Clinical Research Coordinator NEUROLOGY kl

Mass General Brigham•Boston, MA

1d•$20 - $29•Onsite

About The Position

The Khurana laboratory at Brigham and Women’s Hospital and Harvard Medical School is seeking a highly motivated Clinical Research Coordinator I to join our efforts in continuing a translational clinical trials program. We are looking for a hardworking, detail orientated, and focused candidate. Good interpersonal skills are required. The ideal candidate will be interested to grow in a long-term biomedical career in medicine or clinical research. Most time will be dedicated to clinical research activities, but there will be ample exposure to both clinical evaluation and basic science related to multiple system atrophy (MSA), Parkinson’s disease, and other neurodegenerative disorders. Wetlab procedures could include processing of patient samples for biobanking and culture of skin biopsy-derived fibroblasts. There will be a requirement to keep detailed logs of patient research visits and research activities and liaise with regulatory staff for small-scale clinical trials. Interdisciplinary interactions will include physicians, scientists and allied health professionals. There will be opportunity to contribute to scientific publications arising from this work. 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.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in a biological science, or equivalent (e.g., pre-medical postbaccalaureate coursework).
Some relevant research project work 0-1 year preferred.
At least one year of work experience in a research setting. Sound independent judgment and competence in research methodologies.
Ability to commit to at least one year of work with a strong preference for two years.
Ability to work independently.
Excellent interpersonal skills are required for working with the study participants and patients in the division
Good oral and written communication skills.
Analytical skills and the ability to resolve technical or research problems and issues and to interpret the acceptability of data results.
High degree of computer literacy and ability/willingness to learn basic website management skills. Coding skills highly desirable.
Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize a variety of tasks.
Careful attention to detail.
Ability to demonstrate professionalism and respect for subjects’ rights and individual needs.
Knowledge of data management programs.
Careful attention to detail and good organizational skills.
Ability to follow directions.
Working knowledge of clinical research protocols.
Ability to demonstrate respect and professionalism for subjects' rights and individual needs.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in the clinic or clinical research is highly desired.
Familiarity with research analysis
Coding skills highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Assists research colleagues in the implementation, both internally and externally, of sponsored clinical research studies.
Initiates and maintains contact with study participants. Responsible for screening applicants, ensuring they meet appropriate criteria, and makes independent judgment as to the suitability of their participation. May be required to administer clinical tests such as smell tests, Montreal Cognitive Assessments, etc. There maybe opportunities to take history of patients, write up reports for attendings’ review, and shadow on a weekly basis.
Working in concert with Principal Investigator and/or Research Manager, develops and implements patient recruitment strategies.
Develops, organizes, and/or maintains study databases, including a registry of patients tracked by the division. Responsible for data validation and quality control.
In conjunction with Research Manager/Principal Investigator, develops and implements new research protocols including design, data collection systems and institutional review board approval.
Recommends changes to research protocols.
Performs literature searches, as appropriate.
Assists PI or Research Manager with preparation for presentation and written published articles; there are opportunities to communicate research to colleagues.
Responsible for training and orienting new staff.
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.
All other duties as assigned.