Clinical Research Coordinator

Description

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• School/Unit:
  Harvard School of Dental Medicine
• Job Function:
  Research
• Location:
  
  Boston
• Job Type: Full-time
• Salary Grade: 055
• FLSA Status:
  Non-exempt
• Union: 55 - Hvd Union Cler & Tech Workers
• Term Appointment:
  No

By working at Harvard University, you join a vibrant community that advances Harvard's world‑changing mission in meaningful ways, inspires innovation and collaboration, and builds skills and expertise. We are dedicated to creating a diverse and welcoming environment where everyone can thrive.

Located in Boston's Longwood Medical Area, Harvard School of Dental Medicine (HSDM) is at the forefront of dental education, research, and patient care. Founded in 1867, HSDM holds the distinction of being the first dental school in the U.S. to be part of a university and its medical school, and the first to confer the DMD degree. Our mission is to foster a community of global leaders in education, research, and clinical innovation dedicated to improving human health by integrating dentistry and medicine.

We invite dedicated professionals to join our team and contribute to our rich tradition of excellence and innovation in the dental field.

The Clinical Research Coordinator will independently handle several facets of a significant research project with minimal supervision. Responsibilities include overall project planning and coordination, managing budgets and timelines, ensuring regulatory compliance, assisting with IRB reporting, handling updates to the project website, and setting the agenda for investigator meetings. Additionally, this person will support the investigative team in creating online surveys, collaborate with the project statistician on data management from parent and staff surveys, aid in staff training, and oversee activities at the study sites.

The coordinator will also support day‑to‑day laboratory operations within the Lab, including maintaining equipment readiness, monitoring supply levels, and ensuring adherence to biosafety and laboratory safety standards.

• Ensures site compliance with research protocols by reviewing all regulatory requirements to confirm implementation of appropriate methods, practices, and procedures for all research activities
• Prepares and submits documents to Institutional Review Boards (IRBs).
• Participates in preparation and management of research budgets.
• Prepare testing materials and/or lab space for scheduled visits.
• Manages daily operations to ensure clinical trials proceed efficiently and achieve their milestones for study completion
• Works in partnership with researchers to handle tasks related to recruiting, screening, enrolling, and following up with study participants.
• Oversees data management for research projects.
• Supports data entry tasks by accurately inputting information into relevant databases. Ensure the recorded and managed data from participants' visits is properly maintained.
• Conveys and coordinates detailed study needs with the research team, encompassing internal members, external partners, sponsors, monitors, Principal Investigators (PIs), and participants.
• Supports Principal Investigators in conducting study procedures, managing data, and performing analysis as needed.
• Ensures that all testing materials, equipment and supplies needed for the study are in‑stock and in good working order.
• Coordinates routine maintenance, calibration, and service of laboratory instruments, equipment, and supplies; ensuring accurate documentation and communication with vendors and Harvard EHS as needed.
• Maintains laboratory operational readiness, including oversight of biosafety practices, chemical inventory, waste disposal procedures, and compliance with Lab standard operating procedures.
• Monitors study materials to ensure compliance with protocols and regulatory standards.
• Assists staff, faculty, and collaborators in producing essential data, figures, or summary information.
• Engages in drafting research proposals, compiling reports, creating presentations, and contributing to publications.
• Maintains excellent responsiveness and communication with the PI, ensuring…