Job Description
Clinical Research Coordinator I
Clinical Research Coordinator I Apply remote type Onsite locations Boston-MA time type Full time posted on Posted 3 Days Ago job requisition id RQ4013635 Site: The General Hospital Corporation
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
We are seeking a highly motivated and organized individual to work on the clinical research projects in the laboratory of Dr. Andrew T. Chan, Chief of the Clinical and Translational Epidemiology Unit at MGH. The CTEU and the Division of Gastroenterology are research units within the Department of Medicine. The Chan Laboratory’s mission is to advance epidemiologic investigation for the translation of discoveries into effective clinical interventions. Specifically, we are looking for someone to assist in our ongoing clinical trials in the prevention and interception of gastrointestinal diseases, including cancers, and other translational projects related to nutrition, the gut microbiome, and health and disease. All of our studies aim to advance our understanding of the molecular basis of disease with a goal of identifying biomarkers for use in precision medicine.
Qualifications
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :
The selected candidate will work independently to coordinate clinical research projects supervised by the principal investigator and other investigators within the CTEU. Candidates will be expected to navigate clinical interactions with physicians, clinical research staff, and study participants and troubleshoot clinical issues independently with collaborative guidance from colleagues. The candidate will join our team of clinical research coordinators and researchers to screen and identify eligible participants, coordinate patient interactions during study visits, and collect and process biospecimens critical to the outcome of our trials. The person will interact directly with physicians and their administrators as well as trial regulatory personnel. In addition, the research coordinator will also be expected to perform established biobanking protocols (e.g. stool and blood processing).
The Clinical Research Coordinator will be expected to work full time in-person (40 hours/week) including occasional after or before hours work. There is a possibility that limited weekend work will be required should trial needs arise. The work is expected to focus on the execution of an increasing portfolio of clinical trials including, but not limited to: feasibility studies of intravenous fluorescent probes that help detect gastrointestinal tumors in a background of normal tissue; and understanding the role of the gut microbiome in cancer outcomes; investigating coffee metabolites role in improving survival after colorectal cancer; increasing participation from minority and ethnic populations to biorepositories to improve early detection of GI diseases; biorepository effort aimed at identifying diet, lifestyle, and environmental factors contributing to early-onset colorectal cancer. The research environment is conducive to those individuals interested in eventually pursing advanced medical, graduate, or public health advanced degrees, and especially those with an interest in cancer prevention, the gut microbiome, and nutrition.
The position will begin in May-June 2025.
SKILLS/ABILITIES/COMPETENCIES REQUIRED :
Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to manage time effectively.
- Ability to work independently and as a collaborative team member.
- Ability to maintain accurate records.
- Ability to organize, analyze, summarize, and present data.
- Experience in a clinical environment or biobanking preferred.
- Experience in cancer and/or nutrition related research are preferred.
- Experience and proficiency in wet laboratory techniques conducive to biobanking procedures (pipetting, nucleic acid extractions, sterile technique) are required.
- Solicit and record information regarding safety events and preparing safety event documentation for review by the Principal investigator.
EDUCATION:
- B.S. degree (conferred or expected Spring 2025) or equivalent in Nutrition or Biology, Biochemistry, Immunology or related Pre-medicine discipline required.
- Individuals with a M.S. or equivalent in one of these disciplines are encouraged to apply and will be considered for a CRC II position.
ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE:
1+ year of biomedical laboratory experience or equivalent clinical research training (internships / undergraduate research) preferred. This additional laboratory or clinical research experience is expected to have occurred beyond traditional course work.
APPLICATION METHOD:
College transcripts and 3 references that can speak to the candidate’s research or clinical experiences will be needed upon request.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Remote Type
Onsite
Work Location
80 Blossom Street
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Employee Type
Regular
Work Shift
Day (United States of America)
EEO Statement:
The General Hospital Corporation 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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Job Tags
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