Research Data Specialist II - Population Science

Overview

The Research Data Specialists will support the clinical research program in the areas of data collection, computing, and database organization. Duties include the examination, synthesis, and evaluation of medical records; the abstraction and recording of pertinent medical information; and the monitoring of patient status. The Clinical Research Data Specialist will be responsible for the collection, management, and quality assurance review of patient clinical data.

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.

• Responsible for data entry of Subject Visit Tracking information into Clinical Trial Management System contemporaneously with medical visits, assessments, and other subject-specific information.

• Responsible for data entry of time and effort spent on study-specific activities and other administrative tasks into Clinical Trial Management System contemporaneously with work completed.

• Responsible for data entry of study-specific activity, including but not limited to monitor visits, external site enrollment, amendments, receipt of Safety Reports, etc. into Clinical Trial Management System contemporaneously with activity completed.

COMPETENCIES:

• Demonstrates an understanding of the data elements within the assigned data repository.

• Ability to create and run appropriate reports from the data repository.

• Demonstrates an understanding of the consent process and can independently facilitate the consenting of subjects.

• Knowledgeable in data abstraction

• Demonstrates the understanding of tissue banking regulation.

• Demonstrates an understanding of clinical research.

• Computer skills, including proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office products, required.

• Performs primary duties above independently and has progressed to performing more advanced skill sets as directed. Requires limited supervision.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• ​Excellent organizational and communication skills required

• Strong interpersonal skills – ability to effectively interact with all levels of staff and external contacts

• Must be detail oriented

• Ability to effectively manage time and prioritize workload

• Must practice discretion and always adhere to institutional confidentiality guidelines

• Must have computer skills including the use of Microsoft Office

MINIMUM JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

• The position requires a bachelor’s degree or 2 years of experience as a Dana-Farber Research Data Specialist, with a Master’s degree preferred.

• Candidates must have 1-3 years of clinical research experience in a medical, scientific research, or comparable technology-oriented business environment.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Assists in orienting and training of new staff, no direct reports.

PATIENT CONTACT:

Yes, all ages.

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 committed to having faculty and staff who offer multifaceted experiences. Cancer knows no boundaries and when it comes to hiring the most dedicated and compassionate 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.

Pay Transparency Statement

The hiring range is based on market pay structures, with individual salaries determined by factors such as business needs, market conditions, internal equity, and based on the candidate’s relevant experience, skills and qualifications.

For union positions, the pay range is determined by the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).