Organization
Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS)
Location
Manhattan, NYC
Position Description
Dr. Teena Shetty, Founder & Director of the Concussion Program at the Hospital for Special Surgery and Associate Professor of Clinical Neurology at Weill Cornell Medical College, is hiring a full-time Clinical Research Coordinator to support her concussion research program and clinic operations.
This position offers a unique opportunity for recent graduates to gain hands-on experience in clinical research, patient care coordination, and multidisciplinary collaboration within a leading academic hospital setting. The role is highly patient-facing and administrative, with additional involvement in research projects, data collection, IRB protocol writing, and scholarly publications.
Responsibilities include:
- Coordinating referral appointments and follow-ups with the multidisciplinary concussion team
- Managing executive-level administrative support for clinic leadership, including calendars, correspondence, and scheduling
- Acting as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare professionals
- Supporting data collection and research design in collaboration with biostatisticians
- Writing and maintaining IRB protocols; consenting patients for research
- Conducting chart reviews and supporting the development of research presentations
- Contributing to journal article publications
Position Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree (BA or BS) from an accredited institution
- Strong interest in medicine, research, and patient care
- Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and writing skills
- Ability to manage multiple responsibilities and maintain professionalism
- Familiarity with clinical data and statistical analysis preferred
- MCAT score and three letters of recommendation may be requested
Time Commitment
Full-time with a strong preference for a two-year commitment
Compensation
$20.00–$30.00 per hour (based on experience)
Apply
Email the following materials to: teenashettymd.hssconcussion@gmail.com
- MCAT score (if applicable)
- Cover letter (addressed to Dr. Shetty)
- Resume
- Unofficial transcript
