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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.

 

The Division of Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine at MGH has a dynamic and expanding clinical and translational research program. Our investigators focus on various pulmonary diseases, including chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), asthma, interstitial lung diseases (ILD), pulmonary hypertension (PH), bronchiectasis, lung transplant, pleural effusion, acute lung injury, and sepsis.

 

Job Summary

The Clinical Research Coordinator I will work under the general direction of the Senior Clinical Program Manager for Clinical Research and other senior research staff. As part of a collaborative team of clinical research coordinators, this individual will play a key role in ensuring the successful execution of research studies/protocols, from initiation to completion, while adhering to institutional, sponsor, and regulatory guidelines (MGH, MGB, NIH, FDA).

 

Qualifications

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

The responsibilities outlined below reflect key aspects of this role; however, duties may vary based on department needs.

Collect and organize patient dataMaintain accurate study records and databasesUtilize software programs to generate reports and graphsAssist in patient recruitment for clinical trialsObtain study-related data from medical records, physicians, and other sourcesConduct literature reviews to support research activitiesVerify the accuracy of study forms and update them per protocol requirementsDocument patient visits and study proceduresAssist in preparing regulatory binders and performing quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) proceduresConduct interviews with study subjects and administer questionnairesProvide basic study explanations of study to participants and, when appropriate, obtain informed consentPerform study procedures, including phlebotomy and vital sign assessments, spirometry testing, 6 Minute Walk Test, etcConduct basic specimen processingSupport the submission of regulatory documents and prepare study consent formsVerify participant eligibility based on inclusion/exclusion criteriaPerform administrative tasks as needed to support research operations

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

 Careful attention to detail and good organizational skills Ability to follow directionsGood interpersonal and communication skillsComputer literacyWorking knowledge of clinical research protocolsAbility to demonstrate respect and professionalism for subjects' rights and individual needs

Education
 

Bachelor's Degree Science requiredCan this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
Yes

Experience

Some relevant research project work 0-1 year preferred

 

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 - 35lbsPushing 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

90 Blossom 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.

 

Mass General Brigham Competency Framework

At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.