Clinical Research Coordinator

GENERAL SUMMARY/ OVERVIEW STATEMENT:

The Clinical Research Coordinator is responsible for working closely with Dr. Pamela Jones on translational and clinical research pituitary and skull base tumor-related research projects at the MGH. This includes management of clinical related research projects, maintaining and updating databases, data analysis, patient consenting, handling of blood and tumor specimens, and abstract/manuscript preparation. This position will provide visibility and authorship on published manuscripts.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Daily maintenance, management research database:

• Data Collection and Chart Abstraction
• Data Entry
• Data Analysis
• Preparation of Data Spreadsheets
• Individual investigator assistance on database projects

Clinical Duties:

• MGH Pituitary Clinical Coordinator for institutional clinical studies
• Coordinate prospective and retrospective clinical studies in pituitary and skull base outcomes
• Consent and register patients in the outpatient and inpatient settings for ongoing studies and trials.
• Obtain blood and tissue specimens in the operating room setting and outpatient clinic setting
• Provide assistance researching and compiling manuscripts and abstracts.
• Provide assistance with grant and protocol submissions and renewals.

SKILLS/ABILITIES/COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:

Experience in direct patient care or research subject interactions. Comfortable working with a diverse population and interacting with medical personnel. The ability to work independently. Handle confidential and sensitive information with care. Familiarity with research methods, study design, and evaluation. Strong analytical skills.

Computer research skills in programs such as Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Photoshop, and Adobe are critical. Familiarity with redcap is essential. Excellent communication, organizational skills, and attention to detail are essential. Requires the ability to take initiative and troubleshoot. Background in biostatistics is essential.

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor's degree required.

EXPERIENCE:

• New 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.
• Those with a minimum of 1-2 years of directly related work experience will be considered for a Clinical Research Coordinator II position.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY (if applicable):

• A Clinical Research Coordinator I does not have any supervisory responsibility.
• A Clinical Research Coordinator II may assist with the training and orientation of new staff members.

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.