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At Mass General Brigham, we know it takes a surprising range of talented professionals to advance our mission—from doctors, nurses, business people and tech experts, to dedicated researchers and systems analysts. As a not-for-profit organization, Mass General Brigham is committed to supporting patient care, research, teaching, and service to the community.  We place great value on being a diverse, equitable and inclusive organization as we aim to reflect the diversity of the patients we serve.

At Mass General Brigham, we believe a diverse set of backgrounds and lived experiences makes us stronger by challenging our assumptions with new perspectives that can drive revolutionary discoveries in medical innovations in research and patient care. Therefore, we invite and welcome applicants from traditionally underrepresented groups in healthcare — people of color, people with disabilities, LGBTQ community, and/or gender expansive, first and second-generation immigrants, veterans, and people from different socioeconomic backgrounds – to apply.

 

Under general direction of the Principal Investigator, and some oversight from the Administrative Director this individual is responsible and accountable for assisting in the implementation of research protocols using scientific methods, including working with physicians, clinical nurses and patients to identify and recruit eligible patients, obtain all necessary approvals and informed consent forms, screen and enroll patients into the study, assess patient participation on a continuous basis in light of ethical considerations, and act as a liaison between the patient and other members of the team regarding the research protocol. Responsible for database development and data entry of patient data for the study. Works closely with the physicians involved in the study to contact the patients and families. Organizes visits and patient family interviews for participating physicians. Logs in all applicable data elements as requested and coordinates information and supply transfer as necessary to complete study elements at multiple sites. Summarizes data and information for review and analysis by the investigators and project team.

 

Job Summary

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Qualifications

Organizes, establishes and maintains the research database and uses the database to extract information for reports, papers and feedback to the study team.

Collects, compiles, tabulates and analyzes research data.  Ensures that data is entered into the database accurately and in a timely fashion. Reviews and analyzes significant data and statistics in the computer file.  Works to ensure that appropriate control systems are in place to monitor the progress of data acquisition and to define new approaches to data management. Periodically assess quality and completeness of database and patients' files.  Maintains all required records. Serves as a resource in providing statistical information from the database.

Assists in writing research publications.  Performs independent literature searches and selects references for final publication. Prepares data and graphics.  Assists in presenting study findings to interested groups both inside and outside of the hospital.

Perform administrative duties such as protocol design, data analysis, quality assurance, grant preparation, documentation for Human Studies approval, study progress reports, and manuscript preparation.

Coordinates and implements research study according to the study protocol.  Assists with preliminary planning for the study including performing literature searches and developing data forms. Assists in the formulation of research aims and protocols.  Demonstrates understanding and knowledge of designated study protocols and methods of implementation.

Works with physicians, clinical nurses and patients to identify and screen appropriate candidates for protocols and evaluates criteria for inclusion/exclusion per study protocol.  Obtains all necessary approvals, patient written informed consent, and demographic information required for patient enrollment. 

Contacts patients and/or families via written and telephone communications for the purpose of explaining the nature of the study and setting up visits and interviews, including the coordination of international patients.  Arranges and coordinates scheduling of initial assessment and subsequent assessments, if necessary, as outlined in study protocol.

Scheduling OR, PET, MRI scans for human subjects; in addition, scheduling other study procedures for human studies.  Collects blood samples and sets up blood draw kits.  Arranges transport of samples for processing.  Collects, analyzes and assures the quality of pertinent patient documentation according to established guidelines.  Maintains confidential patient files including all correspondence, information, raw data and follow-up status of all study patients.  Documents and maintains specific protocol information and communications according to the established guidelines of the unit.

Monitors study by gathering information and reviewing materials, visiting patients in the study, discussing problems and exchanging information with clinical nurses.  

Assesses learning needs and educates patients and family as appropriate regarding protocol management and participation in research project. 

Organizes project team meetings and prepares the agenda under direction of the principle investigator.

Assesses patient participation on a continuous basis in light of ethical considerations.  Acts as liaison between patient and other members of the team regarding the research protocol. 

Responsible for developing and maintaining a web page for study information in conjunction with the Principle Investigator, Administrative Director, Marketing and the Research Management Office.

Designing/implementing advertisements for research study recruitment.

Establishes effective working relationships with the project team.

Oversee the post-award review of government grants to assure institutional and sponsor compliance, budgetary appropriateness.  Reconcile and analyze monthly financial statements. Maintain communication channels with hospital grant department and address any administrative or compliance issue in a timely manner

 

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Bachelor’s degree required in a science or healthcare related field, Master’s preferredExceptional computer skills (including operating systems, word processing, database, electronic mail, internet, and spreadsheets) required. Good command of English language, including medical and scientific terminology.Exceptional organizational skills and the flexibility to handle multiple tasks and deadline pressures.Effective analytical skills.Excellent interpersonal/ communication skills.

 

Remote Type

Hybrid

 

Work Location

2014 Washington Street

 

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

 

Employee Type

Regular

 

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

 

EEO Statement:

The General Hospital Corporation is an Affirmative Action Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. 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.

 

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