Clinical Research Coordinator - Bilingual Spanish/English

The General Hospital Corporation; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Mass General Brigham's Neurology Department seeks a full-time, bilingual (English/Spanish) Clinical Research Coordinator to support ongoing and future studies. Primary duties include implementing protocols, administering neuropsychological tests to elderly subjects, documenting data, and assisting with other research tasks.

Strong interpersonal skills and team collaboration are essential. The CRC will assist with recruitment, scheduling, and conducting visits for both English-speaking and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in a related field.
• Experience in clinical research or trials is beneficial.
• Strong interpersonal and communication abilities necessary.

Responsibilities

• Implement study protocols and administer neuropsychological tests.
• Recruit, schedule, and conduct visits for English-speaking and Spanish-speaking participants.
• Maintain accurate documentation and data entry for studies.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Computer literacy

Ability to follow directions

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

Bachelor's Degree Related Field of Study

Job description

Job Summary

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.

The Massachusetts General Hospital Department of Neurology is seeking a full-time, bilingual (English/Spanish) Clinical Research Coordinator to assist with the operation of current, ongoing research studies as well as assist with the operation of future studies. Primary responsibilities include implementing study protocols, administering neuropsychological tests to elderly subjects with or without cognitive problems, maintaining accurate documentation, and assisting with other research tasks as needed. We are seeking a highly motivated clinical research coordinator with strong interpersonal skills necessary to interact with elderly subjects. The ideal applicant should have the drive and enthusiasm to be an integral part of a team that is working to better understand brain aging and neurodegenerative diseases.

The CRC will help with recruiting, scheduling and conducting all the visit tasks described above for both English-speaking and Spanish-speaking research participants.

Following established policies, procedures, and study protocols, provides assistance on clinical research studies, including recruiting, evaluating, and consenting patients for studies; collecting and organizing patient data; scheduling patients for study visits; performing clinical tests such as phlebotomy, EKGs, etc.; and maintaining and updating data generated by the study. Candidates who are in the process of completing their bachelor's degree have a six‑month grace period from their hire date (up to one year if starting on a per diem basis) to provide degree equivalency verification.

Essential Functions

• Reviews proposals for compliance with sponsor and organizational guidelines; verifies that all sponsor requirements are met.
• Recruiting patients for clinical trials and conducting phone interviews.
• Verifies the accuracy of study forms and updates them per protocol.
• Prepares data for analysis and data entry.
• Documents patient visits and procedures.
• Assists with regulatory binders and QA/QC Procedures.
• Assists with interviewing study subjects.
• Assists with study regulator submissions.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's Degree Related Field of Study required

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? Yes

Licenses and Credentials

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

Remote Type: Onsite

Work Location: 149 Thirteenth Street Building 149

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Employee Type: Regular

Work Shift: Day (United States of America)

Pay Range: $21.00 - $29.01/Hourly

Grade: 5

At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth.

EEO Statement:

1200 The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensur