Clinical Research Coordinator

Title: Clinical Research Coordinator

Location: 60 Blossom Street Boston(Edwards Building)

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

GENERAL SUMMARY/ OVERVIEW STATEMENT:

The Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Massachusetts General Hospital seeks a Clinical Research Coordinator I or II to assist with NIH-funded studies related to high-risk pregnancy, impact of maternal pregnancy exposures on offspring neurodevelopment, and maternal immunity in pregnancy and lactation. Under the supervision of the Principal Investigator, the CRC will assist with research study subjects, staff, and collaborators to manage the day-to-day activities of research studies for the Obstetrics team. The CRC works professionally with clinic staff and internal hospital departments to ensure that hospital and clinic protocols are followed. The CRC consistently strives to assure and improve the quality of all aspects of the research program. The position offers significant involvement in an exciting area of research and a collaborative research environment.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Clinical Research Responsibilities: Approaching and recruiting potential participants in obstetrics clinic and on labor and delivery while being respectful of clinical work flow; Scheduling initial and follow-up study visits; conducting study visits that involve obtaining informed consent and completing demographic and attitudinal questionnaires as well as administering educational and clinical interventions as appropriate; coordinating collection of participant samples including delivery samples, and being present to facilitate sample collection which may require some work outside of the standard work day; maintaining confidential, accurate, and detailed records of study visits; acting as a study resource for participants; and performing other miscellaneous research/study visit tasks including kit assembly, at times sample aliquoting or organization, sample location and packing for shipment, freezer organization and mapping, and sample transport/pick up from clinical areas and collaborating laboratories. On site work rather than remote work is a critical part of the position. Work may include sample processing and storage at times. All needed biosafety training and skills training/orientation will be provided. Research coordinator will also be involved in chart review, data management, analysis, manuscript writing, IRB submissions, shipment organization/coordination, and possibly presentation of projects at meetings if interested. Study Coordination and Administrative Responsibilities: Assistance with coordination of study activities and oversight of research activities across the department; Preparation of IRB applications and maintaining appropriate documentation; Maintaining regulatory compliance for studies; monitoring study files; data entry and management; scheduling and attending program and study meetings, creating agendas and compiling minutes for project-related meetings; maintaining study documentation and preparing study progress reports; serving as a liaison with outside co-investigators as well other hospital programs and departments; handling reimbursements for study participant compensation and for other study-related purchases; providing administrative support as needed; assistance with preparation of presentations and manuscripts; performing literature/library searches; participating as a flexible member of the research team in achieving its overall goals, including sample processing at times.

SKILLS/ABILITIES/COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:

The ideal coordinator would be a self-motivated team player with superb time management, organizational, and communication skills. S/he would have strong attention to detail, computer skills, familiarity with statistical methods, ability to travel locally for study visits, willing to be available to facilitate collection of delivery samples; ideally will have a background and/or interest in clinical research.

Requirements:
- Ability to handle a variety of tasks amid shifting priorities.
- Strong analytical skills with a high degree of initiative.
- Creative and highly motivated individual with strong organizational and management skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to multi-task in a dynamic multi-disciplinary research environment.

Qualifications

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. 

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.

 

Additional Job Details (if applicable)
 

Remote Type

Hybrid

 

Work Location

60 Blossom Street
 

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40
 

Employee Type

Regular

 

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

 

Pay Range

$19.76 - $28.44/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. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.
 

EEO Statement:

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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