Research Scientist, Center for Clinical Investigation - Mass General Brigham
Boston, MA 02108
About the Job
DescriptionGeneral SummaryWe are seeking an intellectually curious and highly organized individual with clinical trial interest/experience to serve as a Research Scientist in the Center for Clinical Investigation (CCI), and collaboratively with PIs from Massachusetts General Hospital and University of Texas Southwestern. The candidate will work with Department Managers, the Finance Manager, and Principal Investigators and under general supervision from the Research Operations Director. The mission of the CCI is to strengthen the culture for clinical research at the Brigham and Women’s Hospital by building services helpful to clinical investigators and facilitating the success of individual investigators. A specific exciting multi-year clinical trial in startup phase relates to antibiotic allergy and is funded by the National Institutes of Health. The Research Scientist will play a key role in the execution of this study that is being conducted in about 6 US sites. **When applying, please include a cover letter along with your resume** For more information regarding our group, please visit Center for Clinical Investigation.The Research Scientist will be responsible for developing and maintaining the infrastructure of a multicenter clinical trial by supporting the design, planning, and management of the clinical trial. The position plays a key role in conducting research projects, obtaining funding, writing or other recognition. He/she is highly competent, experienced and/or recognized in their field, their contribution is essential to the conceptual/scientific success of the project. Principal Duties and Responsibilities:Provides strong leadership as a liaison between the investigators, sites, and sponsors. This includes: Developing a plan for all projects and ensuring follow-up on all discussions, and requesting an update on projects.Meeting with the research team regularly to review trial projects, timelines and action itemsContribute to the strategic development of the multicenter trial Develops and convenes trial oversight committees such as Steering Committee, Executive Committee, and Advisory Boards (as needed) and run meetings as neededLeads or participates in a variety of comitteesFoster a team environment
• Conducts active, complex scientific research projects in collaboration with Pl and laboratory members.
• Makes strong intellectual contributions to scientific strategies of the group/lab and plays a leadership role by acting as subject matter expert in field
• Subject matter expertise in allergy/immunology research
• Presents results and prepares data for publications
• Reports on work in progress at weekly meetings and ad hoc seminars
• Contributes to scientific literature and may present results at institutional and external academic meetings
• Attends annual national scientific meeting as needed
• Participation in grant proposal preparation
• Administrative maintenance of database records and IRB documentsLead additional special project oversight as requestedClinical Research ManagementDevelop and maintain the infrastructure of a multicenter clinical trial by supporting the design, planning, and management activities, including the following:Regulatory
• Submit IRB Applications and required reporting
• Manage site regulatory documents and Trial Master File (TMF)
• Manage ClinicalTrials.gov postings
• Act as Principle Investigator for Coordinating Center submissions Study documents
• Assist in preparation of protocol and informed consent forms
• Assist with recruitment materials
• Oversee preparation and maintenance of Manuals of Procedures
• Oversee site and staff training materials
• Manage study portal and access to study documents and trial materialsData management
• Assist in developing Case Report Forms
• Assist in development study conduct reports
• Distribute reportsSafety and Monitoring (as applicable)
• Develop Safety Monitoring plan
• Review safety data
• Report SAE/SUSARS to IRB
• Develop site initiation and monitoring plan
• Oversee interim monitoring
• Conduct site close-outSite activation, training, and trial conduct
• Site feasibility assessment development and implementation
• Approve site activation
• Provide site training and initiation
• Investigation/remediation of site non-complianceStudy closure and analysis
• Site closure and reporting
• Monitor return / destruction of unused IP (if applicable)
• Notification of study closure to IRB
• Prepare and submit Final Study Report
• Archival of site records including site TMF
• Oversee publication of study findingsAdministrative
• Maintaining a list of all participating investigators, their research teams, legal contract teams and administrative teams.
• Organizing regular meetings of the tr trial members, setting up agenda ahead of the meeting, recording minutes at each meeting and taking key notes from each meeting including voting and consensus and following up on all discussions. Record action items and ensure execution and follow-through.
