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Tufts University · 7 hours ago

Clinical Research Coordinator

Boston, MA

Full-time

Hybrid

New Grad, Entry Level

$22.50/hr - $31.10/hr

0+ years exp

Tufts University School of Medicine is dedicated to improving global health through molecular genetics and innovation. The Clinical Research Coordinator will support day-to-day execution of an observational clinical research study focused on Lyme disease, including participant recruitment, study visits, and specimen logistics.

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Responsibilities

Participant recruitment, screening, consent support

Study visits (in-person, home, remote)

Retention activities & visit reminders

Specimen logistics & shipping (kits, FedEx, courier, lab runs)

Specimen collection coordination & scheduling

Data review

Site support/troubleshooting

General administrative coordination/documentation

Screen and pre-screen potential participants for eligibility using protocol-defined criteria

Coordinate with study physicians and clinical partners to confirm eligibility

Support informed consent discussions and documentation during enrollment visits

Conduct in-person (on-site or home visit) and remote study visits, including administration of study questionnaires and support of sample collection activities

Perform chart abstraction and source document review

Conduct visit reminders and follow-up communications with participants

Support remote data collection sites with sample collection and troubleshooting basic technical issues related to iPads

Ensure all visit activities are completed in accordance with protocol requirement Specimen & Supply Logistics

Prepare, assemble, distribute, and replenish specimen collection kits and study supplies across data collection sites

Travel to the central laboratory to obtain specimen kits and supplies as needed

Transport collected specimens to laboratories in accordance with protocol and biosafety requirements

Maintain inventory of study materials and supplies

Coordinate FedEx shipments, courier pickups, and mobile phlebotomy visits, including scheduling, tracking, and troubleshooting

Ensure proper specimen packaging, labeling, documentation, and shipping supply availability

Communicate shipment or collection issues promptly to the Clinical Research Manager

Assist remote data collection sites with visit preparation and protocol adherence

Provide reminders to remote staff regarding required visit procedures and materials

Troubleshoot basic technical issues with iPads and electronic data collection tools

Communicate issues, deviations, or concerns promptly to the Clinical Research Manager

Maintain participant confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations

Follow institutional policies, study protocols, and standard operating procedures

Escalate protocol compliance concerns to the Clinical Research Manager as needed

Qualification

Clinical Research CoordinationParticipant RecruitmentData CollectionSpecimen LogisticsHIPAA ComplianceTechnical TroubleshootingChart AbstractionCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsTeam Collaboration

Required

Knowledge and skills as typically acquired through Bachelor's Degree OR four years of related experience

Preferred

0-2 years experience as a Clinical Research Study Coordinator or equivalent position

Company

Tufts University

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