Job Description

The Department of Pediatrics is seeking a Student Research Worker to join our team in a temporary part time position to work within the Division of Infectious Diseases. Columbia University Irving Medical Center’s Department of Pediatrics is a world leader in providing care for children. Our mission areas include Healthcare, Education and Research. We offer care for our patients in over 25 specialty areas as well as individualized care for complex cases. Our Residency, Fellowship and Graduate programs are among the best in the Nation. Our Clinical, Translational and Basic Science research features collaborations across specialties and stretches from the bench to bedside. We also have several active Clinical trials available to our patients. This position will support the department by providing support to Dr. Lisa Saiman in Pediatric Infectious Diseases with the study on diagnostic stewardship for pediatric infections including C. difficile and urinary tract infections. ResponsibilitiesCollect and enter into electronic database in a secure confidential manner.Analysis of large datasets for rate calculations and trends over time.Analysis of compliance with computer decision support for diagnostic stewardship.Assist PI to prepare summary reports, abstracts, and manuscripts.Participate in regular team meetings.Performs related duties & responsibilities as assigned/requested.