Manager of Orthopedic Lab Research

Overview

The Department of Orthopedic Surgery at Maimonides Medical Center is seeking a full-time Clinical Research Coordinator to help build and run our growing research and education program. This is a central, administrative position responsible for keeping our studies compliant, funded, and on schedule, while supporting the smooth operation of our labs and educational events.

Responsibilities

Manage clinical trials from start to finish, including protocol adherence, study workflows, and all related documentation
Manage the full regulatory lifecycle of studies: IRB submissions, amendments, continuing reviews, and ongoing compliance with GCP and human-subjects requirements
Prepare and coordinate grant funding applications and assist with budget tracking and reporting
Oversee data collection, study databases, and documentation across multiple concurrent projects
Coordinate and manage cadaveric and simulation labs, including scheduling, specimen and equipment logistics, and inventory
Work with industry sponsors to plan and coordinate educational events and hands-on labs for residents
Partner closely with attending surgeons, fellows, residents, and medical students to keep projects on schedule
Lead the coordination of the summer research program for medical students, from onboarding through project completion
Manage resident and attending academic conference arrangements for state and national conferences.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree (required)
Prior experience in research coordination, clinical trials management, and/or orthopedic research strongly preferred
Strong organizational, regulatory, and communication skills, with the ability to manage many moving pieces independently
Comfort coordinating with external partners and vendors; CITI / GCP training