Clinical Research Coordinator I, MGB Sports

Mass General Brigham•Foxborough, MA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Clinical Research Coordinator I to join the research team at Mass General Brigham Sports Medicine at Brigham and Women's/Mass General Health Care Center in Foxborough, MA. This individual will be an integral member of the research team performing sports medicine and musculoskeletal studies involving adolescents and adults. Working under general supervision from a manager, Principal Investigator, and the Department’s Administrative Director of Research, provides support to clinical research studies. May be responsible for the following activities: making independent judgment of suitability of potential participants for clinical trials, developing and implementing patient recruitment strategies, recommending changes to protocols. Please include a cover letter with your resume and application. This is an on-site position. Location: 20 Patriots Place, Foxborough, MA.

Requirements

BS/BA required.
Sound independent judgment and competence in research methodologies.
Excellent interpersonal skills are required for working with the study participants.
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.
Knowledge of clinical research protocols.
High degree of computer literacy.
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.
Must adhere to the MGB time-keeping policy / procedure for a non-exempt employee.

Nice To Haves

2 Year commitment strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Coordinates 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 perform clinical tests such as phlebotomy, EKGs, etc.
Working in concert with Principal Investigator and/or Research Manager, develops and implements patient recruitment strategies.
Develops, organizes, and/or maintains the study database.
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.
All other duties as assigned.