Clinical Research Coordinator I at Mass General Brigham

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Job Summary

We are looking for an individual for a Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC) position within the Department of Psychiatry/Behavioral Medicine (BMED) Program at Massachusetts General Hospital. The BMED Program is a multidisciplinary group with a longstanding commitment to conduct clinical research focused on developing, validating and disseminating psychosocial interventions that prevent and treat chronic illness. BMED has a broad portfolio of clinical intervention research studies ranging from treatment development, efficacy, effectiveness/implementation clinical trials.

The CRC will be responsible for assisting with studies related to HIV treatment and prevention, specifically led by Dr. Conall O’Cleirigh. Most of these studies concern HIV treatment and prevention in resource limited settings and among vulnerable populations, domestically and internationally. Many of these trials are advancing our understanding of how substance use can interfere with optimal engagement in HIV treatment or prevention services. CRCs are also responsible for various administrative tasks in the BMED Program. These administrative tasks may include corresponding with the IRB, coordinating meetings, handling PIs’ expenses, etc. The CRC may collaborate with other members of the research team, faculty, and staff of the BMED Program, but will also be expected to take initiative and work well independently. Due to the time- or deadline-sensitive nature of many projects, the pace of work may be demanding at times. Other projects are long-term and require constant attention to prioritization.

Ideal applicants will demonstrate, preferably through prior research experience, a strong interest in pursuing clinical psychology, social work, public health/epidemiology, medical, substance use, or related research. Applicants with an interest in HIV, mental health interventions, substance use, health psychology, public health, and/or mental health in global settings (specifically in Zimbabwe and South Africa) are strongly encouraged to apply. The applicant should be comfortable working with diverse issues related to sexuality, chronic illness, gender, substance use, and mental health. It is an ideal position for people looking to apply to graduate school in clinical psychology or a related field.

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.; and maintaining and updating data generated by the study.

Candidates who are in the process of completing their bachelor's degree have a six-month grace period from their hire date (up to one year if starting on a per diem basis) to provide degree equivalency verification.

Essential Functions:
-Reviews proposals for compliance with sponsor and organizational guidelines; verifies that all sponsor requirements are met.
-Recruiting patients for clinical trials and conducting phone interviews.
-Verifies the accuracy of study forms and updates them per protocol.
-Prepares data for analysis and data entry.
-Documents patient visits and procedures.
-Assists with regulatory binders and QA/QC Procedures.
-Assists with interviewing study subjects.
-Assists with study regulator submissions.

Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor's Degree Related Field of Study required:

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
Yes

Licenses and Credentials:

Experience:

Required:

• Background in psychology or mental health discipline

Preferred:

• Human subjects research experience

• Experience with REDCap

• Experience with IRB requirements and regulatory documentation

• Experience working with diverse groups of individuals

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize, required

• Careful attention to detail required

• Ability to concurrently handle multiple projects required

• Initiative taking and ability to problem-solve effectively and independently required

• Ability to adhere to protocol and regulatory guidelines

• Proficiency with Microsoft-based software such as Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook

• Strong verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills required

• Affirming and nondiscriminatory attitudes and behaviors towards all people required

• Analytical skills and ability to resolve technical problems strongly desired

• This position requires a high degree of motivation and self-sufficiency, although training will be provided

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Relevant activities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Manages and prioritizes multiple projects simultaneously

• Maintains records and databases

• Performs administrative support duties as required

• Organizes correspondence across multiple project sites

• Creates, submits, and maintains ethics applications, amendments, continuing reviews, and materials for a variety of domestic and international ethics committees

• Coordinates operations of clinical research activities such as study documentation, reporting, & logistics

• Oversees and coordinates the recruitment, enrollment, and study visits of research participants

• Acts as a point of contact for the study

• Trains new study staff and trainees

• Participates in qualitative and quantitative (SPSS, RStudio) data analysis

• Participates in manuscript writing and submission

• Performs other responsibilities include maintaining participant databases, leading and/or participating in weekly team/departmental meetings, and other various administrative tasks

Remote Type

Hybrid

Work Location

15 New Chardon Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

$ - $29.01/Hourly

Grade

5

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