• Updating clinicaltrials.gov and other websites monthly and as needed
• Schedule and organize Retreat/Symposium as needed.
• Assist in development written materials for internal and external audiences in alignment with program and trial goalsQuality and Process Improvement
• Oversees development, implementation and administration of quality assurance plan This includes continuous development of metrics and tools to monitor, trend, and report performance measures
• Facilitates and/or participates in communication with internal and external staff as it relates to training, performance measures, and quality assurancePersonnel Management
• Recruits and retains staff that reflects and support the mission
• Builds and trains a team of clinical research professionals to support trial and CC conduct
• Creates an environment of mentorship and career developmentQuality and Process Improvement
• Oversees development, implementation and administration of quality assurance. This includes continuous development of metrics and tools to monitor, trend, and report performance measures.
• Facilitates and/or participates in communication with internal and external staff as it relates to training, performance measures, and quality assurance.QualificationsPhD Required in Translational Medicine or Regulatory Affairs Demonstrated evidence of scientific competency with highly specialized and developed skills, publications and/or experience At least 3 years of clinical research experienceIdeally, minimum of 2 years working within an academic clinical trial coordinating center or regulatory managementHigh proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly with ExcelSkills/Abilities/Competencies Required:
• Outstanding organizational skills are necessary to manage detailed information and priorities across competing timetables and responsibilities. Ability to plan for the timely and successful completion of short- and long-term objectives.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to communicate effectively with a large and diverse constituency, including senior hospital leaders, division faculty and support staff, representatives of other BWH offices, collaborating institution officials, granting agencies (NIH, industry and foundations) representatives, and vendors.
• Requires the ability to work independently to ensure protocol review, implementation and ancillaries processes run smoothly.
• High degree of analytic ability to manage the financial and human resources aspects of the position.
• Interpersonal relationship skills needed to collaborate with others and work with functional group managers, many hospital-wide department heads, administrators, and physicians in a positive and collegial fashion.
• Comfortable using systems to create, update, maintain and disseminate data and reports. Demonstrated project and program management skills; ability to prioritize initiatives and ensure timely execution and follow throughProven ability to balance “big picture” strategic planning with specific and detail focused deliverablesSkilled and knowledgeable liaison between high level academics, industry, and philanthropic partnersDemonstrated time management and organization skillsKnowledge of current and developing pre-clinical and clinical research trendsSound interpersonal skills Works well independently and in groups; displaying initiative and diplomacy while maintaining important work relationshipsDemonstrated ability to successfully manage multiple projects
• Highly skilled with demonstrated broad knowledge of field.
• Evidence of potential for scientific creativity, original thought
• Able to exercise independent judgment and leadership
• Effective decision making in appropriate situationsJob Field: ResearchOrganization: Brigham& Women's Hospital(BWH)Schedule: Full-timeShift: Day JobEmployee Status: Regular
• Conducts active, complex scientific research projects in collaboration with Pl and laboratory members.
• Makes strong intellectual contributions to scientific strategies of the group/lab and plays a leadership role by acting as subject matter expert in field
• Subject matter expertise in allergy/immunology research
• Presents results and prepares data for publications
• Reports on work in progress at weekly meetings and ad hoc seminars
• Contributes to scientific literature and may present results at institutional and external academic meetings
• Attends annual national scientific meeting as needed
• Participation in grant proposal preparation
• Administrative maintenance of database records and IRB documentsLead additional special project oversight as requestedClinical Research ManagementDevelop and maintain the infrastructure of a multicenter clinical trial by supporting the design, planning, and management activities, including the following:Regulatory
• Submit IRB Applications and required reporting
• Manage site regulatory documents and Trial Master File (TMF)
• Manage ClinicalTrials.gov postings
• Act as Principle Investigator for Coordinating Center submissions Study documents
• Assist in preparation of protocol and informed consent forms
• Assist with recruitment materials
• Oversee preparation and maintenance of Manuals of Procedures
• Oversee site and staff training materials
• Manage study portal and access to study documents and trial materialsData management
• Assist in developing Case Report Forms
• Assist in development study conduct reports
• Distribute reportsSafety and Monitoring (as applicable)
• Develop Safety Monitoring plan
• Review safety data
• Report SAE/SUSARS to IRB
• Develop site initiation and monitoring plan
• Oversee interim monitoring
• Conduct site close-outSite activation, training, and trial conduct
• Site feasibility assessment development and implementation
• Approve site activation
• Provide site training and initiation
• Investigation/remediation of site non-complianceStudy closure and analysis
• Site closure and reporting
• Monitor return / destruction of unused IP (if applicable)
• Notification of study closure to IRB
• Prepare and submit Final Study Report
• Archival of site records including site TMF
• Oversee publication of study findingsAdministrative
• Maintaining a list of all participating investigators, their research teams, legal contract teams and administrative teams.
