About this Clinical Research Coordinator II role at Mass General Brigham
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
The Center for Precision Psychiatry (CPP) at Massachusetts General Hospital is seeking applications for a full-time Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC) to coordinate and administer projects led by Dr. Matthew Nock aimed at better understanding short-term suicide risk and evaluating innovative interventions to prevent suicidal behaviors. This position is particularly well-suited for individuals interested in pursuing graduate training in psychology, public health, medicine, or related fields.The CRC will join a collaborative, multidisciplinary research team and play an integral role in the day-to-day execution of several studies. Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, supporting study start-up activities, participant recruitment and screening, REDCap database management and survey administration, longitudinal participant follow-up via text, phone call, and email, coordination of study documentation, assistance with IRB submissions and correspondence, and other project-related administrative and research activities.
This role offers exposure to many aspects of clinical research and provides opportunities to work closely with investigators, clinical partners, and research staff across multiple settings. We view the CRC as an important member of our team and are committed to providing mentorship and professional development opportunities. The position will involve working alongside colleagues at MGB, Harvard, and affiliate hospitals (e.g., Brigham and Women’s Faulkner Hospital). This variety provides a unique opportunity to gain experience across academic, clinical, and community-based research environments.
Experience working with clinically severe or suicidal populations and strong interpersonal skills are strongly preferred. Excellent organizational, writing, and computer skills are highly desirable. Experience with ecological momentary assessment, statistical software, research databases, or prior supervision and leadership responsibilities is also valued.
Summary
Following established policies, procedures, and study protocols, provides assistance on clinical research studies, including recruiting, evaluating, and consenting patients for studies; collecting and organizing patient data; scheduling patients for study visits; performing clinical tests such as phlebotomy, EKGs, etc.; maintaining and updating data generated by the study. Additionally, it provides input into determining study subject suitability and input into recruitment strategy. Performs data analysis, interpretation, QA/QC, and assists in completing reports and presentations.
Does this position require Patient Care? No
Essential Functions
-Assists with determining the suitability of study subjects and acts as a resource for patients and families.
-Has input into recruitment strategies and may contribute to protocol recommendations.
-Administers scores and evaluates study questionnaires.
-Maintains research data, patient files, regulatory binders, and study databases.
-Performs data analysis and QA/QC checks and organizes and interprets data.
-Assists with preparation for annual review and assists PI in completing study reports and presentations.
-May assist with training and orientation of new staff members.
Qualifications
Education
Bachelor's Degree Science required
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
Yes
Licenses and Credentials
Experience
Related post-bachelor's degree research experience 1-2 years required
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Ability to work more independently and as a team member.
- Computer literacy, analytical skills, and ability to resolve technical problems.
- Ability to interpret the acceptability of data results.
- Working knowledge of data management programs.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Remote Type
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Pay Range
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Grade
6
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