Clinical Research Coordinator I

Mass General Brigham • Boston, MA

3d • $21 - $29 • Onsite

About The Position

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

The position is onsite at 60 Blossom Street, with 40 scheduled hours per week on the day shift. A bachelor's degree in a related field is required, though relevant experience may be accepted in lieu of a degree. Candidates completing a bachelor's degree have six months from their hire date to provide degree-equivalency verification, or up to one year if starting on a per-diem basis.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a related field, or experience accepted in lieu of a degree.
• 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.
• Motivation and organization, with the ability to perform self-directed work under close supervision.

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.
• Verify study forms for accuracy and update them according to protocol.
• Prepare data for analysis and data 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.
• Recruit and retain study subjects and process data generated by study subjects.
• Schedule patients for study visits, collect and organize patient data, and maintain and update study data.
• Perform clinical tests such as phlebotomy and EKGs.

Benefits

• Mentorship from physicians.
• Educational seminars and resources related to career and professional development.
• Comprehensive benefits.
• Career advancement opportunities.
• Differentials, premiums, and bonuses as applicable.
• Recognition programs.

What This Job Offers

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