Clinical Research Coord I - NEP at SCHOOL – Worcester, Massachusetts

Overview

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the direction of the Principal Investigator (PI) or designee, the Clinical Research Coordinator I is responsible for independently performing delegated tasks and procedures involving human subject research. This work includes coordination of regulatory activities and aspects of collection and management of data for research protocols related to treatment, ancillary services, and prevention practices.

Our research team conducts an array of studies related to addressing social disparities and perinatal and pediatric care. We work with directly with families with social disadvantage, including families with limited English proficiency, families of minoritized race/ethnicity, and those with low-income. We do an array of clinical and health services research using qualitative and quantitative methods. We do observational and interventional studies. We are seeking a Clinical Research Coordinator to join our growing, passionate research team and work under the direction of the Principal Investigator (PI) or designee. Tasks will involve a large array of procedures involving human subject research. This work includes coordination of regulatory activities and aspects of collection and management of data for research protocols related to treatment, ancillary services, and prevention practices. Our team is seeking a highly motivated individual with an interest in social determinants of health and addressing disparities in healthcare.

Responsibilities
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Obtain consent of research participants in accordance with the IRB approved protocols and all applicable regulations including HIPAAIdentify, schedule and/or conduct participant study visits, interviews, and testsCoordinate participant remuneration/compensation per protocolMaintain all regulatory documentation, including local or central IRB and study data. Provide data/support to study Investigators, sponsors and/or external monitors/auditorsIdentify issues with protocol compliance. Keep principal investigator and manager aware of any issues regarding complianceDocument and collect data and/or samples for research related procedures performed during participant study visits.Ensure clinicians and/or PI accurately document their study activities according to protocolTrack and maintain study enrollment and completion of milestonesAssist with financial /operational aspects of grant and contracts. May be responsible for clinical research billing review within the required timeframe.Track and maintain study related information in the data management system within the required timeframeResponsible for monitoring the inventory of research related suppliesParticipate in grant preparation, manuscript writing, data presentations and Institutional Review Board (IRB) processesProvide detailed written summaries from literature searches and related sources to serve as a resource for the study team and clinicians/PIsPresent study status reports related to assigned research projectsParticipate in the design, development, and documentation of study related data and collection tools, (e.g. questionnaires, treatment data and/or therapeutic checklists)Maintain strict adherence to all study protocols, including all regulatory requirements adhering to appropriate federal, local and institutional guidelines.Comply with all safety and infection control standards appropriate to this positionAdhere with established policies, health and safety regulations and requirements, procedures, and department objectivesAdhere to Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines and all human subject protection practicesMust practice discretion and adhere to school and hospital confidentiality at all timesPerform other duties as required.

Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree in a scientific or health related field, or equivalent experience0-1 year of related experienceAbility to travel off site locations