Clinical Research Associate II

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Job Summary

General Summary/Overview Statement:

The Program for the Coordination and Oversight of Research Protocols (PCORP) within the MGH Cancer Center Protocol Office specializes in the central coordination, monitoring and regulatory oversight of Investigator-initiated, multi-center clinical trials. PCORP is seeking Clinical Research Associate (CRA) candidates to assist with the coordination and monitoring of multiple oncology trials.

The multi-center CRA works under general supervision to maintain regulatory files and monitor data quality and data and protocol compliance across participating study sites. The CRA will be trained on the institutional and federal regulations governing clinical research. The position involves a high volume of regulatory document coordination and tracking and clinical data review. This position does not include any direct patient contact.

Qualifications

Principle Duties & Responsibilities:

The CRA will perform the following duties under general supervision by the Clinical Research Manager:

Track the progress of the trial across all participating sites (e.g., accrual, biospecimen collection and transfer, reportable events, regulatory submissions)

Correspond with participating sites to support trial activities as needed:

o Answer questions about eligibility, study procedures or data entry

o Prepare and distribute informational updates, including meeting minutes, missing data reports and safety reports

o Communicate essential trial information and documentation, including protocol amendments; request routine updates from sites to maintain current study status

o Facilitate database reviews and query resolution

Present the Sponsor-Investigator study status reports related to trial progress and assigned tasks

Verify adequate documentation of consent, required screening tests and procedures, and eligibility criteria to ensure patients meet all inclusion/exclusion criteria

Conduct onsite and remote monitoring visits and complete corresponding monitoring reports (Domestic travel required for onsite monitoring Skills/Abilities/Competencies Required

Careful attention to details

Superior organizational and time management skills and ability to prioritize multiple tasks

Problem-solving skills, including the ability to gather information, identify resources, and develop alternatives

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Able to work successfully in a fully remote environment

Demonstrate initiative and accountability

Ability and willingness to travel nationally.

The Clinical Research Associate II should also possess:

Working knowledge of clinical research protocols

Ability to work independently with general supervision

Analytical skills and ability to identify and resolve problems and develop alternatives

Excellent judgment and ability to interpret information and protocol requirements

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, and/or REGISTRATIONS:

None

EDUCATION:

Bachelors degree required

EXPERIENCE:

A minimum of 1-2 years of directly related work experience will be considered for a Clinical Research Associate II position.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

A Clinical Research Associate II may assist with the training and orientation of new staff members

FISCAL RESPONSIBILITY:

CRAs are responsible for conducting onsite monitoring visits in adherence to institutional travel policy and submitting expense documentation in a timely fashion.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Duties will mainly be performed in a remote setting; limited in-office presence anticipated. Applicants may work in all states with the following exceptions: WY, ND, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.

Less than 25% domestic travel (1-2 field visits per month maximum)

Does not include patient contact

Remote Type

Remote

Work Location

101 Merrimac Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

EEO Statement:

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