Clinical Research Coordinator

Mass General Brigham • Boston, MA

1d • $29 • Onsite

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

• Bachelor’s degree is required
• Willingness and ability to learn about conducting studies in diverse medical settings
• Ability to work independently
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Interest in working with people with serious illnesses
• Comfortable working in a team-oriented environment, often reporting to multiple principal investigators, and collaborating with other clinical research coordinators
• Attention to detail
• Ability to manage fluctuating priorities and deadlines
• Strong interpersonal skills

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in research is preferred
• 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

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits
• Career advancement opportunities
• Differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable
• Recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level