What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Researcher-MSH-13120-001 position at Mount Sinai Morningside?
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Job Description
The Research Program Coordinator will support the NYCHAMP study, an NIH-funded research initiative focused on advancing maternal and community health outcomes among underserved populations in Queens, NYC.
This position will be based fully onsite at Queens Hospital Center and will play a central role in the coordination and execution of day-to-day research activities, including participant recruitment, data collection, visit coordination, and compliance with research protocols. This position emphasizes hands-on research coordination, participant engagement, and operational support. The coordinator will report directly to the Senior Program Manager and work closely with the research team to ensure high-quality implementation of the study in accordance with NIH, IRB, and institutional standards.
This role offers the opportunity to directly contribute to an important NIH-funded study dedicated to improving maternal and community health outcomes in Queens. You will be part of a research team that centers equity, community trust, and culturally responsive care while generating evidence to inform better health systems and interventions. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and committed to advancing health equity through rigorous, community-responsive research.
Responsibilities
Strength through Unity and Inclusion
The Mount Sinai Health System is committed to fostering an environment where everyone can contribute to excellence. We share a common dedication to delivering outstanding patient care. When you join us, you become part of Mount Sinai’s unparalleled legacy of achievement, education, and innovation as we work together to transform healthcare. We encourage all team members to actively participate in creating a culture that ensures fair access to opportunities, promotes inclusive practices, and supports the success of every individual.
At Mount Sinai, our leaders are committed to fostering a workplace where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We strive to create an environment where collaboration, fairness, and continuous learning drive positive change, improving the well-being of our staff, patients, and organization. Our leaders are expected to challenge outdated practices, promote a culture of respect, and work toward meaningful improvements that enhance patient care and workplace experiences. We are dedicated to building a supportive and welcoming environment where everyone has the opportunity to thrive and advance professionally. Explore this opportunity and be part of the next chapter in our history.
About The Mount Sinai Health System
Mount Sinai Health System is one of the largest academic medical systems in the New York metro area, with more than 48,000 employees working across eight hospitals, more than 400 outpatient practices, more than 300 labs, a school of nursing, and a leading school of medicine and graduate education. Mount Sinai advances health for all people, everywhere, by taking on the most complex health care challenges of our time — discovering and applying new scientific learning and knowledge; developing safer, more effective treatments; educating the next generation of medical leaders and innovators; and supporting local communities by delivering high-quality care to all who need it. Through the integration of its hospitals, labs, and schools, Mount Sinai offers comprehensive health care solutions from birth through geriatrics, leveraging innovative approaches such as artificial intelligence and informatics while keeping patients’ medical and emotional needs at the center of all treatment. The Health System includes more than 9,000 primary and specialty care physicians; 13 joint-venture outpatient surgery centers throughout the five boroughs of New York City, Westchester, Long Island, and Florida; and more than 30 affiliated community health centers. We are consistently ranked by U.S. News & World Report's Best Hospitals, receiving high "Honor Roll" status, and are highly ranked: No. 1 in Geriatrics, top 5 in Cardiology/Heart Surgery, and top 20 in Diabetes/Endocrinology, Gastroenterology/GI Surgery, Neurology/Neurosurgery, Orthopedics, Pulmonology/Lung Surgery, Rehabilitation, and Urology. New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai is ranked No. 12 in Ophthalmology. U.S. News & World Report’s “Best Children’s Hospitals” ranks Mount Sinai Kravis Children's Hospital among the country’s best in several pediatric specialties. The Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai is ranked No. 11 nationwide in National Institutes of Health funding and in the 99th percentile in research dollars per investigator according to the Association of American Medical Colleges. Newsweek’s “The World’s Best Smart Hospitals” ranks The Mount Sinai Hospital as No. 1 in New York and in the top five globally, and Mount Sinai Morningside in the top 20 globally.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The Mount Sinai Health System is an equal opportunity employer, complying with all applicable federal civil rights laws. We do not discriminate, exclude, or treat individuals differently based on race, color, national origin, age, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are deeply committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, students, trainees, patients, visitors, and the communities we serve feel respected and supported. Our goal is to create a healthcare and learning institution that actively works to remove barriers, address challenges, and promote fairness in all aspects of our organization.
Compensation
The Mount Sinai Health System (MSHS) provides salary ranges that comply with the New York City Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $17 - $34.1212 Hourly. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, education, and operational need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits.
Job Description
The Research Program Coordinator will support the NYCHAMP study, an NIH-funded research initiative focused on advancing maternal and community health outcomes among underserved populations in Queens, NYC.
This position will be based fully onsite at Queens Hospital Center and will play a central role in the coordination and execution of day-to-day research activities, including participant recruitment, data collection, visit coordination, and compliance with research protocols. This position emphasizes hands-on research coordination, participant engagement, and operational support. The coordinator will report directly to the Senior Program Manager and work closely with the research team to ensure high-quality implementation of the study in accordance with NIH, IRB, and institutional standards.
This role offers the opportunity to directly contribute to an important NIH-funded study dedicated to improving maternal and community health outcomes in Queens. You will be part of a research team that centers equity, community trust, and culturally responsive care while generating evidence to inform better health systems and interventions. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and committed to advancing health equity through rigorous, community-responsive research.
Responsibilities
- Research Coordination & Implementation
- Support the implementation of the NYCHAMP study through coordination of all participant-facing research activities.
- Conduct participant screening, recruitment, and enrollment in accordance with approved research protocols.
- Schedule and coordinate participant visits, ensuring timely follow-up and continuity of care and data collection.
- Assist in administering questionnaires, surveys, and other study instruments during research visits.
