Clinical Research Coordinator
About The Position
The Jacobs Lab, part of the Athinoula A. Martinos Center for Biomedical Imaging at MGH, is focused on improving the early detection and treatment of Alzheimer’s disease. They are conducting a project to determine the role of brainstem nuclei (raphe nucleus, locus coeruleus) in risk for Alzheimer’s disease. This position involves neuropsychological testing, biofluid collection, 3T MRI, 7T MRI, and PET-imaging of cognitively normal older adults (aged 50-85). The candidate will report to the Principal Investigator. The lab has the flexibility to hire a CRC I or II depending on a candidate's experience and skillset. Following established policies, procedures, and study protocols, the role 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's Degree in a related field of study required.
- 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.
Responsibilities
- 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.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits
- Career advancement opportunities
- Differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable
- Recognition programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
