Career Opportunities

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.   Research Assistant I Department of Medicine Full-Time   POSITION SUMMARY:   The Research Assistant is an integral member of the research team responsible for a variety tasks essential to the conduct of clinical research. This position involves a great deal of patient contact as well as interaction with physicians of various specialties in the hospital. Duties include (but are not limited to) recruitment of patients, assessment of eligibility criteria, administration of questionnaires, coordination of study visits, drawing blood, obtaining specimen form the operating room, processing of biospecimens, obtaining regulatory approvals, and maintaining accurate databases. S/he will have proven abilities to work autonomously, bearing independent responsibility to ensure data accuracy and timely follow through of study procedures. Opportunities for mentorship, authorship, and presentation at academic conferences exist for the right candidate.      RESPONSIBILITIES: - Identify, screen, recruit, obtain consent from patients for participation in research studies - Administer questionnaires, interviews in person, electronically, by mail or over phone - Coordinate patient visits; ensure protocol compliance - Prepare, submit, maintain study related materials/approvals for Institutional Review Board (IRB) - Schedule and set agendas for study team meetings; send notes afterwards (emphasis on action items) - Regularly report on progress towards project milestones - Organize and maintain all files and documents related to specific projects (electronic and physical files as applicable) - Design/maintain databases (i.e.REDCap), data collection forms, source documents, IRB documents, etc - Collect, process, store, ship blood/tissue/microbiome specimens (phlebotomy training provided as applicable) - Prepare and submit abstracts, manuscripts and presentations to disseminate study results/progress (includes proofing and editing, collection of financial disclosures - Assist in grant documents/submissions - Update curriculum vitae for PI’s and co-investigators as applicable - Create/maintain study specific instruction manuals and administrative training documents - Provide training to new-hire replacement upon leaving position    

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.   Research Assistant  Full-Time   POSITION SUMMARY: The Research Assistant is an integral member of the research team responsible for a variety tasks essential to the conduct of clinical research. This position involves a great deal of patient contact as well as interaction with physicians of various specialties in the hospital. Duties include (but are not limited to) recruitment of patients, assessment of eligibility criteria, administration of questionnaires, coordination of study visits, drawing blood, obtaining specimen form the operating room, processing of biospecimens, obtaining regulatory approvals, and maintaining accurate databases. S/he will have proven abilities to work autonomously, bearing independent responsibility to ensure data accuracy and timely follow through of study procedures. Opportunities for mentorship, authorship, and presentation at academic conferences exist for the right candidate.      RESPONSIBILITIES: - Identify, screen, recruit, obtain consent from patients for participation in research studies - Administer questionnaires, interviews in person, electronically, by mail or over phone - Coordinate patient visits; ensure protocol compliance - Prepare, submit, maintain study related materials/approvals for Institutional Review Board (IRB) - Schedule and set agendas for study team meetings; send notes afterwards (emphasis on action items) - Regularly report on progress towards project milestones - Organize and maintain all files and documents related to specific projects (electronic and physical files as applicable) - Design/maintain databases (i.e.REDCap), data collection forms, source documents, IRB documents, etc - Collect, process, store, ship blood/tissue/microbiome specimens (phlebotomy training provided as applicable) - Prepare and submit abstracts, manuscripts and presentations to disseminate study results/progress (includes proofing and editing, collection of financial disclosures - Assist in grant documents/submissions - Update curriculum vitae for PI’s and co-investigators as applicable - Create/maintain study specific instruction manuals and administrative training documents - Provide training to new-hire replacement upon leaving position    

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.   Post-Doctoral Fellow Position in Computational Biomechanics of Knee Replacements Full-Time  Overview:   The Biomechanics Department of the Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) is seeking candidates for a three-year postdoctoral position in Computational Biomechanics of Knee Replacements. The selected candidate will be involved in research and development projects in joint reconstruction. Responsibilities will include building musculoskeletal and finite element models of virtually implanted total knee replacements to assess the effect of implant design and alignment on joint kinematics and loads, ligament balance, and the interaction between implant and bone. Mentoring and training will be provided by the HSS Biomechanics staff in collaboration with orthopaedic surgeons from the Adult Reconstruction and Joint Replacement service and staff of the Radiology and Imaging Department. The goal of the fellowship is to provide the trainee with a broad, multidisciplinary experience. For applicants who are citizens of the United States or green card holders, possibilities exist for NIH support through a T32 Combined Engineering and Orthopaedics Training Program at HSS and TL1 Training and KL2 Scholar Awards offered by Weill Cornell Medical College’s Clinical and Translational Science Center. - Candidates must have a strong mechanical engineering background including finite element modeling (Abaqus preferred), musculoskeletal modeling (OpenSim preferred), MATLAB, image processing, and must possess excellent written and oral communication and team science skills. - Salary is competitive and will depend on the experience level of the candidate. Postdoctora    

