Clinical Research Coordinator - Garber - Husband Lab)

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute in Boston is seeking a full-time Clinical Research Coordinator to support cancer genetics and prevention studies, including genetic testing and biorepository work. You will manage data collection, consent procedures, and regulatory submissions, while coordinating with multiple departments to ensure protocol compliance.

The role involves direct patient contact, on-site activities, and potential travel for specimen collection, with a focus on high-quality data and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in public health, social science, natural science, or related field.
• 0-1 years of research experience, clinical or scientific setting preferred.
• Independent worker with strong teamwork abilities.
• Comfort with handling research specimens and coordinating with clinical staff.

Responsibilities

• Recruit participants and manage data collection, source documents, case report forms, and adverse event reporting.
• Maintain trial binders and regulatory documents, enter data, and assist with IRB submissions as needed.
• Interacts with participants and study staff to ensure protocol adherence.
• Prepare samples for shipment and coordinate audits and monitoring visits.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Detail-oriented

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Data management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Epic

REDCap

Microsoft Office

Job description

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.

The CRC will be responsible for the primary data collection and management of patient clinical information as it pertains to participation in clinical trials. Ensures timely facilitation of trial assessments per protocol and collection of protocol related samples including shipment to outside entities as required. Will support and maintain participant/subject trial binders and may maintain regulatory binders, to ensure study compliance with all state, federal, and IRB requirements. This individual will also screen patients for protocol eligibility, obtain informed consent for non-treatment trials, and register study participants with the clinical trials management system, ONCORE. May be responsible for pertinent IRB protocol submissions.

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 physicians/researchers, and we work with amazing partners, including other Harvard Medical School-affiliated hospitals.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND 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
• May prepare and/or complete regulatory related reports and IRB submissions. Maintain and organize study participant/subject trial binder and regulatory binders, enter all required study data on an ongoing basis and as applicable
• 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
• Collaborate with departments such as Protocol Scheduling, Materials Management, the Clinical Research Laboratory, Pharmacy, Research Nursing, and other departments, as needed per the requirements of the clinical trial
• Coordination and management of clinical trials throughout the trial life cycle, including communication with sponsors and 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.
• May be responsible for tissue sample collection per trial requirement

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

Orients and assists in training new staff.

PATIENT CONTACT

Will have contact with patients of all ages and populations.

MINIMUM JOB 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)

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 committed to having faculty and staff who offer multifaceted experiences. Cancer knows no boundaries and when it comes to hiring the most dedicated and compassionate 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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The hiring range is based on market pay structures, with individual salaries determined by factors such as business needs, market conditions, internal equity, and based on the candidate's relevant experience, skills and qualifications.

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$48,100.00 - $54,400.00