Clinical Research Coordinator I--Endocrinology

Mass General Brigham Health Plan, Inc.; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Clinical Research Coordinator I to support vital clinical research in endocrinology. In this role, you will be responsible for recruiting patients, managing data, and ensuring compliance with research protocols. You'll play a crucial part in advancing medical knowledge and patient care while working alongside a diverse team dedicated to innovation and excellence. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking research that can change lives. If you're detail-oriented, organized, and passionate about clinical research, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Assist with clinical research studies following guidelines and protocols.
• Responsible for IRB submissions and maintaining patient information database.

Responsibilities

• Recruit and evaluate patients for studies, schedule visits, and collect data.
• Interact with patients, educate them about the study, and maintain records.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Organizational Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Computer Literacy

Knowledge of Clinical Research Protocols

Education

Bachelor's Degree (BA or BS)

Tools

EPIC

Job description

Clinical Research Coordinator I--Endocrinology

Clinical Research Coordinator I--Endocrinology

Apply remote type Onsite locations Boston-MA time type Full time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago job requisition id RQ4014478 Site: The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc.

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

Under moderate supervision of the Principal Investigator, Senior Research Assistant or Manager, the Clinical Research Coordinator I is responsible for a variety of activities in support of clinical research studies. These responsibilities include recruiting and evaluating patients for studies; collecting and organizing patient data; scheduling patients for study visits; maintaining and updating data generated by the study and IRB applications.

Qualifications

1. To provide assistance on clinical research studies as per studies guidelines and protocols.
2. Is responsible for the Institutional Review Board submissions and other regulatory forms as well as adhering to the timelines of the study start-up process.
3. To assist with the development of the informed consent documents, source documents and other documents as applicable.
4. To recruit and evaluate potential study patients. Per protocol instruction, conducts telephone interviews or schedules patients for study visits and screenings.
5. To interact with patients/subjects with regards to study, including patient education, procedural instruction, and follow-up. May serve as a liaison between patient and physician.
6. Is responsible for collecting data and maintaining patient information database for study. Maybe required to input data, do minimum analysis and run various reports. Maintains patient’s records as part of record keeping function.
7. To understand and proficiently communicate all components of research documents, such as protocol, informed consent, investigator brochure and research instructions.
8. Is responsible for mailing various study information or packets to study participants.
9. To answer any phone calls and inquiries regarding study protocol. Refers participants to principal investigator or co-investigators.
10. To monitor and set up any needed equipment.
11. To interact with study monitors, scheduling monitoring visits as indicated and providing timely responses to study queries.
12. To communicate with study participant’s clinical care providers as needed and document research visits within the electronic health record, EPIC, in compliance with institutional policies.
13. To maintain inventory and orders supplies when necessary.
14. To contribute to a research team environment, serving as back-up coordinator to support other studies in department, cross-training/peer-mentoring other team members and contributing to research meetings.
15. All other duties as assigned.

Education: Bachelor's Degree (BA or BS)

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No

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: 221 Longwood Avenue

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Employee Type: Regular

Work Shift: Day (United States of America)

EEO Statement: The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. 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. 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.

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