Clinical Research Coordinator
About The Position
Through the Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) Cancer Center, the Cancer Outcomes Research and Education (CORE) Program is recruiting a full-time Clinical Research Coordinator to join its multidisciplinary team. Working with a diverse group of oncologists, palliative care clinicians, psychiatrists, psychologists, advanced practice nurses, and other specialists, the clinical research coordinator will assist with collaborative studies in supportive care. The specific focus for this position will be to help coordinate a range of supportive care projects and program initiatives. The clinical research coordinator will assume responsibility for study coordination. This role includes: screening and recruiting study participants in both inpatient units and outpatient clinics; administering screening instruments, interviews, and surveys with participants; managing data; corresponding with the Internal Review Board and other regulatory departments; assisting with preparation of manuscripts, protocols, and grant applications; and completing other special projects in collaboration with principal investigators.
Requirements
- Qualified applicants should have a willingness and ability to learn about conducting studies in diverse medical settings, be able to work independently, have excellent communication and organizational skills, and have an interest in working with people with serious illnesses.
- Qualified applicants should be comfortable working in a team-oriented environment, often reporting to multiple principal investigators, and collaborating with other clinical research coordinators.
- Ideal candidates will have an attention to detail, the ability to manage fluctuating priorities and deadlines, and strong interpersonal skills.
- Previous experience in research is preferred, and a Bachelor’s degree is required.
Nice To Haves
- A background or interest in psychology, medicine, nursing, or public health is preferred, but not required.
- This is an ideal position for individuals interested in applying to graduate or medical school.
Responsibilities
- Managing multiple studies and maintaining comprehensive knowledge of study procedures
- Verifying study eligibility for individuals via electronic record reviews and screening instruments
- Recruiting individuals and obtaining informed consent for study participation
- Coordinating study visits with providers
- Performing data collection (e.g., surveys, interviews, chart reviews) and data quality assurance checks
- Monitoring study inventory and purchasing supplies
- Maintaining study data using REDCap (Research Electronic Data Capture) or other programs
- Preparing study reports, annual reviews, and Institutional Review Board documentation
- Monitoring and evaluating protocol compliance
- Assisting with data analysis and preparation of manuscripts and conference presentations
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
