Clinical Research Specialist

JAX; Farmington (CT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 101,000; Full time

Job summary

The Jackson Laboratory seeks a Clinical Research Specialist to support investigators and clinical collaborators by contributing site and regulatory expertise to grants and protocol design. You will help ensure studies meet GCP, policies, and procedures.

Responsibilities include IRB coordination, site management, protocol development, and training on compliance for investigators and staff. A Master’s in health sciences plus 3+ years of clinical research experience are required.

Qualifications

• Three+ years of patient-facing clinical research experience in academia or clinical settings.
• Knowledge of clinical study design, regulatory requirements, and IRB processes.
• Strong written and oral communication for cross-disciplinary collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Support development of clinical study proposals and protocols for funded grants.
• Manage clinical site identification, startup, and IRB submission support.
• Develop SOPs and training materials for clinical research compliance.

Skills

Study design

Statistical analysis

Protocol development

Informed consent

IRB regulations

Communication skills

Collaboration

Prioritization

Organization

Customer service

Education

Master’s degree in health sciences or related field

Job description

## Clinical Research SpecialistApply: Farmington, Connecticut: Posted Yesterday: JR006266**Job Summary** Under the supervision of the Director, Clinical & Translational Research Support (DCTRS), the Clinical Research Specialist (CRS) supports investigators at The Jackson Laboratory and their clinical collaborators by contributing clinical site and regulatory expertise to grant proposal development and clinical protocol design, development and implementation.This role facilitates expansion of the JAX clinical research portfolio and ensures that clinical studies are designed and conducted per established policies, procedures, regulations, and good clinical practices (GCP). **Key Responsibilities** Provide support to JAX faculty and collaborators in developing clinical research proposals for external and internal funding by contributing to study design, human subject protection components, and development of clinical study protocols for funded grants Participate in clinical site management activities and provide site support through identification and qualification of clinical sites, preparation of initial IRB submission materials and recruitment plans, providing ongoing problem solving and support to clinical sites. Develop and maintain JAX clinical research Standard Operating Procedures Contribute clinical research operations expertise to development of project components Collaborate with DCTRS and JAX IRB in developing and delivering educational programs to investigators and key study personnel on compliance with federal regulations and JAX policies & procedures Facilitate collaborative research between JAX investigators and clinical site investigators and staff by taking the lead in clinical protocol and supporting document development and moving the project forward through IRB submission **Education and Minimum Requirements** Master’s Degree in health sciences or relevant scientific area (e.g. epidemiology, clinical research administration, public health, biology)Minimum of three years of experience in patient facing clinical research (study coordination) in an academic or other clinical setting**Knowledge, Skills & Abilities** * Knowledge and experience in clinical study design, statistical analysis, protocol development, informed consent process and regulation, CRF development, IRB regulations and requirements* Excellent written and oral communication skills and ability to work with multi-disciplinary collaborators* Ability to handle multiple activities simultaneously and to effectively prioritize tasks and responsibilities* Strong organizational and problem-solving skills* Strong interpersonal skills* Strong commitment to customer service.Pay Range: $69,711 - $101,081, pay is determined by years of experience