Trainee Cellular Therapy Jobs in Ridgewood, NJ (NOW HIRING)

PrIISM is seeking an experienced and highly organized Clinical Research Coordinator II to manage the complex daily operations of our Cellular Therapy Clinical Research Program. The successful candidate will focus on non-cancer cellular therapy trials (e.g., autoimmune, inflammatory, or rare genetic diseases). Reporting into the CT Program Director, you will serve as the clinical operational lead, ensuring the highest standards of protocol adherence, data integrity, and patient safety in a high-stakes environment involving complex investigational products.

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• Bachelors degree in sciences or related field.
• 2 years of clinical research

Preferred Skills

• Bachelor's degree in a health-related field (or equivalent). Advanced degree (Master's) is highly desirable.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of clinical research experience, with at least 1-2 years specifically in clinical operations, complex data management, or cellular/biological therapies.
• Technical Proficiency: Advanced experience with Electronic Data Capture (EDC) systems, Clinical Trial Management Systems (CTMS), and EMR (e.g., Epic) data extraction.
• Attention to Detail: Exceptional ability to maintain rigorous documentation standards, essential for the high-intensity data requirements of cellular therapy trials. 
• Communication: Strong interpersonal skills to manage relationships with high-acuity patients and diverse clinical teams (physicians, lab scientists, pharmacists, and regulatory bodies). 
• Problem-Solving: Ability to navigate the dynamic challenges of translational research, including protocol deviations, enrollment hurdles, and unforeseen clinical events.

• Bachelors degree in sciences or related field.
• 2 years of clinical research

Preferred Skills

• Bachelor?s degree in a health-related field (or equivalent). Advanced degree (Master?s) is highly desirable.
• Minimum of 3?5 years of clinical research experience, with at least 1?2 years specifically in clinical operations, complex data management, or cellular/biological therapies.
• Technical Proficiency: Advanced experience with Electronic Data Capture (EDC) systems, Clinical Trial Management Systems (CTMS), and EMR (e.g., Epic) data extraction.
• Attention to Detail: Exceptional ability to maintain rigorous documentation standards, essential for the high-intensity data requirements of cellular therapy trials. 
• Communication: Strong interpersonal skills to manage relationships with high-acuity patients and diverse clinical teams (physicians, lab scientists, pharmacists, and regulatory bodies). 
• Problem-Solving: Ability to navigate the dynamic challenges of translational research, including protocol deviations, enrollment hurdles, and unforeseen clinical events.

Compensation Statement

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 this role is $66,199.98 - $98,000.00 Annually. 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.

Non-Bargaining Unit, 866 - Immunology and Immunotherapy - ISM, Icahn School of Medicine

Clinical Operations & Study Management

• Protocol Execution: Lead the end-to-end management of complex cellular therapy protocols, ensuring all clinical procedures (e.g., cell infusion, specialized monitoring, longitudinal follow-ups) are performed according to the protocol and institutional standards.
• Patient Coordination: Manage participant recruitment, screening against complex eligibility criteria, informed consent processes, and longitudinal monitoring of subjects in non-cancer clinical trials. 
• Quality Assurance: Ensure all trial activities strictly adhere to GCP (Good Clinical Practice), FDA 21 CFR Part 312 regulations, and HIPAA guidelines. 

Data Collection & Management

• Advanced Data Stewardship: Oversee the collection, abstraction, and meticulous documentation of clinical data, including adverse event (AE) reporting, concomitant medication logs, and complex biomarker analysis schedules.
• Data Integrity: Maintain source documentation and electronic Case Report Forms (eCRFs). Perform regular internal audits and quality control checks to ensure data is "audit-ready" at all times. 
• Query Resolution: Proactively manage data queries from sponsors or monitors, ensuring timely and accurate resolution of data discrepancies.