We are seeking an experienced Protocol Associate with a strong background in oncology clinical research and clinical trial protocol development. This role supports the coordination, development, and activation of ECOG-ACRIN-sponsored clinical trial protocols on behalf of the ECOG-ACRIN Medical Research Foundation (EAMRF). This position offers the opportunity to work with nationally recognized investigators and contribute to cutting-edge cancer research.

Hybrid Schedule: This position requires working 1–2 days per week in our Boston office, with the remainder of the week working remotely.

Competitive salary of $50,000–$70,000, based on experience

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate all phases of assigned clinical trial protocols, from concept development through study activation.

• Manage protocol development activities, including concept review, protocol preparation, NCI and CIRB submissions, responses, quality control, timeline tracking, and protocol amendments.

• Review, edit, and format protocols and amendments to ensure scientific accuracy, consistency, and compliance.

• Serve as a primary point of contact for disease committee chairs, investigators, and other research collaborators.

• Coordinate and communicate study status changes, including activations, suspensions, amendments, and study closures.

• Maintain protocol development databases, ClinicalTrials.gov records, and internal tracking systems.

• Plan and facilitate monthly disease committee teleconferences, prepare meeting agendas, generate tracking reports, and document action items.

• Prepare concept and Letter of Intent (LOI) submission packets for Executive Committee review.

• Review concepts and LOIs before submission to the Executive Committee, Steering Committee, and the National Cancer Institute (NCI).

• Coordinate protocol review meetings, study concept discussions, and disease-specific working group conference calls.

• Collaborate with investigators, cooperative research groups, the NCI, member institutions, and study coordinators throughout the protocol development process.

• Contribute to the development and maintenance of protocol procedures and departmental documentation.

• Perform database searches, maintain project records, and support additional departmental initiatives as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a life sciences discipline or an equivalent combination of education and relevant professional experience.

• Experience working in an oncology clinical research environment.

• Experience supporting clinical trial protocol development and management is strongly preferred.

• Healthcare or clinical research background.

• Clinical operations and/or clinical data management experience.

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.

• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and database applications.

• Experience with electronic data submission systems is a plus.

• Commitment to accuracy, collaboration, and delivering high-quality work in a fast-paced research environment.

Pay: $50,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)

• 401(k) matching

• Dental insurance

• Flexible spending account

• Health insurance

• Life insurance

• Paid time off

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• oncology clinical research: 2 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Boston, MA 02109 (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Boston, MA 02109