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At Memorial Sloan Kettering (MSK), we're not only changing the way we treat cancer, but also the way the world thinks about it. By working together and pushing forward with innovation and discovery, we're driving excellence and improving outcomes. We're treating cancer, one patient at a time. Join us and make a difference every day.

In compliance with applicable New York and New Jersey State regulatory authorities, COVID-19 vaccination (2 doses of either the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine or one dose of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine) is mandatory for all MSK employees, contingent workers, and volunteers. Exceptions are permitted for those employees who request and receive an approved medical or fully remote exemption.

*Staff working at a MSK New Jersey location must be up to date with COVID-19 vaccination, which includes having completed the primary COVID-19 vaccination series and booster once eligible as mandated by New Jersey State. All New Jersey staff not yet eligible for a booster must receive a booster within 3 weeks of becoming eligible as a condition of continued employment at MSK.

Note: Individuals are eligible to receive a COVID-19 booster five months after receiving the second dose of either the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine or two months after the J&J vaccine.

Job Description

We are seeking a Research Project Associate for our Multicenter Office of Clinical Research.

You Will:

• Serve as the MSK point of contact for external sites in activities related to the clinical trial and maintain real-time knowledge of all aspects of the trial, including data management, subject management and regulatory oversight.
• Perform diverse administrative and research-related duties requiring analysis, good judgment, comprehensive understanding of all federal regulatory standards and ICH (International Center for Harmonization) mentorship on Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and MSK CRA SOPs.
• Ensure that participants are treated in accordance with the protocols and that study conduct is in accordance with the CR protocol and applicable policies and regulations.
• Conduct real-time eligibility verification and risk-based monitoring (RBM) of external participants enrolled in MSK clinical trials.
• Be responsible for coordination of clinical trials and the eligibility verification program
• Conduct monitoring of MSK MCT IITs as directed by Multicenter Manager; Monitoring assignments will include but not be limited to: protocol compliance, data verification, and GCP/ICH requirements, in real-time
• Participates in internal/external clinical trial meetings to update the study team/external sites with relevant information related to the clinical trial.
• Participate in special projects and task forces as determined by management.

You are:

• Capable of anticipating and stabilizing the needs of multiple partners.
• Inventive, securing and deploying resources effectively and efficiently.
• Adept at building partnerships and working reciprocally with others to meet shared objectives and goals.
• Able to operate effectively, even when things are not clear or the way forward is not obvious.
• Detail-oriented, strong written and verbal communication, ability to multitask, and excellent time management skills strongly preferred.
• A self-starter/be able to turn operationalized ideas and suggestions from research team.
• Must be able to work independently as well as collaborate with others.

You Need:

• Minimum of 2 years of relevant research experience (1 year if you have a Master's degree)
• Master's degree (e.g., public health, implementation science or related field) preferred
• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office, Excel, Access, and SPSS (or SAS, SQL)
• Experience with Medidata and REDCap preferred but not required
• Knowledge of Visio and/or Gant project management software is helpful
• Excellent data management, organizational, oral and written communication, project coordination and interpersonal skills.
• Outstanding judgment, initiative, and attention to detail

Hours:

• Monday - Friday, 9 AM - 5 PM. This role is hybrid, which means that the individual hired will have to be in the office approximately 2 times per month.

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MSK is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, religion, creed, disability, veteran status or any other factor which cannot lawfully be used as a basis for an employment decision.

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