Clinical Research Coordinator I (Immunobiology) Location US-MA-Boston Job ID R3823-25 # Positions 1 Category Research - Research Pos. Type Full Time Overview

As a member of the clinical research team, the Clinical Research Coordinator I contributes to the conduct of a portfolio of clinical research protocols related to the prevention and treatment of type 1 diabetes. The Coordinator works with study participants and their families and performs a variety of study operations duties.

 

 

As a health care organization, we have the responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. We require that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) and COVID-19 as a condition of employment.

Responsibilities In all activities, adhere to Good Clinical Practice guidelines and maintain patient confidentiality per HIPAA regulationsIdentify potentially eligible participants using appropriate data sourcesAssess eligibility of potential study participantsBecome familiar with relevant content of all relevant study protocolsCommunicate clinical trial updates to other team membersDescribe studies to potential participants, explain rationale for and details of participationObtain informed consent and assent, when appropriateSchedule study visits and prepare relevant materials for each visit (tubes, paperwork, etc.)Arrange participant travel, as applicableCollect primary data from study participants and their guardiansAfter completing training, perform phlebotomy, measure vital signs, perform EKG and other relevant procedures and testsEnsure that study visits and source documents are completed in accordance with study protocols, including verifying the work of other staff membersEnter data into electronic data capture forms and respond to queriesProcess laboratory samples and ship to central laboratoriesEnsure timely reporting of abnormal findings to investigator and participantsDocument and communicate all serious adverse events and other safety reports to the study team and investigatorMaintain up-to-date inventory of study supplies and place ordersModify study documents, such as informed consent form and recruitment materials, when neededPrepare documents for submission to IRB—may include initial protocol submissions, protocol amendments, annual continuing review, etc.Maintain all regulatory and subject binders in audit-ready conditionCorrespond with study sponsors, contract research organizations, and other collaborators, as applicableAssist with study start-up and close-out activities, as relevantParticipate in study teleconferences, attend team meetings, and attend national meetings and/or investigator meetings, as relevant (may involve travel)Participate in occasional off-site recruitment events (requires some schedule flexibility)Other duties as assigned Qualifications Bachelor’s degree (in a relevant field of study preferred)0-2 years of relevant post-graduate experience preferredFluency in written and spoken EnglishBasic knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and ability to navigate at a basic level within various web-based applications.Graphic design/layout skills (to design brochures, flyers, etc.) desirableAbility to follow general instructions and procedures, as provided.Strong interpersonal, organizational and communication skills (communicate clearly and effectively via verbal and written instruction).Meticulous attention to detailProfessional and warm in demeanor, especially when relating to study participants and their familiesAbility to maintain confidentialityAbility to prioritize responsibilities – through completion.Ability to work independently and with others in the team - to interact respectfully with other employees, professional staff and/or external contacts.Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving abilitiesAbility to learn sophisticated concepts and detailed protocols quicklyAbility to work with minimal oversight, after training periodAbility to manage administrative complexity arising from multiple concurrent studiesFlexible schedule as necessary to accommodate study patients and recruitment activities Joslin is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minority/Female/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans. Joslin values diversity and inclusion, and we encourage diversity applicants.

Joslin Diabetes Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer and it is the policy of Joslin to prohibit discrimination of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, marital/parental status, disability status, protected veteran status or any other status protected by law. We comply with the laws and regulations set forth by the U.S. Department of Labor: EEO is the Law and EEO is the Law Supplement.

ACCOMMODATIONS FOR APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES Joslin Diabetes Center is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veterans’ Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact (617) 309-2595 for assistance.