Clinical Research Coordinator at Massachusetts General Hospital(MGH) in Boston, Massachusetts

Job Description:

GENERAL SUMMARY/ OVERVIEW STATEMENT:


The selected candidate will work with our existing research team to coordinate clinical research projects under the direct supervision of the principal investigators. The candidate will be primarily responsible for running a single center, randomized controlled trial with a focus on patients with Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency in the setting of Acute Pancreatitis. The candidate will work with members of our multidisciplinary pancreatitis team including gastroenterologist, surgeons, and registered dieticians.


The candidate will work full time (40 hours/week) however the schedule will require flexibility and may include occasional evenings depending on time-management and patient schedules. The research study will continue for approximately 2.5 years. This research environment is highly conducive to individuals interested in eventually pursing medical, graduate, or public health advanced degrees.


This position offers the opportunity to work directly with patients and physicians, and it will provide foundational skills in conducting clinical research in a large, academic medical center. In addition to the main clinical trial, there will be additional research opportunities, as well as opportunities for research presentation and publication if the individual is interested.



PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform Institutional Review Board (IRB) submission process by preparing protocol applications, amendments, safety reports, adverse event reports and other documents


• Recruit and enroll eligible study participants from the inpatient hospital wards


• Arrange and conduct initial interviews of study subjects and evaluate criteria for inclusion/exclusion


• Perform all patient related interviews in both the inpatient and outpatient settings


• Provide teaching and monitoring for research participant diaries


• Capture clinical information from record review and patient interview into study database


• Perform bio-specimen processing, as indicated


• Manage and maintain regulatory documents for audit by FDA, as needed


• Act as primary study resource for laboratory staff, patients and families


• Coordinate subject care by scheduling and arranging follow-up visits, conducting follow-up telephone calls, and communicating concerns with the study investigator


• Conduct regular review of study progress and follow-up


• Attend weekly coordinator meetings, and prepare weekly reports of work performed


• Performs all other duties as assigned

SKILLS/ABILITIES/COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:

• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills in English


• Ability to manage time effectively


• Ability to work independently and as a collaborative team member


• Ability to maintain accurate records


• Ability to organize, analyze, summarize, and present data


• Experience in a clinical environment or biobanking preferred


• Experience and proficiency in biospecimen (blood, stool, tissue, urine) handling preferred, but not required

Qualifications

EDUCATION:

• B.A/B.S degree and minimum 1-year of experience is required

EXPERIENCE:

• Background in biology, immunology, biochemistry, biostatistics, epidemiology or related pre-medicine discipline preferred, but not required


• Experience in a clinical research environment or with specimen biobanking preferred


• A full study commitment is preferred (approximately 2.5 years), but not required

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Position includes conducting subject visits within a medical office setting, and handling biological specimens following universal precautions for blood processing, handling and shipping.


• Day shift

EEO Statement

Massachusetts General Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. Applications from protected veterans and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged. Apply Now