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The CRC I will work under the general supervision of Dr. Aleksandar Videnovic at the MGH Neurological Clinical Research Institute (NCRI). The coordinator will act as the primary coordinator for one to two research studies performed at the NCRI. Dr. Videnovic’s research is centered on how sleep affects neurological outcomes and includes several clinical research projects in Parkinson’s Disease (PD) and REM Sleep Behavior Disorder (RBD). Current projects include studies investigating biomarker discovery for synuclein-specific neurodegenerative disorders such as Parkinson’s disease, projects centered on the sleep-wake cycles and circadian rhythms in PD and RBD, applications of light therapy aimed at improving sleep and fatigue in patients with PD, as well as several clinical research studies dedicated to neuroimaging and novel therapeutic drugs and devices. These studies require both individual and team efforts to complete. Dr. Videnovic frequently works with internal staff members and at other institutions, both inside and outside of Boston, in coordinating multi-center trials.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Administrative
• Provide support to the Principal Investigator (PI, Aleksandar Videnovic, MD MSc), co-investigators, and all other study collaborators
• Ensure regulatory requirements are met in accordance with GCP (Good Clinical Practice) and HIPAA (Protection of Human Research Subjects) standards
• Assist in the maintenance of all study regulatory documents, including the preparation of annual IRB submissions, any needed IRB modifications, correspondence with the study sponsors, and the physical regulatory binder
• Verify accuracy of study forms
• Regularly inform PI and study team of progress towards recruitment targets and milestones
• Assist the Principal Investigator in the preparation of new protocol submissions, protocol amendments, and renewals of ongoing clinical trials
• Perform other related duties as required (e.g., data entry, data checking/cleaning, literature reviews)
• Prepare data for analysis and data entry
• Work with PI to prepare and complete study reports
  Operational:
• Provide a basic explanation of study details and, in some cases, obtain informed consent from subjects
• Assist in the administration of clinical assessments of the study subjects, including but not limited to screening, evaluation, and administration of online assessments to participants, and coordination of biospecimen collection
• Assist with the setup of sleep studies, actigraphy, and pupillometry
• Communicate frequently with MGH employees and sponsor representatives to ensure study visits are conducted appropriately
• Abstract medical records
• Contact participants regarding scheduling and data collection
• Assist with data collection, processing, entry, storage, and quality control for clinical research studies
• Coordinate study intervention sessions
• Participate in subject recruitment and assist with determining the suitability of research subjects
• Assist with developing and implementing recruitment strategies
  Complete study visits that require EKG, phlebotomy, and vital signs collection

SKILLS & COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:

• Ability to work well independently as well as with co-workers, peers, supervisors, and patients
• Careful attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to manage multiple tasks & priorities, and set deadlines
• Computer literacy
• Working knowledge of clinical research protocols
• Analytical skills and ability to resolve technical problems.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and data management skills.

Job Summary

Summary:

Following established policies, procedures, and study protocols, provides assistance on clinical research studies, including recruiting, evaluating, and consenting patients for studies; collecting and organizing patient data; scheduling patients for study visits; performing clinical tests such as phlebotomy, EKGs, etc.; and maintaining and updating data generated by the study. Candidates who are in the process of completing their bachelor's degree have a six-month grace period from their hire date (up to one year if starting on a per diem basis) to provide degree equivalency verification.

Does this position require Patient Care?
No

Essential Functions
-Reviews proposals for compliance with sponsor and organizational guidelines; verifies that all sponsor requirements are met.

-Recruiting patients for clinical trials and conducting phone interviews.

-Verifies the accuracy of study forms and updates them per protocol.

-Prepares data for analysis and data entry.

-Documents patient visits and procedures.

-Assists with regulatory binders and QA/QC Procedures.

-Assists with interviewing study subjects.

-Assists with study regulator submissions.

Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor's Degree Related Field of Study required:

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
Yes

Licenses and Credentials:

Experience:

Some relevant research project work 0-1 year preferred

• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• Careful attention to detail and good organizational skills.
• Ability to follow directions.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Computer literacy.
• Working knowledge of clinical research protocols.
• Ability to demonstrate respect and professionalism for subjects' rights and individual needs.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)Physical Requirements

• Standing Frequently (34-66%)
• Walking Frequently (34-66%)
• Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
• Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs (w/assisted device)
• Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
• Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
• Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
• Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
• Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
• Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
• Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
• Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
• Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Vision
• Far Constantly (67-100%)
• Vision
• Near Constantly (67-100%)
• Talking Constantly (67-100%)
• Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

165 Cambridge Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

$20.16 - $29.01/Hourly

Grade

5

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