Lead Imaging Research Technologist

Full Time Medical Imaging Research Technologist

Job Description

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. Under the direction of the Imaging Research Manager, the Lead Imaging Research Technologist (LIRT) is responsible for the execution of imaging research-related duties and facilitating specific requirements associated with clinical research protocols. The LIRT will facilitate and advance the field of clinical research, and cancer imaging technologies. The LIRT will collaborate with various teams including clinical imaging staff, research teams, industry teams, and clinical research organizations (CROs) in the startup of Imaging clinical trials, management of existing trials, and meeting the compliance requirements and timelines associated with each trial. The LIRT will participate in several aspects of clinical research trials including, but not limited to, protocol review, imaging device qualification procedures, staff training, imaging data management, and report generation for clinical trials. The LIRT will work with Imaging staff, Principal Investigators, Imaging faculty, and research staff to create and sustain a culture that fosters excellence, impact, and discovery of innovative and novel approaches towards the eradication of cancer and related diseases. The LIRT’s primary duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following: Under the direction of the Imaging Research Manager and in collaboration with Principal Investigators (PI), clinical leaders, CROs, clinical research staff, and Imaging teams the LIRT identifies, establishes, and organizes DFCI Imaging research projects, including research protocol review, identifying imaging acquisition/processing protocols and any imaging procedures that are not standard-of-care, and maintaining high-quality patient data in accordance with departmental technical research requirements Oversees DFCI Department of Imaging technical efforts related to research activities to ensure compliance with protocol specific, institutional, and regulatory guidelines Works with PIs and other clinical and research staff to extract information from databases and analyze in electronic spreadsheets, lead and/or assist in the creation and submission of research reports, including scientific abstracts, posters, manuscripts, and presentations Maintains and oversees compliance with departmental technical research policies and procedures, leads all research quality assurance/improvement initiatives, and provides oversight of technologist related research activities; serves as main contact for research technical questions from DFCI staff and outside vendors. Coordinates receipt, storage, preparation, administration and disposal of research radiopharmaceuticals and medications associated with departmental research protocols in accordance with FDA, CMS, and other applicable regulatory, accreditation (e.g., ACR) and institutional guidelines Assists with distributing, and completing Clinical Trial Imaging Data Technical Forms, oversees completion of Protocol Summary Sheets and imaging scanner protocols for CT, MRI, Nuclear Medicine, and PET/CT (X-ray, Ultrasound, and Mammography if needed). Collaborates/communicates with designated technologists of each modality for research activities at both Longwood and Chestnut Hill campuses. Generates and maintains periodic reports, including, but not limited to, patient trackers, startup activities of new trials, generation of monthly “start-up report” for chargeback, and phantom submissions. Maintains additional certifications required to perform clinical research activities, including but not limited to Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative (CITI Program); Good Clinical Practice (GCP); and National Cancer Institute Cancer Therapy Evaluation Program Registration and Credential Repository Registration (NCI CTEP RCR) Associate Plus status. Other duties as directed SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: none PATIENT CONTACT: Indirect patient contact. The Lead Imaging Research Technologist may work with patients in gathering feedback/results, or other project related activities associated with clinical research trials. 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. 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. MINIMUM JOB QUALIFICATIONS: Must be a graduate of an accredited program of an imaging technology program (e.g., Radiography, Nuclear Medicine) Current imaging registration and/or certification (e.g., ARRT, NMTCB, ARDMS, etc.) Current Massachusetts Radiologic Technologist License (not required if only certified/registered in MRI or Ultrasound) Bachelor of Science or closely related degree preferred' 2-3 years of clinical imaging experience and clinical research experience preferred KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED: Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communications skills to effectively work with various clinical and research teams. Strong quantitative, analytical, problem-solving and organizational skills are required. Attention to detail is a must. Ability to organize/analyze data and prepare trial/project outcome results for scientific abstract submissions, publishing peer-reviewed journals, and presenting at professional society and internal meetings. Advanced knowledge of medical imaging, clinical research, and regulatory/accreditation compliance. Ability to work independently and cross-functionally. EEOC Poster

Employment Type

Full time