Regulatory Coordinator II - Pediatrics

The Regulatory Coordinators (RC) works under the direction of the Principal Investigator(s), Regulatory Operations Manager, Clinical Research Manager and / or directly for the Clinical Trials Office 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), Office of Data Quality (ODQ) and the Clinical Trials Offices at the various DF/HCC institutions. 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 ODQ, 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. Responsible for data entry of Subject Visit Tracking information (as applicable for role) 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. 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 REQUIRED COMPETENCIES Must be able to perform day to day responsibilities with little or no co‑worker support or supervision. Has intermediate knowledge and is very proficient in the following areas: DFCI, DF/HCC, ICH/GCP, FDA policy / guidance / regulation; an understanding of the IRB submission & approval process; Regulatory Binder maintenance; PI Initiated / Multi‑Center Trials; protocol and consent design and development and FDA IND and other regulatory required submissions. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES 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. MINIMUM JOB QUALIFICATIONS The position requires a bachelor’s degree or 2 years of experience as a Dana‑Farber Regulatory Coordinator. 1‑3 years of direct regulatory experience. Candidates must have intermediate to advanced knowledge of FDA and ICH/GCP guidelines and previous experience with clinical trials or research coordination. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES No direct supervisory responsibility may have a role in training new regulatory coordinators. PATIENT CONTACT None 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. EEO Poster 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). $61,110.00 - $67,900.00 #J-18808-Ljbffr