Clinical Research Coordinator

GENERAL SUMMARY/ OVERVIEW STATEMENT:

The Kidney Research Center in the Nephrology Division at the Massachusetts General Hospital seeks a highly motivated, self-directed individual to assume the position of Clinical Research Coordinator. The individual will be responsible for tasks in various research studies including: subject recruitment, follow up visits, phone calls, subject retention, increasing enrollment, capturing clinical data, freezer organization, scheduling blood draws, processing biological specimens and maintaining relationships with collaborators. Individuals must be able to work independently and as part of a group. The work schedule will require flexibility and may include occasional evenings and weekends, depending on patient schedules. An ideal candidate would possess a scientific and/or biostatistical background, have experience in customer service and have a keen interest in the medical or public health field. The position offers the opportunity to work directly with patients, nurses, and physicians to learn the basics about clinical research in a large academic center.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Please note, the functions below are representative of major duties that are typically associated with these positions. Specific responsibilities may vary based upon departmental needs. Similarly, not all duties that have been outlined will be assigned to each position.

• Collects & organizes patient data
• Maintains records and databases
• Uses software programs to generate graphs and reports
• Assists with recruiting patients for clinical trials
• Obtains patient study data from medical records, physicians, etc.
• Conducts library searches
• Verifies accuracy of study forms
• Updates study forms per protocol
• Documents patient visits and procedures
• Assists with regulatory binders and QA/QC procedures
• Assists with interviewing study subjects
• Administers and scores questionnaires
• Provides basic explanation of study and in some cases obtains informed consent from subjects
• Performs study procedures, which may include phlebotomy.
• Assists with study regulatory submissions
• Writes consent forms
• Verifies subject inclusion/exclusion criteria
• Performs administrative support duties as required
• Process human biological samples in a laboratory
• Maintain freezer organization of biological samples
  

SKILLS/ABILITIES/COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:

• Careful attention to details
• Good organizational skills
• Ability to follow directions
• Good communication skills
• Computer literacy
• Working knowledge of clinical research protocols
• Ability to demonstrate respect and professionalism for subjects' rights and individual needs

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor's degree required.

EXPERIENCE:

• Recent graduates with some relevant course/project work or those without any prior research experience will be considered for the Clinical Research Coordinator I position outlined above.

Massachusetts General Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. Applications from protected veterans and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged.