Research Assistant I

How you move is why we're here.

Now more than ever.

Get back to what you need and love to do.

The possibilities are endless...

Now more than ever, our guiding principles are helping us in our search for exceptional talent - candidates who align with our unique workplace culture and who want to maximize the abundant opportunities for growth and success.

If this describes you then let's talk!

HSS is consistently among the top-ranked hospitals for orthopedics and rheumatology by U.S. News & World Report. As a recipient of the Magnet Award for Nursing Excellence, HSS was the first hospital in New York City to receive the distinguished designation. Whether you are early in your career or an expert in your field, you will find HSS an innovative, supportive and inclusive environment.

Working with colleagues who love what they do and are deeply committed to our Mission, you too can be part of our transformation across the enterprise.

Emp Status

Casual Part time

Work Shift

Compensation Range

The base pay scale for this position is $23.35 - $35.51. In addition, this position will be eligible for additional benefits consistent with the role. The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be determined based on various factors, including but not limited to: scope of role, level of experience, education, accomplishments, internal equity, budget, and subject to Fair Market Value evaluation. The hiring range listed is a good faith determination of potential compensation at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future.

What you will be doing

We are currently seeking a part-time research assistant at the Hospital for Special Surgery under the supervision of Dr. Duretti Fufa, an orthopaedic hand and reconstructive surgery attending. This position is open preferably to a medical student who can commit to doing research for a year with a set stipend.

While the research assistant is expected to contribute in many ways to the research projects, typical research assistant's duties and responsibilities are as follows:

o Coordinating and leading bi-weekly research meetings, and follow-up accordingly

o Managing and responding to project related emails

o Managing research accounts (IRBs, CRPs, RedCap)

o Preparing materials for submission to the Internal Review Board (IRB)

o Conducting literature reviews

o Collecting and analyzing data

o Working with the biostatistician team to request data via Epic and for conducting statistical analysis

o Presenting research at meetings/conferences

o Preparing materials for submission to granting agencies and foundations

o Tracking and submitting all research related expenses including reimbursements for patients participating in research studies.

o Recruiting and/or interviewing subjects

o Educating patients on the terms of their involvements, obtaining consent, making sure they are comfortable participating and following up with them according to research timeline.

o Aid in drafting manuscripts for submission to journals, and abstracts for submission to conferences

o Performing other research related duties as assigned by supervisor (i.e., Dr. Fufa)

If you are a medical student who is interested and able to commit to a research year with a set stipend, please be sure to submit application materials here and email Dr. Fufa's Administrative Coordinator, Jenny Valentin (valentinje@hss.edu), a personal statement detailing your demonstrated interest in Orthopaedic or Hand Surgery research and/or past research experience in addition to an updated CV.

Non-Discrimination Policy

Hospital for Special Surgery is committed to providing high quality care and skilled, compassionate, reliable service to our community in a safe and healing environment. Consistent with this commitment, Hospital for Special Surgery provides care, admits, and treats patients and provides all services without regard to age, race, color, creed, ethnicity, religion, national origin, culture, language, physical or mental disability, socioeconomic status, veteran or military status, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law or by accreditation standards.