Clinical Research Coordinator II, Psychiatry

Position: Clinical Research Coordinator II, Psychiatry

Location: Boston, MA

Schedule: 40 hours per week, Hybrid (average of 3 days per week on-site and more if needed)

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.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Department of Psychiatry’s Wellness and Recovery After Psychosis Program (WRAP) is seeking a Clinical Research Coordinator II (CRC II) to assist in the implementation/coordination of schizophrenia clinical trials and epidemiological studies.

The CRC II will coordinate study start-up activities, conduct interviews and data collection, and oversee administrative issues related to ongoing research studies. The main responsibilities of the CRC II include conducting participant recruitment, administering questionnaires, gathering data, managing subject databases, serving as study liaison with regulatory bodies (e.g., Institutional Review Board), and liaising with research collaborators. They also will assist with new grant proposal submission and preparation of research reports and presentations.

This position is ideal for someone interested in pursuing a career in medicine, psychology, or public health and looking to make a substantial contribution to a well-established research team that provides ample opportunities for development and growth. The CRC II position requires resourcefulness, flexibility, attention to detail, and the ability to take initiative, work independently, and handle sensitive information with discretion.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Oversee recruitment efforts for research studies
• Conducts the enrollment of study participants, including explaining research procedures & protocols, and obtaining informed consent of subjects and/or their families.
• Schedules appointments of study participants and conducts reminder calls/messages. Conducts data collection activities with participants
• Maintains patient study files in accordance with legal and institutional guidelines.
• Reviews data collection forms for each enrollee for completion and quality; checks work of research staff performing data entry to ensure timely and accurate entry
• Prepares and maintains Institutional Review Board (IRB) approvals and correspondence, including amendments and renewals as necessary
• Perform administrative duties associated with the study’s Data Monitoring and Safety Board (DSMB), tracking and reporting adverse events and collecting data specified by the DSMB.
• Run statistical tests on data using a statistical program (SPSS; generates results and summaries). Provides assistance in the development of manuscripts, reports, grants, presentations and data analysis.
• Conducts literature searches and synthesizes information in requested formats.
• Assist with the coordination of the collection, processing, organization, and storage of biological specimens in the appropriate systems
• Performs office-related duties such as assisting with scheduling team meetings, picking up and delivering mail, storing and distributing office supplies, handling faxes, scanning, filing, photocopying, collating materials, and maintaining the update of policy manuals

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Train and oversee research assistants

(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:

• CRC II: Experienced Level Position
• Master’s Degree OR
• Bachelor’s Degree plus 2-5 years of experience
• Degree in Psychology, Neuroscience, or Public Health is preferred.

EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum of 2-3 years of relevant experience is required.
• Experience in psychological research or mental health clinical studies preferred.
• Prior experience with schizophrenia clinical trials strongly preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Previous experience with IRB submissions, data collection, and clinical trials preferred.
• Ability to read and write fluently in English required. Additional language skill in Spanish or Haitian Creole is a plus.
• Ability to communicate effectively (listen and build trust) and be non-judgmentally with people of different gender, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, ethnic, language and cultural backgrounds.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (i.e. MS Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint,
• Outlook) and web browsers. Experience with statistical software (e.g., SAS, SPSS) a plus. Experience using data management software a plus (REDCap).
• Must successfully complete training in human subjects research certification.

This position is funded by a 2 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 to [email protected] or call 617-638-8582 to let us know the nature of your request.

Compensation Range:

This range offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications. However, our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and a broad range of factors is considered when making an offer. This includes education, experience, skills, and certifications/licensures as they directly relate to position requirements; as well as business/organizational needs, internal equity, and market-competitiveness. In addition, BMCHS offers generous total compensation that includes, but is not limited to, benefits (medical, dental, vision, pharmacy), discretionary annual bonuses and merit increases, Flexible Spending Accounts, 403(b) savings matches, paid time off, career advancement opportunities, and resources to support employee and family well-being. 

NOTE: This range is based on Boston-area data, and is subject to modification based on geographic location.

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