Coordinator- Clinical Trials

Overview

Founded in 1964, New York Blood Center (NYBC) has served the tri-state area for more than 60 years, delivering 500,000 lifesaving blood products annually to 150+ hospitals, EMS and healthcare partners. NYBC is part of New York Blood Center Enterprises (NYBCe), which spans 17+ states and delivers one million blood products to 400+ U.S. hospitals annually. NYBCe additionally delivers cellular therapies, specialty pharmacy, and medical services to 200+ research, academic and biopharmaceutical organizations. NYBCe’s Lindsley F. Kimball Research Institute is a leader in hematology and transfusion medicine research, dedicated to the study, prevention, treatment and cure of bloodborne and blood-related diseases. NYBC serves as a vital community lifeline dedicated to helping patients and advancing global public health. To learn more, visit nybc.org. Connect with us on Facebook, X, Instagram, and LinkedIn.

Responsibilities

This position is responsible for overseeing and managing the daily activities of Clinical Trials.

• Execute recruitment efforts for various clinical trials.
• Ensure recruitment to meet study goals.
• Coordinate efforts and activities with NMDP(National Marrow Donor Program), and Clinical Services departments.
• Manage activities of consented participants for studies, including arranging physical exams, blood draws, etc.
• Assure completion and appropriate filing of all study documentation.
• Communicate all clinical trial activities to supervisor and other members of NMDP(National Marrow Donor Program) and Comprehensive Cell Solutions staff, preparing reports as necessary.
• Obtain informed consent and maintain documentation.
• Schedule and manage participant visits and study-related procedures.
• Communicate study updates and issues to the research team and management.
• Coordinate collection, processing, and shipment of biological samples per protocol requirements.
• Makes recommendations to improve business unit operations.
• Attends meetings as necessary.
• Any related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree in health services administration, health sciences, public administration or public health or related area.

Experience:

• Three years of experience in a health-related field.

Knowledge:

• Knowledge of computerized systems and applications (Microsoft Office).

Skills:

• Cultural competency and the ability to communicate effectively in a culturally sensitive manner with both individuals and groups from diverse backgrounds.
• High level of interpersonal skills to handle a variety of moderate issues and situations. Position requires demonstrated poise, tact and diplomacy in dealing with a variety of staff up to and including executive leadership.
• Attention to detail in all work processes.

Abilities:

• Ability to analyze processes and procedures.
• Ability to read and understand laboratory protocols and SOPS and assess implications for study execution.
• Ability to communicate clearly and with authority, both in writing and verbally, to others in one-on-one or small group settings.
• Ability to interact with individuals at all levels of the organization and customers in a helpful, courteous and friendly manner while demonstrating sensitivity to and respect for diverse populations.
• Ability to plan and organize job tasks or resources in an efficient manner.
• Ability to be responsive and available to management in order to address issues and concerns as they arise.

Any combination of education, training and experience equivalent to the requirements above that has supplied the necessary knowledge, skills, and experience to perform the essential functions of the job.

For applicants who will perform this position in New York City or Westchester County, the proposed hiring rate is $33.52p/hr. to $35.00p/hr. For applicants who will perform this position outside of New York City or Westchester County, salary will reflect local market rates and be commensurate with the applicant’s skills, job-related knowledge, and experience.

Unless otherwise specified, all posted opportunities are located in the New York or Greater Tri-State office locations.