Participant Coordinator (Contractor)

Flagship Pioneering, Inc.•Cambridge, MA

15h•$30 - $50•Remote

About The Position

FL127 is seeking a detail-oriented Participant Coordinator to manage the logistics of bringing study participants on site. This role supports the research by identifying candidates, reaching out to them, and scheduling their visits. It is a part-time, fully remote contractor position of approximately 10 hours per week, with no in-person presence required. The researcher conducts all hands-on experimentation, while this role keeps the participant pipeline moving behind the scenes.

Requirements

Strong organizational skills and reliable follow-through on administrative tasks with minimal oversight.
Clear, warm, and professional written and verbal communication — you’ll be the first impression for many participants.
Comfort working with databases, spreadsheets, scheduling tools, and email.
Discretion and care in handling sensitive personal and health-related information.
Ability to work independently and manage your own time within a ~10 hour/week commitment.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in clinical research coordination, participant recruitment, or a study/lab setting.
Familiarity with human-subjects research practices or IRB processes.

Responsibilities

Review and search a participant database to identify candidates who meet study eligibility criteria.
Reach out to prospective participants by email, phone, or text to gauge interest and confirm fit.
Schedule and coordinate on-site visits, aligning participant availability with the research calendar.
Send reminders, confirmations, and any pre-visit instructions to keep no-shows low.
Track participant status, communications, and scheduling in a shared system, and keep records accurate and up to date.
Serve as the friendly point of contact for participant questions leading up to their visit.
Flag scheduling gaps or recruitment shortfalls early so the team can adjust.