Clinical Research Coordinator - Endocrinology

In addition, this role focuses on performing the following Research Programs and Projects duties:
Supports the development of new products and innovation.  Includes Clinical roles focused on research projects.  Positions in this family perform basic, translational, and/or clinical research towards solving a specific problem for an entity or community.  A professional individual contributor role that may direct the work of other lower level professionals or manage processes and programs.  The majority of time is spent overseeing the design, implementation or delivery of processes, programs and policies using specialized knowledge and skills typically acquired through advanced education.
An entry level role that applies broad theoretical job knowledge typically obtained through advanced education.  May require the following proficiency:  work is closely supervised, problems faced are not typically difficult or complex, and explains facts, policies and practices related to job area. This role focuses on performing work related to research and development of new products, innovation, and improvement of products and processes.  

This position will assist the Principal Investigator (PI) in planning and implementing clinical research studies as assigned. Our team within the Division of Endocrinology focuses on studies to improve care for people with diabetes, thyroid disorders, and other endocrine conditions through a mix of industry-sponsored and investigator-initiated research studies. We’re a close-knit group, made up of multiple Principal Investigators, a senior clinical coordinator, and a clinical studies manager, who enjoy the day-to-day work of discovery and take pride in conducting studies with integrity and a mindset for continuous improvement.

The coordinator plays a role in bringing clinical research to life by keeping studies organized and on track - recruiting and meeting with participants, collecting and managing data. This position is an excellent opportunity for someone interested in clinical research who is curious, detail-oriented, reliable, and eager to learn in a supportive and fast-paced environment. The Division of Endocrinology consistently scores high in employee satisfaction surveys, and the successful candidate is expected to embody the three qualities that define our culture: kindness, effectiveness, and genuine fun to work with.
** Job Description
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* Minimum Qualifications:

** 1. Bachelor’s degree OR High School Diploma or equivalent
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* * Four (4) years of related experience.
2. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification may be required based on specific role requirements.
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* Preferred Qualifications:

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* Duties and Responsibilities:

** The duties and responsibilities listed below are intended to describe the general nature of work and are not intended to be an all-inclusive list.  Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned.
5. Assists with Institutional Review Board (IRB) requirements for each study including meeting institutional educational requirements, submitting documents for review such as amendments, adverse event reporting and annual reviews.
7. Maintains patient confidentiality per HIPAA regulations and keeps study information in a safe and secure location. Adheres to FDA Good Clinical Practice Guidelines.
9. Arranges necessary tests and procedures in accordance with protocol requirements and reports results to the investigator.
12. Assesses potential patients and eligibility for inclusion in a particular protocol based on protocol requirements.
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* Physical Requirements:

**** Skills & Abilities:
** 1. High degree of organizational talents, data collection, and analysis skills.
3. Excellent computer skills including word processing.
4. Ability to prioritize quickly and appropriately.
5. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Tufts Medicine is a leading integrated health system bringing together the best of academic and community health care to deliver exceptional, connected and accessible care experiences to consumers across Massachusetts. Comprised of Tufts Medical Center, Lowell General Hospital, Melrose Wakefield Healthcare, an expansive home care network and a large clinically integrated physician network, Tufts Medicine has more than 15,000 dedicated employees and caregivers.

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