Clinical Research Specialist

Job Summary

Under the supervision of the Director, Clinical & Translational Research Support (DCTRS), the Clinical Research Specialist (CRS) supports investigators at The Jackson Laboratory and their clinical collaborators by contributing clinical site and regulatory expertise to grant proposal development and clinical protocol design, development and implementation.This role facilitates expansion of the JAX clinical research portfolio and ensures that clinical studies are designed and conducted per established policies, procedures, regulations, and good clinical practices (GCP).

Key Responsibilities

Provide support to JAX faculty and collaborators in developing clinical research proposals for external and internal funding by contributing to study design, human subject protection components, and development of clinical study protocols for funded grants Participate in clinical site management activities and provide site support through identification and qualification of clinical sites, preparation of initial IRB submission materials and recruitment plans, providing ongoing problem solving and support to clinical sites. Develop and maintain JAX clinical research Standard Operating Procedures Contribute clinical research operations expertise to development of project components Collaborate with DCTRS and JAX IRB in developing and delivering educational programs to investigators and key study personnel on compliance with federal regulations and JAX policies & procedures Facilitate collaborative research between JAX investigators and clinical site investigators and staff by taking the lead in clinical protocol and supporting document development and moving the project forward through IRB submission

Education and Minimum Requirements

Master’s Degree in health sciences or relevant scientific area (e.g. epidemiology, clinical research administration, public health, biology)

Minimum of three years of experience in patient facing clinical research (study coordination) in an academic or other clinical setting

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge and experience in clinical study design, statistical analysis, protocol development, informed consent process and regulation, CRF development, IRB regulations and requirements
• Excellent written and oral communication skills and ability to work with multi-disciplinary collaborators
• Ability to handle multiple activities simultaneously and to effectively prioritize tasks and responsibilities
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Strong commitment to customer service.

Pay Range: $69,711 - $101,081, pay is determined by years of experience

About JAX:

The Jackson Laboratory is an independent, nonprofit biomedical research institution with a National Cancer Institute-designated Cancer Center and nearly 3,000 employees in locations across the United States (Maine, Connecticut, California, New York, Florida), Japan and China. Its mission is to discover precise genomic solutions for disease and empower the global biomedical community in the shared quest to improve human health.

Founded in 1929, JAX applies over nine decades of expertise in genetics to increase understanding of human disease, advancing treatments and cures for cancer, neurological and immune disorders, diabetes, aging and heart disease. It models and interprets genomic complexity, integrates basic research with clinical application, educates current and future scientists, and provides critical data, tools and services to the global biomedical community. For more information, please visit

EEO Statement:

The Jackson Laboratory provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, age, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition, gender, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, national origin, veteran status, and other classifications protected by applicable state and local non-discrimination laws.