Clinical Research Coordinator

Mass General Brigham; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative healthcare organization seeks a Clinical Research Coordinator to manage and coordinate clinical studies focused on Major Depressive Disorder. This role provides invaluable experience for those interested in psychology, public health, or medicine. You will work closely with a diverse team, conducting patient screenings, data management, and regulatory tasks. The position is ideal for new graduates eager to enter the field of clinical research and contribute to groundbreaking studies. Join a dynamic environment that values diversity and inclusion, and be part of a mission-driven team making a significant impact in patient care and research.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; relevant course/project work accepted.
• New graduates with no prior research experience will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate clinical studies as part of the research team.
• Screen patients, perform data entry, and assist with patient care.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Computer literacy

Knowledge of clinical research protocols

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

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Clinical Research Coordinator

Apply remote type Hybrid locations Boston-MA time type Full time posted on Posted 6 Days Ago job requisition id RQ4002541 Site: The General Hospital Corporation

At Mass General Brigham, we know it takes a surprising range of talented professionals to advance our mission—from doctors, nurses, business people and tech experts, to dedicated researchers and systems analysts. As a not-for-profit organization, Mass General Brigham is committed to supporting patient care, research, teaching, and service to the community. We place great value on being a diverse, equitable and inclusive organization as we aim to reflect the diversity of the patients we serve.

At Mass General Brigham, we believe a diverse set of backgrounds and lived experiences makes us stronger by challenging our assumptions with new perspectives that can drive revolutionary discoveries in medical innovations in research and patient care. Therefore, we invite and welcome applicants from traditionally underrepresented groups in healthcare — people of color, people with disabilities, LGBTQ community, and/or gender expansive, first and second-generation immigrants, veterans, and people from different socioeconomic backgrounds – to apply.

Job Summary

The Depression Clinical and Research Program is part of the Outpatient Psychiatry Division of the Massachusetts General Hospital. The Program is investigating the efficacy and safety of treatments for Major Depressive Disorder and related disorders while seeking to learn more about the causes and course of these diseases. This position will provide invaluable experience for anyone interested in pursuing graduate study in the fields of psychology, public health, or medicine.

Qualifications

GENERAL SUMMARY/ OVERVIEW STATEMENT: The Depression Clinical and Research Program is part of the Outpatient Psychiatry Division of the Massachusetts General Hospital. The Program is investigating the efficacy and safety of treatments for Major Depressive Disorder and related disorders while seeking to learn more about the causes and course of these diseases.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Research Coordinators are responsible for managing and coordinating the clinical studies as members of the research team.
2. This involves screening patients for study eligibility, data entry and analysis, manuscript preparation, and clinical laboratory work such as phlebotomy and EKG administration.
3. Research Coordinators will work closely with the physicians and psychologists on staff in managing patient care throughout the studies.
4. Additional responsibilities include:

• Collects & organizes patient data
• Maintains records and databases
• Uses software programs to generate graphs and reports
• Assists with recruiting patients for clinical trials
• Obtains patient study data from medical records, physicians, etc.
• Conducts library searches
• Verifies accuracy of study forms
• Updates study forms per protocol
• Documents patient visits and procedures
• Assists with regulatory binders and QA/QC procedures
• Assists with interviewing study subjects
• Administers and scores questionnaires
• Provides basic explanation of study and in some cases obtains informed consent from subjects
• Performs study procedures, which will include phlebotomy
• Assists with study regulatory submissions
• Writes consent forms
• Verifies subject inclusion/exclusion criteria
• Performs administrative support duties as required

SKILLS/ABILITIES/COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:

• Careful attention to details
• Good organizational skills
• Ability to follow directions
• Good communication skills
• Computer literacy
• Working knowledge of clinical research protocols
• Ability to demonstrate respect and professionalism for subjects’ rights and individual needs

EDUCATION:

- Bachelor’s degree required

EXPERIENCE:

- New graduates with some relevant course/project work or those without any prior research experience will be considered for the Clinical Research Coordinator I position outlined above.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY (if applicable):

- A Clinical Research Coordinator I does not have any supervisory responsibility.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Remote Type Hybrid

Work Location 15 New Chardon Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours 40

Employee Type Regular

Work Shift Day (United States of America)

EEO Statement:

The General Hospital Corporation is an Affirmative Action Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law.

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