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.
Job Summary
The Mass General Brigham (MGB) Biobank is a prominent research program aimed at understanding how genes, lifestyle, and environmental factors influence people's health. Biobank Coordinators play a vital role in helping patients make informed decisions about participating in this research program. They assist in educating and recruiting patients from both outpatient and inpatient settings at Brigham and Women’s Hospital (BWH).Biobank Coordinators are responsible for a variety of tasks, including educating patients with diverse levels of health literacy, obtaining consent, and thoroughly explaining consent forms and procedures to individuals from various cultural and educational backgrounds. Additionally, they are tasked with entering and maintaining patient and survey data. Coordinators collaborate closely with physicians and clinic staff to ensure that recruitment activities are seamlessly integrated into clinic workflows.
As the role evolves, duties may shift based on project demands, funding cycles, and the skill sets of other team members involved. This position offers a unique opportunity to work in a dynamic clinical research environment, focusing on personalized medicine. It is well-suited for individuals pursuing careers in medicine, clinical research, and public health, and those specifically interested in genetic counseling, implementation medicine, and patient engagement.
Qualifications
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Recruit potential study participants from various clinics at BWH and track recruitment efforts using specialized software.Supports the project manager to implement patient recruitment strategies.Respond to patient and staff inquiries regarding the MGB Biobank.Assist the Project Manager in implementing patient recruitment strategies.Supports collaborating studies with recruitment, collection, and management of study databaseSupport the preparation and shipment of collected samples to the central facility.Aid in the development, organization, and maintenance of the study database.Ensure data validation and quality control and collaborate with Consent Tracking to guarantee proper subject identification.Manage data entry tasks. Support collaborative studies by assisting with recruitment, data collection, and database management as necessary.Suggest improvements to research protocols to optimize recruitment and data collection efforts. Assist with clinic expansion to new locations or sites. Perform other duties as assigned.SKILLS/ABILITIES/COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:
Must have interpersonal skills to interact effectively with patients from varied backgrounds, MDs, researchers, and other team members.Must be able to prioritize and organize work responsibilities to meet deadlines.Must possess integrity to maintain confidentiality. Must demonstrate accuracy in recording data.Must possess strong database management and overall computer skills. Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Physical Requirements
Standing Occasionally (3-33%)Walking Occasionally (3-33%)Sitting Constantly (67-100%)Lifting Occasionally (3-33%) 20lbs - 35lbsCarrying Occasionally (3-33%) 20lbs - 35lbsPushing Rarely (Less than 2%)Pulling Rarely (Less than 2%)Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)Balancing Occasionally (3-33%)Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)Kneeling Rarely (Less than 2%)Crouching Rarely (Less than 2%)Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)Reaching Occasionally (3-33%)Gross Manipulation (Handling) Constantly (67-100%)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
20 Shattuck 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.
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.