Clinical Research Coordinator I, Global Enterics Laboratory

Massachusetts General Hospital; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Mass General Brigham seeks a Clinical Research Coordinator I for the Global Enterics Laboratory. The role blends clinical research coordination (25%) with laboratory research duties (75%), including patient recruitment, consent, phlebotomy, and sample processing in a compliant, regulated setting.

The position emphasizes wet-lab work with human-derived samples, data collection, and routine molecular and microbiological techniques to support ongoing and new projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related field required.
• Experience in clinical research preferred.
• Phlebotomy experience preferred or training provided.
• Ability to recruit, screen and consent patients for studies and collect data.

Responsibilities

• Recruit patients for clinical trials and conduct initial interviews.
• Obtain informed consent and schedule study visits.
• Perform phlebotomy and clinical tests as required.
• Process and document samples and maintain regulatory compliance.
• Assist with data entry, data organization and QA/QC procedures.
• Maintain lab space and assist with wet lab experiments using human samples.

Skills

Patient recruitment

Informed consent

Phlebotomy

Data management

Interpersonal communication

Lab techniques

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

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 Global Enterics Laboratory's Clinical Research Coordinator I position combines Clinical Research Coordination (25%) and Laboratory Research Technician responsibilities (75%).

Daily responsibilities include patient recruitment, enrollment, informed consent, and blood collection for clinical studies, along with processing and documentation of samples in compliance with regulatory standards.

The majority of time will be spent conducting wet lab experiments using human-derived samples to support ongoing and new research projects, including routine molecular and microbiological techniques, data collection, and lab maintenance.

Candidates should have prior bench research experience; phlebotomy experience is preferred, but training will be provided. This position is ideal for individuals interested in bridging patient-facing clinical research with hands-on laboratory investigation.

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.

Qualifications

Education

Bachelor's Degree Related Field of Study required

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?

Yes

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.

For more information about the lab:

https://www.massgeneral.org/medicine/infectious-diseases/research-and-initiatives/harris-and-larocque-laboratory

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Remote Type

Hybrid

Work Location

55 Fruit Street

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:

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