- Collect, document, and manage quantitative and qualitative data accurately and consistently.
- Maintain precise and confidential participant records in compliance with HIPAA and research regulations.
- Support adherence to ethical guidelines, institutional policies, and NIH/IRB requirements.
- Contribute to the development and refinement of research protocols, SOPs, and data collection tools.
- Program & Administrative Support
- Provide day-to-day operational support for research activities conducted onsite at Queens Hospital.
- Maintain organized research files, tracking systems, and databases for participant and study documentation.
- Assist the research team with scheduling, coordination, and logistical planning.
- Prepare reports and summaries related to recruitment, retention, and study progress.
- Participate in research-related meetings, trainings, and study briefings.
- Participant Engagement & Support
- Serve as a primary point of contact for participants throughout the research process.
- Provide clear communication and guidance regarding study procedures and visit schedules.
- Foster a respectful, culturally responsive, and trauma-informed environment for participants.
- Troubleshoot participant-related challenges and coordinate with the research team to resolve barriers to participation.
- Quality Assurance & Compliance
- Ensure fidelity to study protocols and data integrity standards.
- Support monitoring of enrollment targets, visit completion, and data accuracy.
- Report deviations, concerns, or challenges to research leadership in a timely manner.
- Bachelor's degree in public health, global health, or relevant degree plus 1-2 years experience in research and/or clinical administration preferred
- 1-2 years of experience in public health research coordination or study implementation
- Experience with participant recruitment and data collection
- Familiarity with maternal health, community health, or chronic disease research
- Experience working in hospital-based or community clinical environments
- Intermediate MS Office Suite skills
- Google Suite ? Intermediate
- REDCap- Intermediate
- Statistical software (SAS, R, or other): Basic preferred
- Qualitative analysis software (NVivo, Dedoose, or other): basic preferred
- Project management tools (Asana) ? Basic preferred
- Strong understanding of research ethics and participant confidentiality
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Exceptional attention to detail and organizational abilities
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, clinical setting
- Cultural humility and sensitivity when working with diverse populations
- Strong problem-solving and time management skills
- Language: Native or advanced written and oral proficiency in Spanish or Bengali or Haitian Creole
Strength through Unity and Inclusion
The Mount Sinai Health System is committed to fostering an environment where everyone can contribute to excellence. We share a common dedication to delivering outstanding patient care. When you join us, you become part of Mount Sinai’s unparalleled legacy of achievement, education, and innovation as we work together to transform healthcare. We encourage all team members to actively participate in creating a culture that ensures fair access to opportunities, promotes inclusive practices, and supports the success of every individual.
At Mount Sinai, our leaders are committed to fostering a workplace where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We strive to create an environment where collaboration, fairness, and continuous learning drive positive change, improving the well-being of our staff, patients, and organization. Our leaders are expected to challenge outdated practices, promote a culture of respect, and work toward meaningful improvements that enhance patient care and workplace experiences. We are dedicated to building a supportive and welcoming environment where everyone has the opportunity to thrive and advance professionally. Explore this opportunity and be part of the next chapter in our history.
About The Mount Sinai Health System
Mount Sinai Health System is one of the largest academic medical systems in the New York metro area, with more than 48,000 employees working across eight hospitals, more than 400 outpatient practices, more than 300 labs, a school of nursing, and a leading school of medicine and graduate education. Mount Sinai advances health for all people, everywhere, by taking on the most complex health care challenges of our time — discovering and applying new scientific learning and knowledge; developing safer, more effective treatments; educating the next generation of medical leaders and innovators; and supporting local communities by delivering high-quality care to all who need it. Through the integration of its hospitals, labs, and schools, Mount Sinai offers comprehensive health care solutions from birth through geriatrics, leveraging innovative approaches such as artificial intelligence and informatics while keeping patients’ medical and emotional needs at the center of all treatment. The Health System includes more than 9,000 primary and specialty care physicians; 13 joint-venture outpatient surgery centers throughout the five boroughs of New York City, Westchester, Long Island, and Florida; and more than 30 affiliated community health centers. We are consistently ranked by U.S. News & World Report's Best Hospitals, receiving high "Honor Roll" status, and are highly ranked: No. 1 in Geriatrics, top 5 in Cardiology/Heart Surgery, and top 20 in Diabetes/Endocrinology, Gastroenterology/GI Surgery, Neurology/Neurosurgery, Orthopedics, Pulmonology/Lung Surgery, Rehabilitation, and Urology. New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai is ranked No. 12 in Ophthalmology. U.S. News & World Report’s “Best Children’s Hospitals” ranks Mount Sinai Kravis Children's Hospital among the country’s best in several pediatric specialties. The Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai is ranked No. 11 nationwide in National Institutes of Health funding and in the 99th percentile in research dollars per investigator according to the Association of American Medical Colleges. Newsweek’s “The World’s Best Smart Hospitals” ranks The Mount Sinai Hospital as No. 1 in New York and in the top five globally, and Mount Sinai Morningside in the top 20 globally.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The Mount Sinai Health System is an equal opportunity employer, complying with all applicable federal civil rights laws. We do not discriminate, exclude, or treat individuals differently based on race, color, national origin, age, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are deeply committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, students, trainees, patients, visitors, and the communities we serve feel respected and supported. Our goal is to create a healthcare and learning institution that actively works to remove barriers, address challenges, and promote fairness in all aspects of our organization.
Compensation
The Mount Sinai Health System (MSHS) provides salary ranges that comply with the New York City Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $17 - $34.1212 Hourly. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, education, and operational need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits.
Salary : $17 - $34