Research Assistant I, Radiology, Dorbala Lab

Massachusetts General Hospital; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Cardiac Imaging Research Assistant to join their innovative team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking cardiac imaging research, working closely with a team of professionals in a dynamic clinical environment. You will coordinate multicenter studies, assist with patient recruitment, and ensure compliance with research protocols. Ideal candidates will possess strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a passion for advancing medical research. Join us to make a meaningful impact in the field of cardiac imaging and patient care.

Qualifications

• New graduates with relevant coursework are preferred.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail are essential.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate multicenter studies and assist in clinical trials.
• Recruit and evaluate potential study patients for trials.
• Maintain patient data and ensure compliance with regulations.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Attention to Detail

Computer Literacy

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Science

Tools

Database Tools

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.

Anika Saxena is applying for this position in Sharmila Dorbala's Lab.

Job Summary

This is Cardiac Imaging Research Assistant position starting June 1, 2025. The research assistant (RA), working under the supervision of the study Principal Investigator and following established policies and procedures, provides assistance for cardiac imaging research studies (echocardiography, magnetic resonance imaging, Positron Emission Tomography, and Single Photon Emission Computed Tomography). The RA will work in clinical areas of BWH and will require strong organization skills, professionalism, self-motivation and an ability to work independently. There will be training in all required tasks initially and throughout the project.

Qualifications

The RA may be responsible for the following activities: recruiting and evaluating suitability of potential participants for clinical trials; collecting, entering and organizing patient data;
scheduling patients for study visits; submitting paperwork to provide checks for subject payment, contacting patients in follow up; and, maintaining and updating imaging and research data; and aides the PI in the IRB submission process.

Molecular imaging and novel investigational new drug therapy studies will be included.

The RA may need to travel locally to Boston area medical institutions including but not limited to Boston University, Tufts Medical Center and Massachusetts General Hospital.

Key Responsibilities:

• The RA will be responsible for coordinating a multicenter study (6+ sites) and may rarely have to travel to the sites (
• Assist PI to coordinate research efforts for study protocols • Recruit and evaluate potential study patients. Per protocol instruction, conducts telephone interviews or schedules patient for study visit and screening.
• Assist in all aspects of clinical trials, such as IRB preparation, IND applications, patient scheduling, budget preparation, and maintains patient accrual information in a database.
• Answer any phone calls and inquiries regarding study protocol. Refers participants when appropriate to supervisor or clinical staff.
• The RA may need to travel locally to Boston University, Tufts medical center or Massachusetts General Hospital.
• Assist in coordination of activities of research studies with ensuring image archival, coordinating activities of the Nuclear
  Technologists and Information Systems Manager related to the studies.
• Complete study Case Report Forms, image reports, record maintenance and completion of study queries. Available during monitoring visits to review CRFs, source documents and protocols. Respond to sponsor requests for more comprehensive study information, clarifying materials or addressing queries. Work cooperatively with study sponsor to ensure that good
  clinical practices (GCP) and a strict adherence to HIPAA guidelines are being followed.
• Responsible for marketing and educating residents and fellows about ongoing trials. Disseminates inclusion/exclusion
  materials and information to nurses and physicians who help to identify trial subjects within the hospital. Sends compiled study
  reports and serves as primary contact for primary care physicians.
• Understand Radiology Information System and Hospital Information System to track research study completion and reporting
  by the PI.
• Work in concert with the clinical teams taking care of the inpatient study subjects for potential recruitment.
  Work closely with Research Administration and Partners IRB with regard to coordination of all regulatory and compliance
  activities of clinical trial projects.
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  Work in concert with the Research Manager, Chief of the Division and Principal Investigators to develop and implement patient
  recruitment strategies.
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  Minimal exposure to ionizing radiation occurs when in direct contact with research subjects injected with radioactive tracers.
  Maintains current training on hazards within the department, adheres to safety standards established by Brigham & Women's
  Hospital and other regulatory agencies (ionizing radiation, universal precaution

Education
Bachelor's Degree Science required

Experience
New grad with some relevant coursework 0-1 year preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Good interpersonal and communication skills.
- Careful attention to detail.
- Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize a variety of tasks.
- Computer literacy including database tool.
- Ability to follow directions and exhibit professionalism.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

75 Francis Street

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 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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