Clinical Research Coordinator I, Center for Clinical Investigation

Brigham and Women's Hospital; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

The Brigham and Women's Hospital is seeking a clinical research coordinator to support recruitment and data management for clinical trials. You will screen participants, schedule visits, and assist with regulatory documentation while coordinating with the PI and research staff.

Hybrid work location at Mass General Brigham sites; 40-hour weeks; pay range information reflects entry-to-mid level responsibilities, with emphasis on accuracy and participant safety.

Qualifications

• BS OR BA required, equivalent experience or research certification acceptable.
• Some knowledge of medical terminology, clinical practice and/or research studies highly desired.
• Sound independent judgment and willingness to learn competence in research methodologies a must.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates implementation of sponsored clinical research studies.
• Initiates and maintains recruitment contact with study participants.
• Develops and implements patient recruitment strategies with PI/Manager.
• Supports administrative duties integral to CCI/RCNet programs.
• Interacts with patients for education and procedural instruction.
• Maintains study forms, data validation, and prepares reports.
• Handles regulatory paperwork for IRB approval with manager.
• Addresses participant inquiries and communicates with PI(s).
• Ensures regular communication with the PI about the trial.

Skills

Independence

Interpersonal skills

Oral & written communication

Analytical skills

Computer literacy

Organization

Attention to detail

Professionalism

Data management knowledge

Education

BS OR BA

Tools

Data management software

Job description

Site: The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc.

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

Working under general supervision from a manager, lead coordinator or Principal Investigator, provides support to clinical research studies. May be responsible for the following activities: screening and scheduling potential participants for clinical trials, developing and implementing patient recruitment strategies, performing applicable clinical tests such as phlebotomy, ECGs, etc, maintaining and updating data generated by the study, assisting in the team effort of making judgment of suitability of potential participants for clinical trials, assorted administrative work on patient documents, folders and research projects.

Qualifications

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Coordinates the implementation, both internally and externally, of sponsored clinical research studies.
• Initiates and maintains recruitment contact with study participants. Responsible for screening applicants, ensuring they meet appropriate criteria, and makes independent judgement as to the suitability of their participation. May be required to perform clinical tests such as phlebotomy, ECGs, etc.
• Working in concert with Principal Investigator and/or Research Manager, and experienced coordinators to develop and implement patient recruitment strategies.
• Working in conjunction with RCNet Manager and CCI Administrative Director on miscellaneous administrative duties integral to CCI/RCNet programs.
• Interacts with patients/subjects with regard to the study, including patient education, procedural instruction, follow-up. Serves as a liaison between patient and physician, and as a resource for participants and their families.
• Responsible for collection of data and maintaining patient information databases for the study. Develops, organizes, and/or maintains the study forms. Responsible for data validation and quality control, data entry into CRFs, if applicable. May be required to input data, and do minimal analysis and run various reports.
• In conjunction with Research Manager completed regulatory paperwork for institutional review board approval.
• Responsible for mailing various study information or packets to study participants.
• Answers phone calls and inquires regarding the study protocol. Refers participants when appropriate to principal and co-investigators.
• Communicates regularly with the PI(s) about all aspects of the research trial.
• Responsible for collection data and maintaining patient information databases for the study. Develops, organizes, and/or maintains the study forms. Responsible for data validation and quality control, data entry into CRFs, if applicable. May be required to input data and do minimal analysis and run various reports.
• In conjunction with Research Manager completed regulatory paperwork for institutional review board approval.
• Responsible for mailing various study information or packets to study participants.
• Answers phone calls and inquires regarding the study protocol. Refers participants when appropriate to principal and co-investigators. Communicates regularly with the PI(s) about all aspects of the research trial.

Qualifications - External

QUALIFICATIONS:

• BS OR BA required, equivalent experience or research certification acceptable as well
• Some knowledge of medical terminology, clinical practice and/or research studies highly desired.
• Sound independent judgment and willingness to learn competence in research methodologies a must.

SKILLS/ ABILITIES/ COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:

• Abilityto work independently.
• Excellent interpersonal skills are required for working with the study participants.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Analytical skills and the ability to resolve technical or research problems and issues and to interpret the acceptability of data results.
• High degree of computer literacy.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize a variety of tasks.
• Careful attention to detail.
• Ability to demonstrate professionalism and respect for subjects rights and individual needs.
• Knowledge of data management programs.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

General fast paced office, clinical, and laboratory environment. Candidate may be required to work in multiple locations within the hospital. The candidate will be required to handle biological specimens and follow universal precautions for blood and pathogen protection. He/she will also handle various pieces of electronic equipment. Some heavy lifting and/or transporting may be necessary from time to time.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Additional Job Description

Remote Type

Hybrid

Work Location

221 Longwood Avenue

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

$21.00 - $29.01/Hourly

Grade

5At 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:

2200 The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. 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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