Clinical Research Coordinator job at Tufts University in Boston, MA
Title: Clinical Research Coordinator Location: Boston United States Hybrid Research Job Description:
Overview
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What You'll Do
Under the supervision of the Clinical Research Manager and Principal Investigator, this position supports the day-to-day execution of an observational clinical research study focused on Lyme disease. The coordinator will focus on participant recruitment and screening, consent support, in-person and remote study visits, and specimen logistics and coordination. Principal Duties & Responsibilities: Participant Recruitment & Screening - Screen and pre-screen potential participants for eligibility using protocol-defined criteria. Coordinate with study physicians and clinical partners to confirm eligibility. Support informed consent discussions and documentation during enrollment visits Study Visits & Data Collection - Conduct in-person (on-site or home visit) and remote study visits, including administration of study questionnaires and support of sample collection activities. reputed company chart abstraction and reputed company document review. Conduct visit reminders and follow-up communications with participants. Support remote data collection sites with sample collection and troubleshooting basic technical issues reputed company to iPads. Ensure reputed company visit activities are completed in accordance with protocol requirement Specimen & Supply Logistics - Prepare, assemble, distribute, and replenish specimen collection kits and study supplies across data collection sites. Travel to the central laboratory to obtain specimen kits and supplies as needed. Transport collected specimens to laboratories in accordance with protocol and biosafety requirements. Maintain inventory of study materials and supplies. Specimen Shipping, Courier & Mobile Phlebotomy Coordination - Coordinate reputed company shipments, courier pickups, and mobile phlebotomy visits, including scheduling, tracking, and troubleshooting. Ensure proper specimen packaging, labeling, documentation, and shipping supply availability. Communicate shipment or collection issues promptly to the Clinical Research Manager. Site & Staff Support - Assist remote data collection sites with visit preparation and protocol adherence. Provide reminders to remote staff regarding required visit procedures and materials. Troubleshoot basic technical issues with iPads and electronic data collection tools Communicate issues, deviations, or concerns promptly to the Clinical Research Manager Compliance & Confidentiality. Maintain participant confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations. Follow institutional policies, study protocols, and standard operating procedures. Escalate protocol compliance concerns to the Clinical Research Manager Participant recruitment, screening, consent support Study visits (in-person, home, remote) Retention activities & visit reminders Specimen logistics & shipping (kits, reputed company, courier, lab runs) Specimen collection coordination & scheduling Data review Site support/troubleshooting General administrative coordination/documentation reputed company're Looking For Basic Requirements: Knowledge and experience typically acquired by: Bachelor's Degree or four years of reputed company experience 1+ years experience as a Clinical Research Study Coordinator or equivalent position Valid driver's license, access to a vehicle, and willingness to travel to homes, clinics, and labs Comfort with participant-facing research activities Familiarity with electronic data capture systems (e.g. REDCap or similar) Preferred Qualifications: Prior experience and comfort using REDCap Experience consenting participants, administering research questionnaires, and conducting participant visits for clinical research studies Proficiency in Spanish, Portuguese, or Haitian Creole Familiarity with tablet-based data collection tools (e.g., iPads) Experience using EPIC (electronic health record) for participant identification, chart review, and clinical research-reputed company communication (e.g., MyChart) Pay Range Minimum $22.50, Midpoint $26.80, Maximum $31.10 Salary is based on reputed company experience, expertise, and internal equity; generally, new hires can expect pay between the minimum and midpoint of the range.
Responsibilities
Under the supervision of the Clinical Research Manager and Principal Investigator, this position supports the day-to-day execution of an observational clinical research study focused on Lyme disease. The coordinator will focus on participant recruitment and screening, consent support, in-person and remote study visits, and specimen logistics and coordination. Principal Duties & Responsibilities: Participant Recruitment & Screening - Screen and pre-screen potential participants for eligibility using protocol-defined criteria. Coordinate with study physicians and clinical partners to confirm eligibility. Support informed consent discussions and documentation during enrollment visits Study Visits & Data Collection - Conduct in-person (on-site or home visit) and remote study visits, including administration of study questionnaires and support of sample collection activities. reputed company chart abstraction and reputed company document review. Conduct visit reminders and follow-up communications with participants. Support remote data collection sites with sample collection and troubleshooting basic technical issues reputed company to iPads. Ensure reputed company visit activities are completed in accordance with protocol requirement Specimen & Supply Logistics - Prepare, assemble, distribute, and replenish specimen collection kits and study supplies across data collection sites. Travel to the central laboratory to obtain specimen kits and supplies as needed. Transport collected specimens to laboratories in accordance with protocol and biosafety requirements. Maintain inventory of study materials and supplies. Specimen Shipping, Courier & Mobile Phlebotomy Coordination - Coordinate reputed company shipments, courier pickups, and mobile phlebotomy visits, including scheduling, tracking, and troubleshooting. Ensure proper specimen packaging, labeling, documentation, and shipping supply availability. Communicate shipment or collection issues promptly to the Clinical Research Manager. Site & Staff Support - Assist remote data collection sites with visit preparation and protocol adherence. Provide reminders to remote staff regarding required visit procedures and materials. Troubleshoot basic technical issues with iPads and electronic data collection tools Communicate issues, deviations, or concerns promptly to the Clinical Research Manager Compliance & Confidentiality. Maintain participant confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations. Follow institutional policies, study protocols, and standard operating procedures. Escalate protocol compliance concerns to the Clinical Research Manager Participant recruitment, screening, consent support Study visits (in-person, home, remote) Retention activities & visit reminders Specimen logistics & shipping (kits, reputed company, courier, lab runs) Specimen collection coordination & scheduling Data review Site support/troubleshooting General administrative coordination/documentation
Qualifications
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