The Regulatory Coordinator (RC) works under the direction of the Principal Investigator(s) and Clinical Research Manager to complete the regulatory requirements of the clinical research project. The RC coordinates aspects of protocol submissions, prepares and submits regulatory documents, and maintains records on assigned studies to ensure regulatory compliance with DFCI and DF/HCC policies as well as federal regulation and ICH/GCP guidelines. This position will work collaboratively with a variety of personnel at all levels, including faculty and study team members of DF/HCC and external institutions, cooperative groups, clinical trials experts, representatives from the pharmaceutical industry, federal agencies, and other research organizations. Works interactively with the Office for Human Research Studies (OHRS), Quality Assurance of Clinical Trials (QACT), and the Clinical Trials Offices at the various DF/HCC institutions.

This position is 4-5 days remote. Only applicants living in/relocating to a New England State  (Massachusetts, Rhode Island, New Hampshire, Maine, Connecticut, or Vermont) at the time of employment will be considered. Candidates must have the ability to work from our Boston, MA office for onsite days.

The Center for the Prevention of Progression is comprised of the following research initiatives; 

1. The Clinical Research Program- The clinical research program includes the research direct care providers (physicians, mid-level practitioners, and nurses) and operational and management staff. Operational and management staff include research coordinators, research managers, regulatory coordinators and project management staff who facilitate the regulatory, data collection and entry, scheduling, and all facets of the operational and administrative duties associated with the clinical trial portfolio that are part of the Center for the Prevention of Progression. 
2. The Translational Research Program- Led by Irene Ghobrial, MD as the Director of the Clinical Investigator Research Program at Dana-Farber, the Translational Research Program meets regularly to discuss ongoing initiatives in the care and treatment of patients with multiple myeloma. Areas of focus include process and policy improvement, building of the clinical trial portfolio of the CPOP, Multiple Myeloma, Biobanking and Transplant programs, and to identify areas of unmet clinical need within the programs. The group leverages the experience and support of more senior physicians to aid in the development of novel therapeutic approaches and program improvement by junior research staff and management.
3. The Ghobrial Research Lab- The Ghobrial lab is a state-of-the-art facility that specializes in understanding the regulation of cell trafficking and cell metastasis in B-cell malignancies that disseminate in the bone marrow. The lab includes a manager, administrative support staff, several post-doctoral fellows and/or investigators in medicine, several lab technicians, biobanking staff, and peripheral collaborators. The lab works in tandem with the clinical team to develop and publish innovative translational papers utilizing the samples in the Ghobrial biobank as well as those procured from clinical trials, and sample collection studies.

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.

Regulatory Compliance 

• Prepares and submits all protocol applications, amendments, continuing reviews, and informed consent documents for SRC and IRB review and approval.
• Prepares and submits regulatory documentation that may include; IND/IDE applications, FDA annual reports, Serious Adverse Event reports, to the appropriate regulatory agencies including the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Office of Biotechnology Activities (OBA), etc. 
• Prepares, maintains and organizes Regulatory files for each assigned study in compliance with study sponsor requirement; Industry sponsor, DF/HCC sponsored etc. 
• Maintains various regulatory tracking databases with information related to study recruitment, subject enrollment, and study progress and completion.
• Assists in the preparation and coordination of assigned study monitoring and auditing visits with study coordinator, Investigator, DF/HCC QACT, Industry Sponsors, and third party auditors.

Clinical Trial Management 

• Track and manage assigned new protocol start-up packet; initiate, facilitate and monitor study start-up progress to ensure established benchmarks are met. 
• Communicate and collaborate with clinical trial key stakeholders through the start-up process, provide regular updates and ensure all start-up activities are completed 
• Create and maintain tracking for all subsequent submissions to the SRC / IRB; protocol & consent amendments, all required safety reporting, all required deviation, violation, exception or other event reporting. Ensure various regulatory reporting required are met; Study Sponsor, FDA, IRB etc. 

Key Stakeholder Interfacing 

• Establishing and maintaining regular communication with study team, study sponsor, applicable regulatory agencies / offices to ensure all required information is relayed and responsible for the systematic documentation / tracking when applicable
• Serve as facilitator for study team and sponsor with regard to study status information, critical safety issues, upcoming protocol, consent and IDB amendments and applicable protocol training; responsible for the systematic documentation / tracking when applicable 

Leadership and Professionalism 

• Maintain working knowledge of current regulations, regulatory guidance and or local policies 
• Assists Clinical research Manager with regulatory based training and implementation of new or revised regulation, guidance and or local policy 
• Present regulatory status for disease group portfolio at applicable research meetings 

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.

• Bachelor's degree (BA, BS) in life sciences, nursing, or other related discipline is required; 1-3 years of direct regulatory experience required.
• Must have intermediate / very proficient knowledge of FDA and ICH/GCP guidelines.
• Previous experience with clinical trials and/or research coordination required. 
• Must possess excellent written and oral communication skills, maintain confidentiality of information, demonstrate good decision-making and judgment and have attention to detail and follow-through skills.
• Demonstrated organization and time management/prioritization skills with the ability to work independently are required.
• Must be proficient in the use of computers, Microsoft applications and databases.
• Requires experience with medical terminology.

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 groups as protected by law.