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.   Research Assistant  Full-Time   POSITION SUMMARY: The Research Assistant is an integral member of the research team responsible for a variety tasks essential to the conduct of clinical research. This position involves a great deal of patient contact as well as interaction with physicians of various specialties in the hospital. Duties include (but are not limited to) recruitment of patients, assessment of eligibility criteria, administration of questionnaires, coordination of study visits, drawing blood, obtaining specimen form the operating room, processing of biospecimens, obtaining regulatory approvals, and maintaining accurate databases. S/he will have proven abilities to work autonomously, bearing independent responsibility to ensure data accuracy and timely follow through of study procedures. Opportunities for mentorship, authorship, and presentation at academic conferences exist for the right candidate.      RESPONSIBILITIES: - Identify, screen, recruit, obtain consent from patients for participation in research studies - Administer questionnaires, interviews in person, electronically, by mail or over phone - Coordinate patient visits; ensure protocol compliance - Prepare, submit, maintain study related materials/approvals for Institutional Review Board (IRB) - Schedule and set agendas for study team meetings; send notes afterwards (emphasis on action items) - Regularly report on progress towards project milestones - Organize and maintain all files and documents related to specific projects (electronic and physical files as applicable) - Design/maintain databases (i.e.REDCap), data collection forms, source documents, IRB documents, etc - Collect, process, store, ship blood/tissue/microbiome specimens (phlebotomy training provided as applicable) - Prepare and submit abstracts, manuscripts and presentations to disseminate study results/progress (includes proofing and editing, collection of financial disclosures - Assist in grant documents/submissions - Update curriculum vitae for PI’s and co-investigators as applicable - Create/maintain study specific instruction manuals and administrative training documents - Provide training to new-hire replacement upon leaving position    

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.   Research Assistant  Full-Time    The Clinical Research Assistant is responsible for data collection and data entry and may participate in data analysis.  Studies will include a registry, retrospective trials, and outcomes trials.  The Assistant is responsible for ensuring data quality, integrity, and compliance with all regulatory, institutional and departmental requirements.  The Clinical Research Assistant will report to the Research Coordinator, and work directly with the physicians from the Sports Medicine Service, specifically the Co-Director of Research. The successful applicant must be available for 1-2 years.   DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: - Identify potential subjects via computer generated lists - Obtain informed consent from patients who wish to participate in studies - Send out emails to patients inviting them to participate in studies - Act as a resource for patients regarding study consent forms - Act as a liaison between physicians and study participants - Obtain intra-operative data from surgeons during surgery - Administer questionnaires to patients - Coordinate patient visits as needed - Serve as a contact person for patients with questions regarding study protocol - Call patients between visits to ensure compliance and answer any questions - Administer follow-up questionnaires by phone or email - Enter data into an electronic database - Organize and maintain paperwork related to the study - Prepare Institutional Review Board (IRB) applications and submissions.  Maintains files of IRB approvals and coordinates re-submissions in a timely manner    

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.   Post-Doctoral Fellow Dr. Andrew Pearle Full-Time  Overview:   Hospital for Special Surgery, #1 in Orthopedics for the last 14 years, is currently looking for an experienced and energetic Full Time Research Fellow for Dr. Andrew Pearle. As part of the research team, the Research Fellow is compliant with all regulatory, institutional and departmental requirements. Responsibilities will entail collection of data and entry and data analysis for studies within HSS. Competencies/skills: - Superior written and oral communication skills - Exceptional customer service skills - Ability to multitask in a fast paced environment - Ability to follow through with tasks to completion - Strong organizational skills - Ability to effectively and accurately follow directions or instructions - Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team - Detail-oriented - Ability to escalate issues appropriately - Consistently displays a positive attitude towards one’s work and work environment - Strong computer skills required - Knowledge of Orthopaedic terminology preferred - Bachelor’s degree required  

