Project Coordinator II - Infectious Diseases

Responsibilities

• Coordinate day-to-day collection, reporting, and management of clinical research data in accordance with study sponsor requirements
• Maintain and operate database systems for NIH-funded and industry-sponsored clinical trials
• Assist in the coordination of overall quality management (QM) procedures and contribute to QM Plans
• Facilitate communication with Clinical Trials Unit staff to track patient and volunteer recruitment
• Oversee the entry and correction of study data and design data tracking systems
• Provide analysis of data trends and outcomes to assist with report preparation
• Train additional staff members on data entry and quality control practices
• Support study protocols including recruitment, screening, follow-up, and specimen collection
• Provide regulatory backup, including preparation of quality assurance protocols and IRB communication

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a health-related, biological, social science, or informatics field
• At least 3 years of related experience
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office platforms
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects effectively
• Ability to handle confidential information in compliance with HIPAA
• Strong organizational, decision-making, and independent working skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in infectious disease clinical care or research
• Prior training or experience in phlebotomy
• Experience working with diverse and marginalized populations
• Spanish language proficiency
• Knowledge of REDCap, Medidata, or other electronic data entry systems
• Knowledge of electronic medical record systems such as EPIC

About the Company

Columbia University Medical Center is a leading academic medical center. The Division of Infectious Diseases Clinical Trials Unit and the Cohen Center for Infection-Associated Chronic Illnesses (IACI) conduct cutting-edge research, including inpatient and outpatient trials of novel therapeutics and vaccines.