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JR-3916
Location:
450 Brookline Ave, BOSTON, MA 02215
Category:
Clinical Research
Employment Type:
Full time
Work Location:
Hybrid: 2-3 days onsite/week
Salary/Pay Rate:
$70,000.00 - $85,300.00 per year
Overview
This Assistant Clinical Research Manager (ACRM) position will work within the Breast Oncology clinical research program and assist in the management of the research team in the overall conduct of clinical trials using Good Clinical Practice under the auspices of the Principal Investigator. These positions, in collaboration with the program’s Clinical Research Managers, physicians, and research nursing staff, are responsible for assisting with the design, implementation, and evaluation of their program’s clinical research activities, related regulatory oversight, and will provide day-to-day supervision of their program’s clinical research staff as needed. 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.
Clinical Trials Operations
- Assistant Clinical Research Managers (ACRM) will be responsible for assisting the Clinical Research Manager with the oversight of their disease group’s clinical trial portfolio and all related regulatory and compliance requirements.
- The ACRM will assist the CRM with all aspects of study start-up, active, and close-out activities for the group’s portfolio. They will be responsible for the required tracking of all protocol development, submission, review, and approval milestones.
- The ACRM will assist with the oversight of subject enrollment, protocol treatment, and follow-up care processes for protocol patients.
- Assist with the oversight of registration of protocol patients, study group registrar, and pharmaceutical company as outlined in protocol.
Regulatory & Compliance
- Assists in the responsibility for essential document compliance for the entire portfolio. Implements systems to monitor and ensure regulatory document collection and maintenance compliance.
- Assists in the responsibilities for all clinical trial reporting requirements; safety event, annual approval, deviations, etc. May implement systems to monitor portfolio compliance.
- Assists the study team to maintain an “audit ready” research environment.
Data Management & Clinical Trial Monitoring
- Assists CRM with responsibility for data management and compliance for the entire portfolio. Maintains schedules and procedures necessary for timely and complete data collection.
- Regularly reports data compliance status to key stakeholders; i.e. DFCI PI, study Sponsor, DFCI CTO. Helps to implement corrective action to maintain data compliance when necessary.
- Submits required “progress/tracking” reports to key stakeholders, when applicable.
Staff Training & Development
- Will assist the CRM with the recruitment and oversight of coordinator staff as well as ensure that staff have completed mandatory training in a timely manner.
- Will help implement program-specific onboarding and orientation process and may participate in annual performance evaluations and competency assessments of research staff as needed.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
- Must be able to perform day-to-day responsibilities independently with minimal supervision from managers.
- Has the ability to identify regulatory scenarios that require consultation.
- Has a good understanding of clinical trials start-up, active and close-out phases.
- Has a good understanding of clinical research, local policy, and federal regulation.
- Knowledge of cancer as a disease process, cancer treatment modalities, and the clinical trial process.
- In addition, has experience in protocol development, data compilation, and analysis.
- The ACRM will have a good understanding of the various tracking systems used to ensure timely data management by the clinical research staff.
- They will also understand Federal and State regulations as they relate to research. Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills are required.
- Must have computer skills including the use of Microsoft Office.
MINIMUM JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s Degree required.
- Minimum of 3 plus years of related experience preferred.
- Must have the ability to function independently, think critically, and with good professional judgment.
License/Certification/Registration:
N/A
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
No direct report
- Will provide day-to-day supervision for study management staff, including clinical research coordinators, students, volunteers, and other research assistants as needed.
PATIENT CONTACT:
May have contact with patients of all ages and populations.
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.
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).
$70,000.00 - $85,300.00
Job Ref:
JR-3916
Location:
450 Brookline Ave, BOSTON, MA 02215
Category:
Clinical Research
Employment Type:
Full time
Work Location:
Hybrid: 2-3 days onsite/week
Salary/Pay Rate:
$70,000.00 - $85,300.00 per year
Overview
This Assistant Clinical Research Manager (ACRM) position will work within the Breast Oncology clinical research program and assist in the management of the research team in the overall conduct of clinical trials using Good Clinical Practice under the auspices of the Principal Investigator. These positions, in collaboration with the program’s Clinical Research Managers, physicians, and research nursing staff, are responsible for assisting with the design, implementation, and evaluation of their program’s clinical research activities, related regulatory oversight, and will provide day-to-day supervision of their program’s clinical research staff as needed. 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.
Clinical Trials Operations
- Assistant Clinical Research Managers (ACRM) will be responsible for assisting the Clinical Research Manager with the oversight of their disease group’s clinical trial portfolio and all related regulatory and compliance requirements.
- The ACRM will assist the CRM with all aspects of study start-up, active, and close-out activities for the group’s portfolio. They will be responsible for the required tracking of all protocol development, submission, review, and approval milestones.
- The ACRM will assist with the oversight of subject enrollment, protocol treatment, and follow-up care processes for protocol patients.
- Assist with the oversight of registration of protocol patients, study group registrar, and pharmaceutical company as outlined in protocol.
Regulatory & Compliance
- Assists in the responsibility for essential document compliance for the entire portfolio. Implements systems to monitor and ensure regulatory document collection and maintenance compliance.
- Assists in the responsibilities for all clinical trial reporting requirements; safety event, annual approval, deviations, etc. May implement systems to monitor portfolio compliance.
- Assists the study team to maintain an “audit ready” research environment.
