Position Summary / Department Overview

The Pulmonary Research Group at Boston Children’s Hospital is seeking a highly motivated Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC) to join our nationally recognized clinical trials team. As one of the largest pediatric pulmonary research programs in the country, we lead innovative efforts in cystic fibrosis (CF), asthma and other respiratory diseases, providing early access to cutting-edge treatments and testing novel interventions to improve patient outcomes.

The CRC will work under the general supervision of the Clinical Research Manager and collaborate with Principal Investigators (PIs), Research Nurses, other clinical research team members, research participants, sponsors, and internal hospital departments to ensure the successful execution of clinical trials. This role is integral to maintaining the quality and integrity of our research program.

Key Responsibilities

• Study Coordination:
• Coordinate and execute clinical research studies in accordance with study protocols and institutional policies.
• Schedule and manage study visits, including reminders and follow-ups.
• Recruit and screen study participants via phone, clinic visits, and other settings.
• Conduct informed consent procedures and explain study details to participants and families.
• Collect and process biological samples (e.g., blood, urine, sputum, stool).
• Administer and score questionnaires; perform study procedures such as vital signs, sweat testing and ECGs
• Maintain accurate and complete study documentation, including case report forms (CRFs), regulatory binders, and source documents.
• Support data entry, quality control, and resolution of data queries.
• Monitor and report adverse events; ensure compliance with human subject protection regulations.
• Assist with IRB submissions, protocol amendments, and regulatory correspondence.
• Participate in sponsor monitoring visits and internal audits.
• Contribute to literature reviews and manuscript preparation for publication.
• Employee will be trained to take a leading role in lung function assessments including Multiple Breath Washout (MBW), spirometry, oscillometry, exhaled nitric oxide. Further responsibilities to include:
• Assemble data collected, perform calculations, assess the quality of the study, generate reports, inform and discuss results with referring physician/research team.
• Manage supplies/inventory related to pulmonary function testing for clinical research.
• Maintain and calibrate equipment, according to standards. Repair and troubleshooting equipment when possible.
• Participate in the training and education of staff on completion of MBW, spirometry, and other pulmonary function tests as needed.
• Design manuals of operation/standards of practice for lung function testing procedures, as needed, to facilitate training.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Preliminary knowledge of clinical trials research and lab procedures.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word).
• Professionalism and respect for research participants and their rights.

Minimum Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor’s degree required.

Experience:

Bachelor’s degree with at least 3 years of relevant experience, OR Master’s degree with at least 1 year of relevant experience.