Clinical Research Coordinator

Overview

Investigators in the Division of Cancer Genetics and Prevention at the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute seek a full-time Clinical Research Coordinator to assist in clinical and non-clinical research studies related to cancer prevention, genetic testing, early identification of individuals at high-risk of cancer, and biorepository collections. This is an exciting and challenging opportunity for an individual who is motivated to work in an innovative academic center on cutting edge genetics research, and is interested in working directly with patients, providers, and researchers.

Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is a leader in life changing breakthroughs in cancer research and patient care. We are united in our mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS and related diseases. We strive to create an inclusive, diverse, and equitable environment where we provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients of all backgrounds, and design programs to promote public health particularly among high-risk and underserved populations. We conduct groundbreaking research that advances treatment, we educate tomorrow's physician/researchers, and we work with amazing partners, including other Harvard Medical School-affiliated hospitals.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for participant recruitment, data reporting and management, collection of source documents, use and development of case report forms, adverse event reporting, filing and archiving of study records, and resolution of data queries
• Interact with study participants as directed/required by the protocol and/or study team
• Ensure all study related samples are collected, properly prepared and shipped according to the protocol requirements and IATA/DOT regulations
• Responsible for organizing and preparing for both internal and external auditing and study monitoring visits
• Coordination and management of studies, including communication with regulatory authorities
• Close-out of studies, including contributing to research articles, audit preparation, and communication with regulatory agencies and other disciplines involved
• Facilitation of blood and tissue specimen collection processes, with potential travel needed to other local institutions via shuttle network. Training and supervision will be provided.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required, with a focus in public health, social science, or natural science preferred
• 0-1 years of research experience required, with experience in a clinical or scientific setting strongly preferred
• Effective in working independently and as part of a team
• Comfortable with patient and clinical staff interaction and handling research specimens (e.g. saliva, blood, tissue, and/or urine)

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:

• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate and relate effectively with diverse groups of patients, medical personnel, and research staff in-person and/or remotely via telephone, e-mail, and videoconferencing
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational, communication, problem-solving, and time management skills
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office products, knowledge or ability to learn other systems such as Epic and REDCap
• Competencies in study data entry and/or CRF completion, research study coordination, and regulatory requirements
• Dependable, motivated, and willing to learn new processes and procedures as needed
• Ability to approach projects in a responsible, thoughtful, and thorough manner
• Able to work on-site or remotely, as needed

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Patient Contact:

Will have contact with patients of all ages and populations.

At Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, we work every day to create an innovative, caring, and inclusive environment where every patient, family, and staff member feels they belong. As relentless as we are in our mission to reduce the burden of cancer for all, we are equally committed to diversifying our faculty and staff. Cancer knows no boundaries and when it comes to hiring the most dedicated and diverse professionals, neither do we. If working in this kind of organization inspires you, we encourage you to apply.Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

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