Research Enrollment Coordinator I

Mass General Brigham•Boston, MA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Mass General Brigham (MGB) Biobank is a prominent research program aimed at understanding how genes, lifestyle, and environmental factors influence people's health. Biobank Coordinators play a vital role in helping patients make informed decisions about participating in this research program. They assist in educating and recruiting patients from both outpatient and inpatient settings at Mass General Brigham (MGH). Biobank Coordinators are responsible for a variety of tasks, including educating patients with diverse levels of health literacy, obtaining consent, and thoroughly explaining consent forms and procedures to individuals from various cultural and educational backgrounds. Additionally, they are tasked with entering and maintaining patient and survey data. Coordinators collaborate closely with physicians and clinic staff to ensure that recruitment activities are seamlessly integrated into clinic workflows. As the role evolves, duties may shift based on project demands, funding cycles, and the skill sets of other team members involved. This position offers a unique opportunity to work in a dynamic clinical research environment, focusing on personalized medicine. It is well-suited for individuals pursuing careers in medicine, clinical research, and public health, and those specifically interested in genetic counseling, implementation medicine, and patient engagement.

Requirements

High School Diploma or Equivalent required
Knowledge of research methodologies, clinical trial processes, and regulatory requirements.
Familiarity with Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines and Institutional Review Board (IRB) procedures.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to effectively interact with healthcare providers, researchers, and study participants.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills to manage participant enrollment and data collection.
Ability to explain complex research protocols and procedures to potential participants in a clear and understandable manner.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's Degree Health Administration preferred
Working in a healthcare or clinical research setting 1-2 years preferred

Responsibilities

Responsible for identifying potential study participants, explaining study protocols and requirements, obtaining informed consent, and ensuring compliance with regulatory guidelines.
Identify and screen potential participants for eligibility in clinical research studies through various methods, such as medical record review, patient referrals, and outreach efforts.
Communicate with healthcare providers and research team members to identify eligible participants and discuss enrollment opportunities.
Develop and implement recruitment strategies to ensure the enrollment goals of research studies are met.
Explain the purpose, procedures, and potential risks and benefits of the research study to potential participants, ensuring their understanding.
Obtain informed consent from eligible participants, following ethical and regulatory guidelines.
Entering and maintaining patient and survey data.