Research Study Coordinator, Infectious Diseases

Position: Research Study Coordinator, Infectious Diseases    

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.  

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Protocol and Study Document Development

• Coordinates development of study protocols, informed consent forms (ICFs), and standard operating procedures (SOPs)
• Develops data collection tools (quantitative and qualitative) and leads design and validation of electronic data capture (EDC) systems and databases (e.g. REDCap)
• Leads development of data management plans and oversees that data is kept secure
• Develops training materials on standard operating procedures and data collection procedures and supports training of study teams (e.g. research assistants)

Study Implementation

• Maintains ethics and regulatory compliance, including initial institutional review board (IRB) submissions, amendments, and reportable events
• Oversees the launch and provides ongoing support for the study, including logistical support for workshop sites. This may include oversight of one or more research assistants.
• Supports study team and community partners through regular meetings and supports on protocol implementation
• Reports to investigators on study progress and protocol milestones
• Works with fellow investigators to create datasets for analyses and performs descriptive and advanced analyses using statistical packages (e.g. R, SAS)

Other Duties

• Aids in preparation of abstracts, posters and manuscripts for scientific meetings and journals
• Schedules and leads regular study team meetings, sets agendas, and records minutes for distribution

(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:

• Bachelors' degree required, preferably in Public Health. 
• MS/MPH strongly preferred.

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EXPERIENCE:  

• Must have a minimum of two (2-5) years’ experience with research, preferably in community-engaged or community-based research or public health and have demonstrated sound independent judgement and competencies in research methodologies.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

• Experience with recruiting subjects, with an understanding of the ethical and technical conduct of research.
• Excellent proficiency with Microsoft Office applications preferred including Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Working knowledge of electronic data capture systems, specifically REDCap. Experience with qualitative and/or quantitative analysis tools (Nvivo) a plus. Ability to perform basic data management and analysis tasks (coding, data entry, data cleaning, retrieval).
• Understanding of research components including data collection issues, human subjects protection, quality assurance and control. Experience in project management and project planning.
• Cultural sensitivity and comfort with a wide range of social, racial and ethnic populations. Bilingual or multi-lingual skills, particularly in Spanish and/or Haitian Creole, is a plus.
• Flexibility and positive attitude, with excellent interpersonal skills
• Excellent English communication skills (oral and written).

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 Talentacquisition@bmc.org or call 617-638-8582 to let us know the nature of your request.

Job Requirements

Education

• Bachelors’ degree required with 7+ years of relevant experience. Major in a field related to the research is also preferred.
• MS/MPH preferred with at least 2 years of relevant experience,

Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans