Clinical Research Associate I

Stony Brook University•Town of Brookhaven, NY

About The Position

The Department of Neurology at Stony Brook Medicine runs over 25 sponsored clinical studies in the disease areas of stroke, neuromuscular disorders, movement disorders, multiple sclerosis, and epilepsy. In addition, department faculty also conduct investigator-initiated clinical studies. We seek a highly motivated and skilled study coordinator to manage the Department’s studies in several disease areas, with a focus on neuromuscular diseases (muscular dystrophy, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), and spinal motor atrophy (SMA). The study coordinator will report to the Neurology Department Administrator and will work closely with several principal investigators of the studies and other research staff in the Neurology Department. Must have excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, the ability to work effectively in a team environment, strong verbal and written communication skills, and a willingness to learn new research techniques as needed. The ability to multitask and manage multiple projects at once. Must have a general interest in neurological diseases. The desired applicant has excellent organizational skills and the ability to stay on track with deadlines

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree (foreign equivalent or higher) in biology, or related field.
Two (2) years of full-time clinical research experience.
Experience with IRB submissions.
Experience with clinical trials.
Experience with Microsoft Excel, Word, and/or PowerPoint.

Nice To Haves

One (1) or more years of full-time experience working on clinical trials in a coordinator role.
Experience with grant finances.

Responsibilities

Submit necessary paperwork to the sponsor and for IRB approval for new and ongoing studies.
Recruit and screen patients for eligibility in clinical studies. Review medical records and follow up with phone calls for interested patients.
Consent patients prior to the study according to protocol.
Schedule and conduct study visits and patient follow ups as needed.
Handle paperwork related to research activities.
Collect and analyze patient data.
Maintain data for both sponsor and investigator use and ensure compliance with study protocol and regulatory agencies.
Attend meetings.
Submit data forms to the sponsor.
Other duties as assigned.