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.   Research Manager Full-Time   SUMMARY: This individual will be an integral member of the research team in compliance with all regulatory, institutional, and departmental requirements. The candidate will participate in all aspects of research management and quality assurance of data for the projects that are generated out of the Adult Joint Reconstruction Center. The candidate will play an integral role in day-to-day research activities, patient coordination, and ensuring efficient operations.   RESPONSIBILITIES: (50% industry related study tasks, 25% research related quality assurance, 15% study coordination, 10% administrative support)   Industry: - Serves as a liaison between HSS investigators and industry agencies and thought partners - The Research Manager will play a pivotal role in the development and execution of comprehensive workflows and project tracking processes, ensuring compliance in clinical trials across all industry related studies for the ARJR service. - This role will collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, fostering process improvement and emphasizing training clarity while maintaining high ethical standards - Effectively oversee all elements of research trials within the designated study protocol including but not limited to contracting, budget, and milestone reporting. - Formulate and establish workflows, protocols, and recommendations for staff and patients, ensuring adherence to quality and compliance standards - Assist the Clinical Lead and/or Study Director in the planning and implementation, execution, day-to-day managing and reporting of clinical trial program(s) - Collaborate with clinical operations to develop and implement the overall data quality plan, - investigator meetings, safety review committee, pre-study site selection visits, and communications to study sites, etc) Research QA: - Responsible for ensuring the accuracy and reliability of research data, creating and implementing quality assurance procedures, and conducting internal audits to identify areas for improvement - Ensure compliance with applicable regulations, guidelines, and internal quality standards to maintain the integrity and reliability of clinical trial data and ensure patient safety - Continuously improve quality systems and processes within the organization - Conduct Audits: Plan and execute comprehensive audits of clinical trials. This includes auditing clinical trial master files, internal processes, investigator sites, contract research organizations (CROs), and other relevant entities to assess compliance with relevant regulations, guidelines, and standard operating procedures (SOPs) - Host Audits/Inspections: Assist in hosting Sponsor audits and Regulatory Authority inspections - Quality Assurance Documentation: Develop and maintain quality assurance documentation, including audit plans, audit reports, inspection readiness plans, and other relevant documents - Ensure accurate and timely documentation of audit findings, observations, and corrective actions taken - Training and Education: Provide training and guidance to internal staff and external stakeholders on quality assurance practices, regulations, and industry standards related to clinical research Study Coordination: - Contributes to all aspects of ARJR research including but not limited to the listed key areas: - Assist in submission and study protocol development - Recruitment process (conducts informed consent process) - Assists in the development of Clinical Research Forms - Data collection - Leads, Initiates, and implement study logistics - Assures that research is done in an accurate and efficient manner. - Will be responsible for milestone reporting Schedule and holds biweekly and monthly meetings for study protocols. Ensures that all research related regulatory, institutional, and departmental compliance requirements are met as appropriate.   Handles I.T. communications (requests) and generates reports from the registry as needed.   Facilitates completion of all internal documentation needed for research (IRB applications, conflict of interest forms, data collection forms, etc.)   Manages data collection for research-specific studies including but not limited to the performance of measurements for applicable studies, collection of clinical data from patients directly, and manage the performance of all other duties as put forth in the protocol. This includes managing successful conduct of the study as well as research assistants assigned to independent research studies.   Administrative Responsibilities: - Contributes to recruitment process, oversees orientation, in-service training, and - continuing education for Research Assistants (RA)/Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC) - and manages the work flow of employees. Manages overall scheduling, progress, and overall responsibilities of designated team RAs.    

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.   Postdoctoral Fellow - Laura Moore Lab HSS Research Institute, Orthopedic Soft Tissue Research Program Full-Time   Position Overview:   The Moore Lab is a new translational research group at the Orthopedic Soft Tissue Research (OSTR) Program of the Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS). The Moore Lab focuses on improving recovery from orthopedic soft tissue injuries using biomaterials and drug delivery approaches.   The Postdoctoral Fellow will work in a collaborative multidisciplinary team of surgeons, scientists and engineers, in a project aiming to develop of biomaterials to modulate pro-fibrotic signaling after musculoskeletal injuries.   Qualified candidates must have a recent Ph.D. or M.D./Ph.D degree in bioengineering, biomedical engineering, materials science, chemistry, molecular and cellular biology or a related field. Preferences will be given to candidates with expertise in biomaterials synthesis, modification and characterization. Candidates are expected to have at least one peer-reviewed high quality first author publication and should be highly motivated and productive. Good written/oral communication skills in English, and experience in cellular and molecular biology techniques (e.g., flow cytometry, RNA isolation, protein analysis methods), rodent models and cell culture in vitro models are highly desirable.   For related work of the Moore lab, the HSS Research Institute and the OSTR Program please see the following links: HSS Research Institute , OSTR Program  

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.   Sports Safety Per Diem Educator, Sports Safety Program-New York City metropolitan area Public and Patient Education Department Education Institute   The Sports Safety Per Diem Educator will provide public health-based education to high school athletes, their coaches, parents, and administrators as part of the Sports Safety Program at Hospital for Special Surgery. Specific job responsibilities include (but are not limited to): - Deliver educational workshops and training sessions under the direction of the HSS Sports Safety Program Manager - Contribute to the development, implementation, and improvement of educational materials and program curricula under the direction of the HSS Sports Safety Program Manager - Participate in data collection for clinical research studies and education outcomes under the direction of the HSS Sports Safety Program Director  

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   Post-Doctoral Fellow Full-Time   Overview:   Many skeletal diseases are largely associated with or caused by inflammation. However, the underlying mechanisms are far from understood. Our lab studies osteoimmunology, an interdisciplinary field linking bone biology and the immune system, focusing on inflammatory regulation of gene expression, and signaling in macrophage differentiation to osteoclasts (see the model of a new molecular regulatory network we recently identified), adipogenesis, skeletal damage and repair involved in disease (such as osteoporosis and inflammatory arthritis).   Ongoing studies include identification, function and regulation of bone marrow skeletal stem/progenitors, inflammatory regulation of macrophage polarization and differentiation into osteoclasts in osteoimmunology field.