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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.

 

Through the Brigham and Women’s Hospital Department of Psychiatry, the Well-Being and Cancer Research Program (CARE) is seeking a full-time Clinical Research Coordinator to join a multidisciplinary team. Working with a diverse group of psychiatrists, psychologists, palliative care clinicians, advanced practice nurses, nurse care managers, and other specialists, the clinical research coordinator will assist with collaborative studies in supportive care (interventions and care aimed at improving the quality of life of individuals with serious or life-threatening illnesses). The focus for this position will be to help coordinate a range of supportive care projects and clinical trials.

The clinical research coordinator will assume responsibility for study coordination, which includes recruiting patients from both inpatient units and outpatient clinics; administering screening instruments, interviews, and surveys with patients; managing data; corresponding with the Internal Review Board (IRB) and other regulatory groups; assisting with preparation of manuscripts, protocols, and grants; and completing other projects in collaboration with principal investigators.

Interested applicants should include an up-to-date résumé or curriculum vitae, along with a cover letter detailing how their interests and experiences would make them a strong fit for this position.

 

Job Summary

Managing multiple studies and maintaining comprehensive knowledge of study procedures

Verifying patient eligibility for studies via medical record reviews

Recruiting patients for study participation and obtaining informed consent

Coordinating study visits with patients and oncology or other care providers

Meeting with study participants at all in-person clinic visits

Managing inquiries (via phone, email) and educating study participants about study protocols

Mailing study information to study participants

Performing data collection (e.g., face-to-face surveys, chart reviews, interviews) and conducting data quality assurance checks

Monitoring study inventory and purchasing supplies

Maintaining study data using REDCap (Research Electronic Data Capture) or other programs

Maintaining study participant records as part of record keeping function

Preparing, submitting, and managing Institutional Review Board protocol applications, amendments, annual reviews, and regulatory matierials

Monitoring and evaluating protocol compliance with internal and external regulatory bodies to ensure adherence to practical and ethical guidelines

Assisting with data analysis, preparation of manuscripts, and conference presentations

Delivering interventions to participants

Performing all other duties as assigned

 

Qualifications

Education
Bachelor's Degree Science required, preferably in social or health sciences

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No

Experience
Some relevant research project work 0-1 year preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Careful attention to detail and good organizational skills.

- Strong time management skills to ensure the implementation of several concurrent studies.

- Strong writing and editing skills.

- Strong critical thinking skills and ability to independently resolve problems.

- Ability to work independently.

- High degree of computer literacy (MS Office proficiency, analysis software such as SPSS, Stata, NVivo and skills in statistical programming are beneficial.
- 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)

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

45 Francis Street

 

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

 

Employee Type

Regular

 

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

 

EEO Statement:

The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. 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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