Mass General Brigham
Clinical Research Coordinator I – Mass General Brigham
Job Summary
Mass General Brigham is seeking a full-time Research Coordinator in the Emotion and Social Neuroscience Laboratory (ESNL) within the MGH Psychiatry Department. The ESNL program applies cognitive neuroscience, neuroimaging, and behavioral interventions to understand changes in social functioning in individuals at risk for, or affected by, serious mental illnesses. The CRC will coordinate a randomized controlled trial and neuroimaging study examining the impact of a brief, group-based behavioral intervention on psychopathology and related functional impairment. The CRC will manage day-to-day study coordination, including acquiring research data (behavioral and MRI), IRB submissions, administering and scoring interviews/questionnaires, maintaining regulatory and source documentation, timely data entry, and quality assurance. The CRC will collaborate with faculty investigators, research fellows, clinicians, other coordinators, and student interns.
Responsibilities
Manage the day-to-day operation of clinical research studies, including IRB submissions, recruitment, scheduling visits, conducting assessments and interviews, data collection and entry, subject reminders, remuneration, and follow-up as necessary
Administer and score cognitive tests, diagnostic and symptom assessments, clinical rating scales, and self-report measures
Maintain Clinical Research Folders and Master Binders in accordance with IRB and HIPAA guidelines
Schedule and conduct behavioral andMRI data collection procedures, adhering to MRI safety protocols and proper MRI scanner operation
Coordinate with collaborating colleges to enable on-site data collection and longitudinal follow-up
Perform quality assurance of all collected data; follow up with subjects to resolve problems and clarify data
Maintain timely and accurate data entry; contribute to database development and maintenance; assist with analysis of clinical, cognitive/behavioral and imaging data as needed
Perform miscellaneous duties such as literature searches, equipment inventory, and ordering study supplies
Prepare IRB submissions, including initial applications, continuing reviews, amendments, and adverse events
Prepare presentations of data and study findings for lab meetings, posters, grant submissions, and publications
Qualifications
Undergraduate degree in Psychology, Neuroscience, Cognitive Neuroscience, or related field
Ability to perform research duties in an MRI environment (no MRI contraindications)
Skills
Well-organized, self-motivated, and detail-oriented with the ability to multi-task and problem-solve
Excellent communication skills to interact with a multidisciplinary team and research sites
Working knowledge of research protocols; some experience conducting clinical research; computer and quantitative skills
Proficiency with administrative software (Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint); experience with data analysis software (SPSS, R, SAS, Python, etc.); knowledge of electronic data capture systems (REDCap) preferred
Work Location and Schedule
Onsite at 149 Thirteenth Street Building 149
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
Employee Type: Regular
Work Shift: Day
Pay and Benefits
Pay Range: $19.76 - $28.44 hourly
Mass General Brigham offers comprehensive benefits, competitive base pay, and opportunities for career advancement; final offer depends on skills, experience, education, and other factors
Equal Opportunity
The General Hospital Corporation 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, or other status protected by law. Reasonable accommodations during the job application or interview process are available, in accordance with applicable laws.
EEO Statement and Competency Framework
Mass General Brigham is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. The competency framework defines behaviors critical for success and is used to evaluate performance and guide development.
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