Clinical Research Coordinator

Massachusetts General Hospital; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 29,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Mass General Brigham invites applications for a Clinical Research Coordinator I to support oncology trials. Under supervision, you will schedule protocol tests, coordinate patient care, and assist with data collection and regulatory compliance.

This role involves direct patient contact and ambulatory settings. A BA/BS degree is required; 0-1 year of research experience is preferred, with strong attention to detail, communication, and computer literacy.

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree required.
• Some relevant research project work 0-1 year preferred.
• Working knowledge of clinical research protocols and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assist clinical team in screening potential patients for study participation.
• Schedule all protocol required tests and procedures.
• Coordinate patient appointments with physicians, nurses, and test areas.
• Coordinate and schedule clinical safety laboratory specimen draws and ensure timely results.
• Prepare pre-visit communication for providers to ensure required assessments are completed.
• Maintain point of contact communication with enrolled patients and assist with front line questions.
• Develop protocol specific flow charts and intake sheets for data capture.
• Coordinate, obtain, process, and ship protocol required tissue samples.
• Ensure collection and processing of correlative research blood samples with SPL coordination.
• Obtain vital signs and perform EKGs as required for studies.
• Administer quality of life assessments as required for studies.
• Scan and certify research documents.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Computer literacy

Clinical research protocols

Teamwork

Education

BA/BS degree

Job description

Site: The General Hospital Corporation
Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Job Summary

The Clinical Research Coordinator I (CRC I) works under general supervision to support the team in enrolling eligible patients on oncology clinical trials. The CRC I will be responsible for scheduling all protocol mandated tests required to comply with institutional and federal regulations governing clinical research. This position involves direct patient contact.

Principal Duties And Responsibilities

• Assist clinical team in screening potential patients for study participation
• Schedule all protocol required tests and procedures
• Coordinate patient appointments with physicians, nurses, and all test areas
• Coordinate and schedule clinical safety laboratory specimen draws and ensure timely results are available to providers
• Prepare pre-visit communication for providers to ensure required assessments are completed and documented
• Maintain point of contact communication with enrolled patients and assist with front line questions regarding study participation
• Develop protocol specific flow charts, intake sheets, and other tools to ensure protocol compliance and proper data acquisition
• Coordinate, obtain, process, and ship protocol required tissue samples
• Ensure collection and processing (e.g. spin/separate/freeze) of all required correlative research blood samples with the coordination of the MGH Sample Processing Lab (SPL)
• Obtain vital signs and perform EKGs as required for individual studies
• Administer quality of life assessments as required for individual studies
• Scans in research documents and certifies these documents as copies

Skills/Abilities/Competencies Required

• Careful attention to detail
• 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

• BA/BS degree required

Experience

• None

Supervisory Responsibilities

• None

Working Conditions

• Duties will primarily be performed in an ambulatory/clinical office setting

Qualifications

Education

Bachelor's Degree Related Field of Study required

Experience

Some relevant research project work 0-1 year preferred

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

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

Additional Job Details (if Applicable)

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

32 Fruit Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

$21 - $29.01/Hourly

Grade

5

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