Clinical Research Coordinator II Pulmonary Research

Mass General Brigham•Boston, MA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Clinical Research Coordinator II supports clinical and translational research studies in the Division of Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine at Massachusetts General Hospital. Working under the guidance of the Senior Clinical Program Manager for Clinical Research and other senior research leaders, the coordinator helps manage and execute studies from start-up through closeout. The work follows established policies, procedures, and study protocols and supports compliance with institutional, sponsor, and regulatory requirements, including those of MGH, Mass General Brigham, the NIH, and the FDA. The role includes assisting with participant recruitment, evaluation, and consent; collecting, organizing, and maintaining patient and study data; scheduling study visits; and performing clinical tests such as phlebotomy and EKGs. The coordinator contributes to assessments of participant suitability and recruitment strategies, administers and evaluates study questionnaires, maintains patient files and regulatory documentation, and performs data analysis, interpretation, and quality checks. The coordinator also assists with annual reviews, study reports, presentations, and, as needed, training and orienting new staff. The position is onsite at 90 Blossom Street and is scheduled for 40 hours per week on the day shift. It does not require patient care.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in science required; experience may be accepted in lieu of a degree.
One to two years of related post-bachelor's-degree research experience required.
Ability to work independently and as a team member.
Computer literacy, analytical skills, and ability to resolve technical problems.
Ability to interpret the acceptability of data results.
Working knowledge of data management programs.

Responsibilities

Assist in determining the suitability of study subjects and act as a resource for patients and families.
Provide input into recruitment strategies and may contribute to protocol recommendations.
Recruit, evaluate, and consent patients for studies; collect and organize patient data; and schedule study visits.
Perform clinical tests such as phlebotomy and EKGs.
Administer, score, and evaluate study questionnaires.
Maintain and update research data, patient files, regulatory binders, and study databases.
Perform data analysis and QA/QC checks, and organize and interpret data.
Assist with annual review preparation and help the principal investigator complete study reports and presentations.
May assist with training and orientation of new staff members.