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Position Summary:
We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Project Assistant. We are developing two cohorts: (1) a diverse cohort focused on the microbiome, and (2) an Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AsA-NHPI) cohort. The Project Assistant will be responsible for daily study operations, reporting directly to the Research Coordinator.
The NYU FAMiLI Study is designed to improve our understanding of the role of the human microbiome in health and disease. The study will also serve as a critical NYU biorepository resource for research on the human microbiome. Towards this goal, the FAMiLI Study aims to build a large cohort by recruiting participants nationwide using online resources, advertising, and community outreach. Participants are provided a kit containing two questionnaires, a mouth wash collection kit, and a stool sample collection kit to complete at home.
The NYU MOSAAIC Study is the first national epidemiologic cohort of AsA-NHPI participants. The study aims to close the research gap on previously understudied AsA-NHPI populations, and learn what factors impact health and disease in AsA-NHPI populations, with a particular focus on cardiovascular health. Participants will be asked to come to NYULH for a physical exam, complete a survey, and provide biospecimens. The Project Assistant will lead recruitment in the Korean community in order to build the two diverse cohorts. Recruitment will be conducted in both Korean and English.
Job Responsibilities:
- The individual will provide project support in the day-to-day of recruitment and follow-up activities, including:
- Assist in the development of strategic plans for respective community recruitment.
- Recruit participants from community sites.
- Collect participant information for study enrollment and retention.
- Attend clinic visits with participants and translate study information and medical terminology.
- Conduct follow-up phone calls with individuals expressing interest in the study.
- Send, receive, and manage participant kits.
- Respond to phone calls from study participants.
- Process received fecal and oral samples and track specimens in database.
- Organize and maintain case files, ensuring security of all study files.
- Work with data manager on special projects and quality control procedures.
- Receive study participant authorization forms.
- Update weekly reports (including # of enrolled participants, % Kit return, # of participants lost).
- Conduct other research study activities, as necessary.
Minimum Qualifications:
To qualify you must have a High school diploma or equivalent.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Office 365.
Strong analytical ability, critical thinking, and proactive problem-solving skills.
Must be organized, detailed-orientated, dependable and flexible.
Have excellent oral/written communication skills and be able to communicate effectively with stakeholders regarding design and implementation.
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree is preferred. Previous experience in human subjects research. Knowledge of basic medical terminology.
Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.
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