Clinical Research Coordinator II, Neurology

Boston Medical Center (BMC); Boston (MA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Boston Medical Center seeks a Clinical Research Coordinator II for Neurology to manage recruitment, data management and regulatory tasks across multiple clinical trials. On-site responsibilities include coordinating visits, obtaining informed consent, and data entry in EMR/eCRF systems.

Leadership from PIs and project managers, with QA and regulatory duties, support site visits and audits. Spanish language preferred and weekend flexibility noted in duties.

Qualifications

• CRC II: Experienced level position
• Master’s Degree OR Bachelor’s Degree plus 2-5 years of experience
• Special Intermittent Project Responsibilities (2-5 per year)

Responsibilities

• Evaluates and tracks eligibility of all patients seen in the clinic; recruits subjects
• Performs enrollment including informed consent and registration to cohort studies
• Schedules appointments and conducts reminders
• Performs biospecimen collection (blood, saliva, urine)
• Manages office duties and records
• Reviews and abstracts medical records for inclusion/exclusion criteria
• Enters data into EMR and eCRF systems; trains student researchers
• QA reviews; data queries and collection; maintains records
• Coordinates collection, processing, storage of biospecimens
• Assists with IRB and regulatory submissions and maintenance

Skills

Bilingual in Spanish

REDCap knowledge

Excellent organization & communication

Interpersonal skills

Cultural sensitivity

Detail oriented

Microsoft Office

Phlebotomy skills (a plus)

Weekend flexibility

Education

Master’s Degree

Bachelor’s Degree + 2-5 years experience

Job description

• Bilingual in Spanish preferred

Position:

Clinical Research Coordinator II, Neurology

Department:

Research - Neurology

Schedule:

40 hours per week, On-site

Position Summary

The Department of Neurology is seeking a Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC) II for multiple projects in clinical research and clinical trials. Under the supervision of the Principal Investigators and with some leadership by the Associate Director and Project Manager for assigned research studies, the Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC) will perform research activities using approved techniques. The CRC will manage tasks related to clinical trials: recruitment, data management, and regulatory management. Will also assist with audits and quality assurance reviews; and prepares and attends site visits.

Job Responsibilities

• Evaluating and tracking the eligibility of all patients seen in the clinic. Recruits subjects to participate in the assigned study by using approved methodologies, such as, reaching to healthcare providers for referrals, visiting clinics, using approved advertisements.
• Conducts the enrollment of study participants, including explaining research procedures, and obtaining informed consent of subject and registering patients to cohort studies and other protocols.
• Schedules appointments of study participants; conducts reminder phone calls and/or sends mail-outs.
• Performs biospecimen collection for study purposes, including but not limited to: blood (phlebotomy), saliva (cheek swabs), urine collection.
• Performs office-related duties such as answering phones, picking up and delivering mail, storing and distributing office supplies, handling faxes, scanning, filing, photocopying, collating materials, maintaining the update of policy manuals, etc.
• Reviews and abstracts the medical records for patients, including review of all records for inclusion/exclusion criteria. Accessing patient demographic and clinical information from the clinical systems.
• Entering information into the appropriate EMR and eCRF systems and departmental systems in an accurate manner.
• Supervises and trains student research assistants in EMR data abstraction and data entry.
• Reviewing data for quality and completeness for each enrollee for completion and quality (QA). Answers queries; performs data collection entry into database; maintains clear, concise, accurate and legible records.
• Assists with the coordination of the collection, processing, organization, and storage of biological specimens in the systems
• May assist in the preparation for IRB and regulatory submissions and maintenance of regulatory files

Job Requirements

• CRC II: Experienced Level Position
• Master’s Degree OR
• Bachelor’s Degree plus 2-5 years of experience
• Special Intermittent Project Responsibilities (2-5 per year)

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (ksa)

• Bilingual in Spanish preferred
• Excellent organization and communications skills required
• REDCap knowledge strongly preferred
• Strong interpersonal skills; ability to effectively interact with all levels of staff and externals contacts
• Cultural sensitivity and comfort with a wide range of social, racial and ethnic populations
• Must be detail oriented and have the ability to follow-through
• Ability to effectively manage time and prioritize workload. Must practice discretion and adhere to hospital confidentiality guidelines at all times
• Must have computer skills including the use of Microsoft Office Suite
• Phlebotomy skills a plus
• NOTE: Must have flexibility to work occasional weekends

Job Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Tuition reimbursement and tuition remission programs
• Highly subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance options
• Career Advancement/Professional Development: Access a wealth of ongoing training and development opportunities that will not only enhance your skills but also expand your knowledge base especially for individuals pursuing careers in medicine or biomedical research.
• Pioneering Research: Engage in groundbreaking research projects that are driving the forefront of biomedical science.

About The Department

As the primary teaching hospital for Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine and BU schools of public health and dentistry, intellectual rigor shapes our inquiries. Our research is led by a belief that skin color, zip code, and financial circumstances shouldn’t dictate health.

Boston Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. If you need accommodation for any part of the application process because of a medical condition or disability, please send an e-mail to [e-mail] or call 617-638-8582 to let us know the nature of your request.

Compensation Range

$42,500.00- $59,500.00

Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans