Clinical Research Coordinator I

Mass General Brigham; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Mass General Brigham is seeking a Clinical Research Coordinator to support clinical studies by recruiting, evaluating, and consenting patients; collecting and organizing data; and scheduling visits. Candidates with a bachelor's degree may have a grace period to provide degree verification.

The role includes reviewing study proposals, maintaining regulatory binders, and coordinating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure protocol compliance and high-quality data collection.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related field required.
• Experience in clinical research preferred.
• Attention to detail and organizational skills essential.
• Ability to follow directions and work independently.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Familiarity with Excel and statistical software.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Interpersonal and communication skills

Follow directions and independence

Excel

Clinical research protocols knowledge

Education

Bachelor's Degree Related Field of Study

Tools

Excel

Statistical programming software

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 Summary

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.

Does this position require Patient Care?

No

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: Advanced attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to follow directions and intellectual independence and initiative
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Computer literacy, particularly excel, familiarity with statistical programming software
• Working knowledge of clinical research protocols.
• Ability to demonstrate respect and professionalism for subjects' rights and individual needs.

Additional Job Details (if applicable) The Medical Practice Evaluation Center (MPEC) is seeking a Clinical Research Coordinator with a strong computer programming background to work with an internationally recognized multidisciplinary team from Massachusetts General Hospital dedicated to improving clinical outcomes, increasing value in health policy, and informing global public health through innovative research, collaboration, and education. MPEC is a dynamic, results-oriented, and diverse group that values the unique contribution of its Research Assistants. Responsibilities may include, for example:

• Participate in simulation model development and design
• Execute simulation model runs to address critical policy research questions
• Extract model projections and summarize findings in tables
• Create publication-quality visualizations, dashboards, and decision-support tools that effectively communicate model output and analytical results
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary domestic and international scientists to assess datasets, develop modeling methodologies, design research questions, and present model findings to policymakers, collaborators, and community partners
• Assist in writing abstracts and designing posters for submission to research conferences
• Present study results to project teams and external stakeholders
• Assist with the preparation of Data Use Agreements, Institutional Review Board (IRB) applications, and related documents regarding the protection of human subjects
• Perform systematic literature reviews and synthesize relevant data
• Help prepare grant applications
• Provide administrative support as needed, including organizing meetings and preparing slides for lectures and seminars

Remote Type Hybrid Work Location 100 Cambridge Street 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 ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

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