Clinical Research Coord I

UMass Chan; Worcester (MA); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(a) retirement plan

Voluntary 403(b) plan

Job summary

A prestigious medical school in Worcester, MA, is looking for a Clinical Research Coordinator I to manage research activities involving human subjects. Responsibilities include obtaining consent, scheduling participant visits, maintaining regulatory documentation, and ensuring compliance with all protocols. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in a scientific or health-related field and 0-1 year of experience. The position offers a hybrid work model with a salary range of $40,000 to $48,000 annually.

Qualifications

• 0-1 year of related experience.

Responsibilities

• Obtain consent of research participants according to protocols.
• Schedule and conduct study visits and interviews.
• Maintain all regulatory documentation.
• Document and collect data for research procedures.
• Ensure compliance with study protocols.

Skills

Ability to travel off site locations

Education

Bachelor's degree in a scientific or health related field

Job description

Clinical Research Coordinator I

Job Number: 2025-49048

Category: Research

Location: Worcester, MA

Shift: Day

Exempt/Non-Exempt: Non Exempt

Business Unit: UMass Chan Medical School

Department: School - Populat & Quantitive Hlth Sci - W455000

Job Type: Full-Time

Post Date: Dec. 10, 2025

Work Location: Hybrid

Salary: USD $40,000.00 - $48,000.00 per year

Under the direction of the Principal Investigator (PI) or designee, the Clinical Research Coordinator I is responsible for independently performing delegated tasks and procedures involving human subject research. This work includes coordination of regulatory activities and aspects of collection and management of data for research protocols related to treatment, ancillary services, and prevention practices.

Responsibilities

• Obtain consent of research participants in accordance with the IRB approved protocols and all applicable regulations including HIPAA
• Identify, schedule and/or conduct participant study visits, interviews, and tests
• Maintain all regulatory documentation, including local or central IRB and study data. Provide data/support to study Investigators, sponsors and/or external monitors/auditors
• Identify issues with protocol compliance. Keep principal investigator and manager aware of any issues regarding compliance
• Document and collect data and/or samples for research related procedures performed during participant study visits
• Ensure clinicians and/or PI accurately document their study activities according to protocol
• Track and maintain study enrollment and completion of milestones
• Assist with financial/operational aspects of grant and contracts. May be responsible for clinical research billing review within the required timeframe
• Track and maintain study related information in the data management system within the required timeframe
• Responsible for monitoring the inventory of research related supplies
• Participate in grant preparation, manuscript writing, data presentations and Institutional Review Board (IRB) processes
• Provide detailed written summaries from literature searches and related sources to serve as a resource for the study team and clinicians/PIs
• Present study status reports related to assigned research projects
• Participate in the design, development, and documentation of study related data and collection tools (e.g., questionnaires, treatment data and/or therapeutic checklists)
• Maintain strict adherence to all study protocols, including all regulatory requirements adhering to appropriate federal, local and institutional guidelines
• Comply with all safety and infection control standards appropriate to this position
• Adhere with established policies, health and safety regulations and requirements, procedures, and department objectives
• Adhere to Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines and all human subject protection practices
• Must practice discretion and adhere to school and hospital confidentiality at all times
• Perform other duties as required

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a scientific or health related field, or equivalent experience
• 0-1 year of related experience
• Ability to travel off site locations

Benefits

In addition to base pay, UMass Chan offers a comprehensive Total Rewards package, which includes paid time off, medical, dental, and vision coverage, and participation in a 401(a)-retirement plan, with the option to contribute to a voluntary 403(b) plan.

UMass Chan welcomes all qualified applicants and complies with all state and federal anti-discrimination laws.