Research Coordinator, General Internal Medicine (per diem)

Position: Research Coordinator, General Internal Medicine

Location: Boston, MA

Schedule: Per diem, hybrid

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 environment.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The TRUST trial will test two different treatment strategies for managing gout. The Research Coordinator will be responsible for day-to-day coordination and overall management of activities related to the TRUST trial (Treat-to-Target Serum Urate versus Treat-to-Avoid Symptoms in Gout) in collaboration with the site principal investigator. The role also requires assisting with Clinical Research Coordinator duties when needed, including recruitment activities and specimen processing. A commitment of 2-3 years is strongly preferred.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• The Research Coordinator will be responsible for assisting the PIs in recruitment, hiring, training, and supervision of research staff.
• Assures adherence to study protocols, policies, procedures, and human subjects regulations and provides ongoing supervision and management of all study activities.
• Assists with new grant proposal development, and preparation of research reports and presentations.
• Assisting with CRC I activities as needed, including recruitment activities, study visits, and specimen processing.
• Throughout project duration, the research coordinator will plan, track, and report on project tasks, responsible parties, timelines, etc.

OTHER

• Responsible for personnel administration functions including preparing evaluations, tracking hours worked, vacations, leaves of absence, collecting time sheets, submitting hours to payroll, and scheduling of shifts and meetings.
• Tracks research assistant certifications, NIH trainings, and continuing education for direct reports.
• Responsible for purchase orders, invoices and tracking budget items.

This position is funded by a research grant that ends in 7/2028. There may be opportunity beyond this grant funding for position integration into ongoing operations.

(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:

• A Bachelor's degree is required AND at least 5 years of clinical research experience OR
  
• A Master's degree AND at least 3 years of research experience.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

• Previous experience with grant preparation, IRB submissions, data management, and database development preferred
• Excellent English communication skills (oral and written).
• Cultural sensitivity and comfort with a wide range of social, racial and ethnic populations.
• Knowledge of and skill with using MS Office applications, database systems, and Internet. Experience using quantitative data analysis software (e.g., SPSS, SAS, Minitab)is desirable, but not required.
• Must be able to maintain strict confidentiality of all personal/health sensitive information.

AGES OF POPULATIONS SERVED:

Adults age 18 or older.

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 toTalentacquisition@bmc.orgor call617-638-8582to 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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