Clinical Research Asst - MRA

Mass General Brigham • Belmont, MA

3d • $22 - $29 • Onsite

About The Position

Working under the supervision of a Senior Research Assistant, Manager, or Principal Investigator and following established policies and procedures, the Clinical Research Assistant provides assistance on clinical research studies. A supervisor is available to handle unusual situations and regularly reviews the progress of the work. The position does not require patient care.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required; experience cannot be substituted for the degree.
• 0–1 year of related experience.
• Careful attention to detail.
• Good organizational skills.
• Ability to follow directions.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Basic computer skills for using electronic or online systems for communication and clinical and administrative purposes.
• Working knowledge of clinical research protocols.
• Ability to demonstrate respect and professionalism for subjects' rights and individual needs.
• Ability to work independently under close supervision.

Responsibilities

• Collect and organize patient data.
• Maintain records and databases.
• Use software programs to generate graphs and reports.
• Recruit patients for clinical trials, conduct phone interviews, and schedule patient visits.
• Obtain patient study data from medical records, physicians, and other sources.
• Conduct library searches.
• Perform administrative support duties as required.
• Verify the accuracy of study forms and update them according to protocol.
• Prepare data for analysis and data entry.
• Assist with formal audits of data.
• Document patient visits and procedures.
• Assist with regulatory binders and QA/QC procedures.
• Assist with interviewing study subjects.
• Administer and score questionnaires.
• Provide basic explanations of studies and, in some cases, obtain informed consent from subjects.
• Perform study procedures such as phlebotomy.
• Assist with study regulatory submissions.
• Write consent forms.
• Verify subject inclusion and exclusion criteria.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits.
• Career advancement opportunities.
• Differentials, premiums, and bonuses as applicable.
• Recognition programs designed to celebrate contributions and support professional growth.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level