Data Management & Clinical Trial Monitoring
- Assists CRM with responsibility for data management and compliance for the entire portfolio. Maintains schedules and procedures necessary for timely and complete data collection.
- Regularly reports data compliance status to key stakeholders; i.e. DFCI PI, study Sponsor, DFCI CTO. Helps to implement corrective action to maintain data compliance when necessary.
- Submits required “progress/tracking” reports to key stakeholders, when applicable.
Staff Training & Development
- Will assist the CRM with the recruitment and oversight of coordinator staff as well as ensure that staff have completed mandatory training in a timely manner.
- Will help implement program-specific onboarding and orientation process and may participate in annual performance evaluations and competency assessments of research staff as needed.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
- Must be able to perform day-to-day responsibilities independently with minimal supervision from managers.
- Has the ability to identify regulatory scenarios that require consultation.
- Has a good understanding of clinical trials start-up, active and close-out phases.
- Has a good understanding of clinical research, local policy, and federal regulation.
- Knowledge of cancer as a disease process, cancer treatment modalities, and the clinical trial process.
- In addition, has experience in protocol development, data compilation, and analysis.
- The ACRM will have a good understanding of the various tracking systems used to ensure timely data management by the clinical research staff.
- They will also understand Federal and State regulations as they relate to research. Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills are required.
- Must have computer skills including the use of Microsoft Office.
MINIMUM JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s Degree required.
- Minimum of 3 plus years of related experience preferred.
- Must have the ability to function independently, think critically, and with good professional judgment.
License/Certification/Registration:
N/A
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
No direct report
- Will provide day-to-day supervision for study management staff, including clinical research coordinators, students, volunteers, and other research assistants as needed.
PATIENT CONTACT:
May have contact with patients of all ages and populations.
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.
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).
$70,000.00 - $85,300.00
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Clinical Research
Align your credentials to EB-2 requirements
A master's degree in clinical research, life sciences, or a related field positions you for EB-2 classification. If you hold only a bachelor's degree, five or more years of progressive clinical trial experience can satisfy the advanced-degree equivalent standard under PERM.
Target employers with active PERM filing history
Pharmaceutical companies, contract research organizations, and academic medical centers sponsor clinical research roles most consistently. Use Migrate Mate to filter for employers who have filed PERM applications for Clinical Research Coordinator and Clinical Research Associate job titles specifically.
Verify your role meets specialty occupation criteria
Before accepting an offer, confirm the job description requires a degree in a specific clinical or scientific discipline. Review the O*NET profile for your target job title to identify the standard education and experience benchmarks DOL auditors reference during PERM review.
Check prevailing wage before negotiating your offer
Your employer must pay at or above the DOL-certified prevailing wage for your job zone and location. Run the OFLC Wage Search using your job title and work-site ZIP code so you negotiate with accurate wage level benchmarks before your offer letter is finalized.
Understand how country backlog affects your EB-3 timeline
For EB-3, nationals of India and China face priority date backlogs that can extend wait times significantly. USCIS publishes the Visa Bulletin monthly, and your effective filing date determines when you can adjust status, so factor this into your employment planning.
Request employer PERM sponsorship during the offer stage
Many clinical research employers sponsor green cards but only raise it when candidates ask directly. Bring it up after receiving a written offer, framing it as a retention commitment. Confirm the employer is enrolled in E-Verify, which is required before PERM recruitment can begin.
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Find Clinical Research JobsClinical Research Green Card Sponsorship: Frequently Asked Questions
Do clinical research jobs typically qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Most Clinical Research Associate and Clinical Research Coordinator roles qualify for EB-3 sponsorship as skilled positions requiring a bachelor's degree. Senior roles such as Clinical Research Manager or Medical Monitor, which require a master's degree or equivalent, often qualify for EB-2. Your employer selects the category based on the actual minimum requirements of the position, not your personal credentials.
How does green card sponsorship through PERM differ from H-1B sponsorship for clinical research professionals?
PERM sponsorship leads to permanent residency rather than a temporary work authorization period. Unlike the H-1B, EB-3 green card filings are not subject to an annual lottery, so your employer can file at any time once PERM labor certification is approved. The total timeline from PERM filing through I-140 approval and adjustment of status typically runs two to four years for most countries, though India-born applicants face longer backlogs.
What documentation should I prepare before asking a clinical research employer to sponsor my green card?
Gather official transcripts confirming your degree field, a credential evaluation from a NACES-member organization if your degree is from outside the U.S., and a detailed employment history showing progressive clinical trial experience. If you hold GCP certifications or therapeutic area credentials, include those as well. DOL requires the employer to document that no qualified U.S. worker is available, so your credentials must clearly match the role's minimum requirements.
How can I find clinical research employers that actively sponsor green cards?
Search Migrate Mate to identify clinical research employers with a documented history of PERM filings for your target job titles. Filtering by role and employer lets you focus outreach on organizations that have already gone through the sponsorship process, which significantly shortens the internal approval cycle compared to approaching employers who have never sponsored before.
Can I change employers during the green card process for a clinical research role?
You can change employers, but the rules depend on where you are in the process. Once your I-140 petition has been approved for 180 days or more, federal law allows you to port to a new employer in the same or similar occupational classification without restarting the PERM process. Clinical research roles within the same SOC code generally qualify for portability. If you change employers before the 180-day threshold, your current PERM and I-140 filings do not transfer.
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