Reapplicant Email 5-22-09

First of all, have a wonderful Memorial Day Weekend!

This email contains job announcements that have been sent to me by alums. Remember that Career Services also has a large job bank and each institution has its own listings (usually online) through its Human Resources Department.

Next week’s email will be a review of the 4 centralized application services and the launch of a new section of our website with tips for completing them. In the meantime, here is our suggested timeline:

AMCAS – plan to complete and submit in June or early July
AACOMAS – plan to complete and submit in July or August
AADSAS – plan to complete and submit in June or July
VMCAS – plan to complete and submit between July and September

**Applications are submitted before letters of recommendation. They are usually submitted after test scores are received so the applicant knows the strength of his/her profile. However applications may be submitted prior to the test scores being received.

JOB ONE:
Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC), New England Baptist Hospital
The Clinical Research Coordinator will coordinate the research activities and database management for multiple investigators on industry-sponsored and investigator-initiated projects, maintaining accurate and current regulatory documents. Responsibilities include completing IRB submissions and follow up, screening potential subjects for research protocols, obtaining informed consent, enrolling patients, collecting and entering data, following patients over time to ensure adherence with the study protocol. The CRC ensures timely reporting of adverse events to the Sponsor and the IRB, and acts as a liaison between the Investigators, Sponsors, IRB, and hospital departments. An understanding of human subject protections and IRB procedures is required. CRCs are encouraged to prepare for the CRC Certification Exam. Areas covered are orthopedic, osteoarthritis, sports medicine, and spine, involving adult orthopedic patients. BA/BS or Associate degree required. 1-4 years clinical research experience and/or clinical experience with orthopedic patients is preferred.

Please direct any direct application inquiries to Paula McCree, Director of Clinical Research at pmccree@caregroup.harvard.edu or 617-754-6602. Of course, if anyone is looking for answers from a CRC standpoint, they are more than welcome to contact me directly (Bryan Swaim, Tufts alum, bryan.swaim@gmail.com). Students can also apply through our website, www.nebh.org, and just click on "Careers" in the top-right corner of the screen.

JOB TWO:
Same location as above.
The Registry Manager will manage and initiate registries for 3 clinical areas - Joints, Spine and Sports Medicine. You will coordinate with the investigators, the IT support team, the vendor, participants and others to maintain and grow registries for existing studies. You will support new investigators who join the Registry. For new studies, you will create the process, roll it out, implement and maintain. The Registry Manager must be skilled at managing relationships and managing projects through all phases. Knowledge and experience with web-based systems is required as the success of the study requires working with an IT Team to build interfaces with eClinicalWorks to create the automated surveys. Research experience is preferred; a relevant clinical background in orthopedic care is a tremendous asset.

JOB THREE:
Private Practice/Hospital Setting: Clinical Research Coordinator

Mount Sinai Hospital

This is a job that requires a two year commitment. It is working as a clinical research coordinator for a group of colorectal surgeons who work in a busy metropolitan hospital in New York City and also work out of a private practice based in the city. This job requires proficient computer skills (Microsoft word, Microsoft excel, Microsoft power-point, outlook, some database mining), an interest in medicine/surgery, working independently most of the time, provides an opportunity to shadow surgeons, and requires interacting with patients regularly. Previous research experience and patient interaction is a plus, as well as experience working with an IRB. As a clinical research coordinator at this site you will interact regularly with the IRB, pharmaceutical companies, doctors, residents, hospital staff, etc.

Please contact crcjobposting@gmail.com if interested with your CV and cover letter.

JOB FOUR:
Research Coordinator position in Department of Pediatrics, Division of Allergy &Immunology, Microarray Group, Mount Sinai School of Medicine

Qualifications:

1. The candidate must have at least a B.Sc./B.A degree in Biological Sciences and be interested in biomedical sciences;
2. Prior laboratory experience is not mandatory; but being good at hands-on work and capability for learning with in-depth understanding are required;
3. Computer literacy and capability to learn complex software is a must, advanced skills is a plus;

Job Responsibilities:

1. Daily operation, service and maintenance of microarray (MIA) equipments (MIA printer, scanner, etc.)
2. Performing MIA experiments, assisting MD fellows and data analysis;
3. Maintenance of lab routine supply and solutions;
4. Learning and performing standard laboratory protocols, such as Elisa, Western Blot, Tissue Culture techniques etc.;
5. Active participation in laboratory research projects.,

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Veterinary Medical School Admission Requirements (VMSAR)
The 2009/2010 edition of the Veterinary Medical School Admission Requirements (VMSAR) is now available. The publication contains admission requirements and contact information for all 33 U.S. and Canadian veterinary medical colleges, as well as listing veterinary institutions in Australia, United Kingdom, Ireland, New Zealand, Mexico and the Caribbean. VMSAR provides an overview of the application and enrollment processes along with specific information on each of AAVMC’s member and affiliate colleges. This year’s edition, highlights the roll of accreditation and licensure in the decision making process.
 

For more information and purchasing instructions on the VMSAR please visit: http://www.aavmc.org/vmcas/VMSAR_publications.htm.

Carol