Clinical Research Biopsy Coordinator

Mass General Brigham•Boston, MA

1d•$29•Onsite

About The Position

The Clinical Research Biopsy Coordinator I (Biopsy CRC) works closely with the clinical research study teams to coordinate and process biopsy specimens for clinical research subjects. This role supports both academic medical centers of BWH and MGH and requires on-site presence at either location depending upon need. The primary function is to coordinate the scheduling of tissue procurement within clinical trial timelines and ensure that tissue procurement and processing adhere to clinical trial laboratory manual specifications. Additional responsibilities include sample management (receipt, local transport, packaging for shipment) and quality assurance functions.

Requirements

BA/BS degree required.
Ability to work independently and as a team member.
Analytical skills and ability to resolve problems.
Working knowledge of medical terminology.
Working knowledge of various computer applications in order to maintain accurate databases as necessary.
Ability to correctly perform tissue handling tasks described in written instructions and Standard Operating Procedures.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Excellent organizational skills.
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.

Nice To Haves

Some relevant research project work (0-1 year preferred).

Responsibilities

Coordinate and process biopsy specimens for clinical research subjects.
Coordinate the scheduling of tissue procurement within clinical trial timelines.
Ensure tissue procurement and processing is carried out per clinical trial laboratory manual specifications.
Assist with sample management, including receipt, local transport, and packaging for shipment.
Perform quality assurance functions related to biopsy specimens.
Have comprehensive knowledge of all assigned protocols.
Utilize protocol specific flow charts, intake sheets and other tools as needed to ensure protocol compliance and proper data acquisition.
Coordinate and communicate biopsy appointments with physicians, nurses and all test areas in a timely manner.
Coordinate, obtain, process, and ship all protocol required tissue samples.
Maintain accurate patient research files and records of sample procurement.
Coordinate location of specific study supplies with study team and utilizes study specific supplies as required.
Assist primary CRA of each study with data management tasks as needed.
Assist with the quality assurance review of biopsy/tissue data.
May assist with, or perform, any other tasks related to biopsy collections for Cancer Center Investigator tissue procurement projects.
May participate in phone contact with study participants as delegated by Research Nurses.