• Organizing regular meetings of the tr trial members, setting up agenda ahead of the meeting, recording minutes at each meeting and taking key notes from each meeting including voting and consensus and following up on all discussions. Record action items and ensure execution and follow-through.
• Updating clinicaltrials.gov and other websites monthly and as needed
• Schedule and organize Retreat/Symposium as needed.
• Assist in development written materials for internal and external audiences in alignment with program and trial goalsQuality and Process Improvement
• Oversees development, implementation and administration of quality assurance plan This includes continuous development of metrics and tools to monitor, trend, and report performance measures
• Facilitates and/or participates in communication with internal and external staff as it relates to training, performance measures, and quality assurancePersonnel Management
• Recruits and retains staff that reflects and support the mission
• Builds and trains a team of clinical research professionals to support trial and CC conduct
• Creates an environment of mentorship and career developmentQuality and Process Improvement
• Oversees development, implementation and administration of quality assurance. This includes continuous development of metrics and tools to monitor, trend, and report performance measures.
• Facilitates and/or participates in communication with internal and external staff as it relates to training, performance measures, and quality assurance.QualificationsPhD Required in Translational Medicine or Regulatory Affairs Demonstrated evidence of scientific competency with highly specialized and developed skills, publications and/or experience At least 3 years of clinical research experienceIdeally, minimum of 2 years working within an academic clinical trial coordinating center or regulatory managementHigh proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly with ExcelSkills/Abilities/Competencies Required:
• Outstanding organizational skills are necessary to manage detailed information and priorities across competing timetables and responsibilities. Ability to plan for the timely and successful completion of short- and long-term objectives.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to communicate effectively with a large and diverse constituency, including senior hospital leaders, division faculty and support staff, representatives of other BWH offices, collaborating institution officials, granting agencies (NIH, industry and foundations) representatives, and vendors.
• Requires the ability to work independently to ensure protocol review, implementation and ancillaries processes run smoothly.
• High degree of analytic ability to manage the financial and human resources aspects of the position.
• Interpersonal relationship skills needed to collaborate with others and work with functional group managers, many hospital-wide department heads, administrators, and physicians in a positive and collegial fashion.
• Comfortable using systems to create, update, maintain and disseminate data and reports. Demonstrated project and program management skills; ability to prioritize initiatives and ensure timely execution and follow throughProven ability to balance “big picture” strategic planning with specific and detail focused deliverablesSkilled and knowledgeable liaison between high level academics, industry, and philanthropic partnersDemonstrated time management and organization skillsKnowledge of current and developing pre-clinical and clinical research trendsSound interpersonal skills Works well independently and in groups; displaying initiative and diplomacy while maintaining important work relationshipsDemonstrated ability to successfully manage multiple projects
• Highly skilled with demonstrated broad knowledge of field.
• Evidence of potential for scientific creativity, original thought
• Able to exercise independent judgment and leadership
• Effective decision making in appropriate situationsJob Field: ResearchOrganization: Brigham& Women's Hospital(BWH)Schedule: Full-timeShift: Day JobEmployee Status: Regular
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