Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is a leader in life changing breakthroughs in cancer research and patient care. We are united in our mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS and related diseases. We strive to create an inclusive, diverse, and equitable environment where we provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients of all backgrounds, and design programs to promote public health particularly among high-risk and underserved populations. We conduct groundbreaking research that advances treatment, we educate tomorrow's physician/researchers, and we work with amazing partners, including other Harvard Medical School-affiliated hospitals.

The Clinical Research Coordinator will work closely with Lachelle D. Weeks MD, PhD, an investigator in the Division of Population Sciences and Director of the CHIP Clinic in the Center for Early Detection and Interception of Blood Cancers. Dr. Weeks’s research focuses on identifying patients at risk for developing the blood cancers myelodysplastic syndrome and acute myeloid leukemia (MDS/AML). She led the development of the first clinically validated risk model for clonal hematopoiesis (CH), a preleukemic condition that is common in older adults. The clonal hematopoiesis risk score (CHRS) estimates a patient’s risk of progressing from CH to MDS/AML and is now used in clinics at DFCI and around the world. Dr. Weeks also investigates the relationship between CH and non-cancer outcomes, such as autoimmune and cardiovascular diseases. Central to all of her work is ensuring diverse patient access to clinical research opportunities and cutting edge treatments.

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The Clinical Research Coordinator will be primarily involved in the coordination of collection of patient data as well as blood and pathological specimen for the Clonal Hematopoiesis Chemotherapy and Radiation Effects (CH CARE) Study. This study seeks to understand how clonal hematopoiesis influences a patient’s risk for hematologic toxicities such as low blood counts and risk of therapy-related MDS/AML. A qualified candidate will be willing to assist in the development and implementation of standardized operating procedures for the CH CARE study at DFCI regional sites. Interactions with patients for consent conversations, administration of study surveys and questionnaires, and to field certain study-related logistical questions is required for the role. There are other opportunities for the CRC to become involved in data collection and electronic medical record data abstraction for other clinical research projects within the lab if interested.

• Screen, recruit, and consent patients at DFCI for participation in the CH CARE Study
• Work with project managers of InAdvance and CH CARE Study to maintain accurate database of screened, eligible and consented patients.
• Ensure that data within clinical datasets is complete and accurate.
• Perform preliminary quantitative and qualitative analyses of study data.
• Prepare and or complete regulatory related reports and IRB submissions. Maintain and organize study regulatory binders, enter all required study data on an ongoing basis.
• Prepare reports that provide current snapshots of a study’s data, participation, and progress
• Willingness to learn a variety of new technologies, including REDCap, Vibrant Health, and e-health/mHealth databases.
• Coordinate with InAdvance study team to send and receive study equipment and materials to regional sites.
• Work with CH CARE Study, InAdvance teams to establish standardized operating procedures for the CH CARE study at regional sites. This may involve travel to regional sites on an as needed basis.
• Attend weekly meetings and additional meetings with the study team as necessary.
• Attend monthly lab meetings within the Weeks lab.
• Attend quarterly all-hands meetings of the CH CARE study and be ready to present study updates
• Send monthly newsletter about CARE study enrollment to disease group champions and stakeholders
• Support the development and submission of publications, presentations, reports, and other study-related documents.
• Enter data and perform literature searches, administrative duties, and additional tasks as needed

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

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PATIENT CONTACT:

In this role you will have contact with Adult patients of all populations. You will consent patients for study participation and may distribute protocol schedules, quality of life surveys, or other study-related questionnaires, subject diaries, and/or conduct follow-up communication with patients.

• Bachelor's Degree required, with 0-1 years of related experience preferred.
• Experience working in a medical or scientific research setting or comparable technology-oriented business environment preferred

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and willingness to learn other technologies.
• Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Detail oriented, reliable, self-motivated.
• Ability to discuss personal topics with patients in a compassionate, sensitive manner.
• Ability to practice discretion and always adhere to hospital confidentiality guidelines.
• Ability to follow-through, prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and on a team.

At Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, we work every day to create an innovative, caring, and inclusive environment where every patient, family, and staff member feels they belong. As relentless as we are in our mission to reduce the burden of cancer for all, we are equally committed to diversifying our faculty and staff. Cancer knows no boundaries and when it comes to hiring the most dedicated and diverse professionals, neither do we. If working in this kind of organization inspires you, we encourage you to apply.
Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

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