Clinical Research Coordinator I

Mass General Brigham•Boston, MA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Clinical Research Coordinator I assists with clinical research studies by following established policies, procedures, and study protocols. The position supports randomized clinical trials of osteoporosis treatments and research on how weight-loss therapies affect bone health and fracture risk. Working with the Calcium and Skeletal Health Unit and the hospital’s Clinical Research Center, the coordinator helps recruit and retain study subjects, collect and organize patient data, schedule study visits, conduct study procedures, and process study-generated data. The role is closely supervised by physician-researcher Dr. Elaine Yu while requiring self-directed work. The position offers mentorship from physicians and is part of a unit that promotes a healthy, supportive work environment through social gatherings, educational seminars, and career-development resources.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a related field; experience may be accepted in lieu of a degree.
Some relevant research project work; 0–1 year preferred.
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.
Applicants completing a bachelor’s degree may provide degree-equivalency verification within six months of hire, or within one year if starting per diem.

Nice To Haves

Some relevant research project work (0–1 year preferred).

Responsibilities

Review proposals for compliance with sponsor and organizational guidelines and verify sponsor requirements are met.
Recruit patients for clinical trials and conduct phone interviews.
Interview study subjects and assist with their evaluation and consent.
Verify study-form accuracy and update forms according to protocol.
Prepare data for analysis and enter data.
Document patient visits and procedures.
Schedule patients for study visits.
Perform clinical tests such as phlebotomy and EKGs.
Maintain and update data generated by the study.
Assist with regulatory binders and quality assurance and quality control procedures.
Assist with study regulatory submissions.
Help recruit and retain study subjects and process data generated by study subjects.