Clinical Research Coordinator I
- Boston, United States
Posted 25 days ago
About the role
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
- Does this position require Patient Care? No
Essential Functions
- Reviews proposals for compliance with sponsor and organizational guidelines; verifies that all sponsor requirements are met.
- Recruiting patients for clinical trials and conducting phone interviews.
- Verifies the accuracy of study forms and updates them per protocol.
- Prepares data for analysis and data entry.
- Documents patient visits and procedures.
- Assists with regulatory binders and QA/QC Procedures.
- Assists with interviewing study subjects.
- Assists with study regulator submissions.
Qualifications
Education
Bachelor's Degree Related Field of Study required
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
Yes
Licenses and Credentials
Experience
Some relevant research project work 0-1 year preferred
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Careful attention to detail and good organizational skills.
- Ability to follow directions.
- Good interpersonal and communication skills.
- Computer literacy.
- Working knowledge of clinical research protocols.
- Ability to demonstrate respect and professionalism for subjects' rights and individual needs.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
The Tedeschi Lab focuses on calcium pyrophosphate deposition (CPPD) disease, which is a common crystalline arthritis in older adults. The CRC will be involved in three main projects: a randomized controlled trial of colchicine versus placebo in participants with CPPD disease, a registry of individuals with CPPD disease, and a study focused on bone and CPPD disease. The ideal candidate for this role will be highly organized, self-motivated, and able to manage and prioritize multiple responsibilities independently while meeting deadlines. Strong written and verbal communication skills, sound judgment, honesty, and a proactive problem-solving approach are essential, along with an interest in learning new skills. The role requires excellent interpersonal skills and comfort interacting with patients, particularly older adults, for study recruitment and research study visits. Responsibilities will also include retrieving and handling surgical specimens from the operating room and transporting whole-blood specimens across the hospital. Prior experience with tissue processing and microtomy or other histology techniques is preferred but not required.
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At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. 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. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.
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