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Job Summary

The Harvard Orthopedic Trauma Initiative is one of the most successful fully integrated cross-campus clinical programs. The Initiative has a very robust clinical research patient-reported outcomes programs that have grown substantially during the last eight years.

The CRC I position offers exposure to the clinical research operative, and academic aspects of Orthopedic Trauma Surgery. This on-site position offers terrific opportunities to both work with expert Orthopedic Trauma surgeons and contribute to cutting-edge innovations.

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Qualifications

Working under supervision from the Senior Research Project Manager and/or Principal Investigator, the CRC I will provide support to clinical research studies and outcomes data collection.  They may be responsible for the following activities: gathering data from the clinical record; recruiting and enrolling subjects into clinical protocols; developing and implementing patient recruitment strategies and recommending changes to protocols.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Coordinates the implementation - both internally and externally - of sponsored clinical research studies.

2. Initiates and maintains contact with study participants. Responsible for screening applicants, ensuring they meet appropriate criteria, and makes independent judgment as to the suitability of their participation. 

3. Working in concert with Principal Investigator and/or Senior Research Project Manager or designee, develops and implements subject recruitment strategies. 

4. Reviews and collects appropriate data from the patient clinical record.

5. Develops, organizes, and/or maintains the study database which is stored at all times on a MGB or BWH network. Responsible for data validation and quality control.

6. Interacts with subjects with regard to enrollment - including patient education, procedural instruction, and follow-up. May serve as a liaison between subject and physician.

7. Administers, scores, and evaluates responses to study questionnaires. 

8. In conjunction with Senior Research Project Manager/Principal Investigator, develops and implements new research protocols including design, data collection systems and institutional review board approval.

9. Performs literature searches as appropriate.

10. Assists PI or Senior Research Project Manager with preparation for presentation and written published articles.

11. Assists with regulatory documentation as directed by Senior Project Manager.

12. All other duties as assigned.

Education
Bachelor's Degree Related Field of Study required

Experience
Some relevant research project work 0-1 year preferred

Work experience in a research setting preferred.

A two year commitment is strongly encouraged. 

Sound independent judgement and competence in research methodologies.

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)

 

Remote Type

Onsite

 

Work Location

15 Francis 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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