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Mass General Brigham

Clinical Research Coordinator / Specialist

Mass General Brigham, Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298

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Overview Site: The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc.

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Job Summary Assists Dr. Amit Anand in coordinating clinical trials and imaging/biomarker trials according to study guidelines, including performing testing, recruiting participants for studies, scheduling appointments, assuring completion of visits and accurate data collection and entry, assisting in IRB submissions, and interacting with regulatory personnel for local and multicenter trials. In addition, making independent judgement of suitability of potential participants for clinical trials, developing and implementing patient recruitment strategies, recommending changes to protocols and overseeing the work involved. Please submit cover letter and CV/resume.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities

Conducts and supports scientific research.

Coordinates the implementation, both internally and externally, of clinical research studies.

May develop, design and interpret scientific research protocols/experiments including data collection systems and institutional review board approval. Manages/facilitates IRB submission, additions and changes.

Initiates and maintains contact with study participants. Responsible for screening applicants, ensuring they meet appropriate criteria, and makes independent judgement as to the suitability of their participation. May be required to perform clinical tests such as phlebotomy, EKGs, structured interviews, ECT. Administers study related behavioral questionnaires.

Working in conjunction with Principal Investigator and/or Research Manager, develops and implements patient recruitment strategies.

Develops, organizes and/or maintains the study database. Responsible for data validation and quality control.

Investigates, creates, and develops new methods and technologies for research advancement.

Contributes to the scientific literature, reports, journals and presentations. Performs literature searches, as appropriate.

Responsible for oversight of research assistant work, training and orienting new staff. May serve as a team leader or in a supervisory capacity in a smaller area.

All other research and administrative duties as assigned by Principal Investigator

Qualifications Education

Master's Degree Related Field of Study required for Research Specialist, preferred for Sr. Clinical Research Coordinator

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?

No

Licenses and Credentials

Experience

Experience in an academic or laboratory research setting 3-5 years required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Ability to work well independently, prioritizing work according to and within established study protocols

Excellent organizational skills to accomplish a variety of responsibilities and to establish and maintain efficient systems.

Excellent interpersonal skills to be able to interact with a variety of people in person and on the telephone.

Ability to work under stress and within deadlines; the clinical research setting is a very busy and demanding environment.

Analytical skills and the ability to resolve technical or research problems and issues and to interpret the acceptability of data results.

Knowledge of research protocols

High degree of computer literacy

Knowledge of data management programs

Professionalism and respect at all times

Working Conditions: Has desk in office environment, meets with collaboration researchers in a variety of locations, and works at a number of scanners located in various parts of the hospital. Must be able to travel between hospital and research buildings carrying study documents and materials.

Supervisory Responsibility: Responsible for training and orienting new staff. May serve as a team leader or supervisor in a smaller research setting.

Additional Job Details (if applicable) Physical Requirements

Standing Frequently (34-66%)

Walking Frequently (34-66%)

Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)

Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)

Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs

Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)

Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)

Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)

Balancing Frequently (34-66%)

Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)

Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)

Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)

Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)

Reaching Frequently (34-66%)

Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)

Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)

Feeling Constantly (67-100%)

Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)

Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)

Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)

Talking Constantly (67-100%)

Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

221 Longwood Avenue

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

$62,004.80 - $90,750.40/Annual

Grade

7

Mass General Brigham is committed to recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. We offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs to support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of compensation and benefits.

EEO Statement:

The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

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