Position: Clinical Research Coordinator II

Department: Hematology and Oncology Research

Schedule: 40 hours per week, On-site

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Clinical Research Coordinator II will play a key role in supporting research activities within the Translational Research Laboratory and Biospecimen Repository in the Section of Hematology & Medical Oncology. Primary responsibilities include obtaining informed consent for research studies and biobank enrollment, abstracting data from medical records, maintaining patient databases, and processing and managing biospecimen samples. In addition, the CRC will contribute to the generation, organization, and preliminary analysis of research data from ongoing translational studies and support the maintenance and operation of laboratory equipment to ensure high-quality and reproducible research outputs.

Working closely with clinicians, laboratory staff, and collaborating principal investigators, the CRC II will ensure all activities are conducted in accordance with institutional policies, IRB regulatory requirements, and ethical research standards. The role also involves assisting with literature reviews, preparing study data and reports, and contributing to manuscript development. This position offers hands-on experience in translational cancer research, including biospecimen-based studies and opportunities for co-authorship on abstracts and manuscripts based on contribution.

 JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Recruit, screen, and obtain informed consent for research studies and biobank participation.
• Process, label, store, and ship biospecimens per protocol.
• Maintain accurate databases, research records, and regulatory documentation.
• Coordinate study activities with clinical and research teams.
• Assist with literature reviews, data summaries, and report/manuscript preparation.
• Perform basic data analysis and prepare figures/tables.
• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory equipment; coordinate servicing and monitor inventory.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory, privacy, and confidentiality requirements.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

CRC II: Experienced Level Position

• Master’s Degree OR
• Bachelor’s Degree plus 2-5 years of experience
• Special Intermittent Project Responsibilities (2-5 per year)

EXPERIENCE:

• Experience in clinical research, patient recruitment, and biospecimen handling preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; EMR experience preferred.
• Familiarity with data management tools (e.g., REDCap) preferred.
• Strong organizational, communication, and multitasking skills.
• Ability to work independently and with diverse populations.
• Experience with laboratory equipment and SOPs a plus.

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 [email protected] or call 617-638-8582 to 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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