Research Coordinator I

Note: The compensation range(s) in the table below represent the base salaries for all positions at a given grade across the health system. Typically, a new hire can expect a starting salary somewhere in the lower part of the range. Actual salaries may vary by position and will be determined based on the candidate's relevant experience. No employee will be paid below the minimum of the range. Pay ranges are listed as hourly for non-exempt employees and based on assumed full time commitment for exempt employees.

Minimum - Midpoint - Maximum

$59, $68, $81,224.00

This is a Grant Funded Position for a specified duration.

This Grant is scheduled to expire on:

Summary: 

This position seeks a candidate with a willingness to take on new challenges, and possessing excellent organizational and critical thinking skills. Reporting to the Research Project Manager for Dr. Kimberley Geissler, the Research Coordinator 1 (RC1) will assist with conducting health services research in a large academic medical center related primarily to pediatric and mental health care. The RC1 will assist Dr. Geissler's team as they conduct research, publish results, and apply for grant funding. Duties may include: chart/graph creation; data entry; literature reviews; assisting with compiling and submitting Institutional Review Board (IRB) applications; and helping to prepare manuscripts and conference submissions. This position also carries some administrative duties including: meeting coordination and other administrative tasks as needed throughout the course of employment.

Of note, this position does not have a heavy patient contact role.

Job Responsibilities: 

• Conducts study tasks that are moderately complex in accordance with established protocols or guidelines
• Works with patients & families. May conduct screening of patients for inclusion in non-interventional studies based on predetermined criteria.
• Assists with study procedures and the collection of complex data.
• Assists with/conducts informed consent process for non-interventional studies with the PI/SubI available for questions.
• Contributes to preparation, submission, and maintenance of regulatory documents.
• Contributes to and maintains study and patient files in a highly organized manner.
• May contribute to development of study specific source and site documentation.
• Performs actual tasks. Records & Organizes Data. Contributes to and maintains source documents and case report forms.
• Compiles information for interpretation.
• Works in collaboration with IRB, SPA, and other BMC areas for study success.
• Responsibilities may include meetings and collaboration with sponsor/CRO for study success.
• Responsibilities may include travel as needed.
• May assist in coordinating and supervising assigned study activities.
• May assist with training of lesser qualified study personnel.
• Responsible for the feedback on Research Assistant staff performance.

Required Education: 

High School / GED

Preferred Education: 

Bachelor's degree

Master's eegree

Required Work Experience: 

Solid knowledge of medical terminology.

Solid knowledge of State and Federal Regulations and Guidance's as they relate to research.

Highly detail-oriented individual with excellent interpersonal and time management skills.

Preferred Work Experience: 

1) None Listed

Skills and Competencies: 

1) Solid knowledge of medical terminology

Certifications:

Holds specialty certification in clinical research through an approved accrediting organization or college/graduate program. Must obtain CCRP certification when eligible, it may take up to 2 years to be eligible

Additional Certifications/ Training may be required by clinical are Additional Certifications/ Training may be required by clinical area.

Education:

GED or HiSET (Required)

Certifications:

Certified Clinical Research Professional - Association of Clinical Research ProfessionalsAssociation of Clinical Research Professionals, Must obtain CCRP certification when eligible, it may take up to 2 years to be eligible - per research compliance

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Baystate Health is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.

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