Clinical Research Coordinator I

Mass General Brigham • Lexington, KY

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Lurie Center for Autism, a Mass General Brigham program based in Lexington, seeks a Research Coordinator I to support a portfolio of clinical research trials and projects related to Williams syndrome and other neurodevelopmental conditions. Working under the supervision of the Principal Investigator, the coordinator participates in all phases of clinical research, including study initiation, monitoring, completion, and reporting. Activities follow established policies, procedures, study protocols, Standard Operating Procedures, and Good Clinical Practice guidelines.

The role supports clinical studies through participant recruitment and interviews, study-visit coordination, data collection and management, documentation, and regulatory and quality-assurance activities. The position balances participant-facing work with data-management, regulatory, and administrative responsibilities and involves coordinating with investigators, study staff, sponsors, collaborators, participants, and families. The ideal candidate is proactive, organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing study activities independently while communicating effectively with the research team.

This onsite role is based at 1 Maguire Road and is scheduled for 40 hours per week on the day shift. A bachelor's degree is required. Candidates completing their degree may have six months from hire (or up to one year if starting per diem) to provide degree-equivalency verification. A commitment of at least two years is strongly preferred. Strong candidates should submit a cover letter describing their interest, relevant experience, and how the role aligns with their professional and academic goals.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required; candidates completing a bachelor's degree have a six-month grace period from hire to provide degree-equivalency verification, extended to up to one year if starting per diem.
• 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.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with children, adults, and families.
• Ability to balance participant-facing interactions with data-management, regulatory, and administrative responsibilities.
• Ability to work independently while communicating effectively with participants, investigators, and research team members.

Nice To Haves

• At least a two-year commitment is strongly preferred.
• A cover letter highlighting interest in the position, relevant experience, and alignment with professional and academic goals is requested for strong candidates.
• Interest in careers in medicine, psychology, neuroscience, genetic counseling, public health, or clinical research.

Responsibilities

• Review proposals for compliance with sponsor and organizational guidelines and verify that sponsor requirements are met.
• Recruit participants for clinical research studies and conduct phone interviews.
• Monitor participant enrollment, study progress, and protocol compliance, escalating concerns to investigators as appropriate.
• Verify the accuracy of study forms and update them according to protocol.
• Prepare data for analysis and data entry.
• Maintain study databases and electronic data capture systems, ensuring data accuracy, completeness, and timely entry.
• Document patient visits and procedures.
• Assist with regulatory binders and quality assurance/quality control procedures.
• Assist with interviewing study subjects.
• Assist with study regulatory submissions.
• Coordinate communication among investigators, study staff, sponsors, and collaborators to support study execution.
• Support preparation of abstracts, presentations, manuscripts, and progress reports related to Williams syndrome and other neurodevelopmental research projects.

Benefits

• Competitive base pay.
• 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