Clinical Research Coordinator, Cancer Care

Location: Boston, MA

Schedule: 40 hours per week

ABOUT BMC:

At Boston Medical Center (BMC), our diverse staff works together for one goal - to provide exceptional and equitable care to improve the health of the people of Boston. Our bold vision to transform health care is powered by our respect for our patients and our commitment to ensure everyone who comes through our doors has a positive experience.

You'll find a supportive work environment at BMC, with rich opportunities throughout your career for training, development, and growth and where you'll have the tools you need to take charge of your own practice environment.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC) will perform research activities using approved techniques. The CRC procures, processes/ships research specimens and conducts patient recruitment, administers questionnaires, abstracts medical records, maintains patient databases, enters data into sponsor-specific electronic data capture forms, performs administrative tasks, assists in grant preparation, participates in preparation of data and other reports and assists with audits.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Evaluate and track the eligibility of all patients seen in the clinic for eligibility in research studies. Conduct telephone interviews and schedule patients for study visits.
• Obtain informed consent (for non-treatment studies) and register patients to cohort studies and other protocols.
• Review and abstract the medical records for patients, including review of pathology reports. Collect and organize patient data. Review data for quality and completeness based on established queries.
• Access patient demographic and clinical information and enter information into the appropriate EMR and eCRF systems and departmental systems in an accurate manner.

OTHER

• Perform clinical tests (Phlebotomy, EKGs) and assist with the coordination of the collection, processing, organization, and storage of biological specimens
• May be responsible for IRB and regulatory submissions and maintenance of regulatory files
• Other duties including send out mailings, take inventory/ordering supplies, monitor and set up equipment

The above statements in this job description are intended to depict the general nature and level of work assigned to the employee(s) in this job. The above is not intended to represent an exhaustive list of accountable duties and responsibilities required

JOB REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION:

• A minimum of a Bachelor's degree is required.

EXPERIENCE:

• Prefer experience in clinical research (not to be confused with lab research).
• Previous experience with recruiting subjects, with an understanding of the ethical and technical conduct of research preferred

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

• Excellent English communication skills (oral and written).
• Cultural sensitivity and comfort with a wide range of social, racial and ethnic populations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (i.e. MS Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook) and web browsers.
• Must be able to maintain strict confidentiality of all personal/health sensitive information.

This position is funded by an 8 year grant. There may be opportunity beyond this grant funding for position integration into ongoing operations.

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 toTalentacquisition@bmc.orgor call617-638-8582to let us know the nature of your request.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans