Project Coordinator

The Medical Practice Evaluation Center (MPEC) at Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) is seeking a highly motivated and creative individual to help implement investigator-led clinical research studies, primarily on the topic of upper respiratory infections in the Boston area. In collaboration with partner institutions across Mass General Brigham and the US, we are conducting novel science to understand respiratory infections that affect the general population.

The Project Coordinator will play a key role developing, organizing, and implementing a multi-year household survey where participants collect nasal and blood specimens for scientific investigation. This will include interacting with participants, overseeing the day-to-day operations of a fast-paced study, collaborating with partner studies, ensuring high quality data collection, identifying and addressing administrative challenges, and maintaining smooth and efficient operations.

MPEC is a research center at MGH that informs health policy and transforms the care of underserved populations worldwide through clinically-focused cost effectiveness, epidemiologic, and implementation research. MPEC is driven by a team of passionate and dedicated personnel from diverse backgrounds who exemplify professionalism, respect, and integrity in their work. There are opportunities to expand this role to other projects within MPEC.

MPEC is unified by several core values:

* Humility and mutual respect in our collaborations with external partners

* Equity - as a common objective both as an organization and in our work

* Prioritization of collective success through a culture of sharing

* Mentorship - to develop the next generation of investigators and leaders

* Recognition of all team members as contributors

* Balance in work and life - recognizing the tremendous value in both

* A can-do and creative attitude in all that we do

Interested candidates should apply via www.massgeneral.org/careers.

**When applying, please upload a cover letter and resume. Applications that do not include both components will NOT be considered.**

For more information regarding our group, please visit https://www.massgeneral.org/medicine/mpec.

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

Project coordination responsibilities

* Meet weekly with project directors and study team

* Collaborate with study team to define and meet enrollment goals, study procedures and reporting expectations, and maintain a study schedule. Delegating tasks as necessary.

* Engage with potential participants to gauge interest in study procedures and conduct consenting procedures

* Conduct participant visits as needed in their homes, potentially to include phlebotomy

* Obtain patient study data from medical records

* Maintain and enter data in a study REDCap database and conduct quality checks

* Serve as a liaison between various entities including study sponsors, scientific labs, couriers, phlebotomists, and participants, among others

* Act as a study resource for participants, their families, as well as colleagues

* Manage study logistics from scheduling with participants, arranging for delivery of study supplies, and preparing MD orders for signing

* Throughout project duration, plan, track, and report on project tasks, deliverables, milestones, responsible parties, timelines, etc.

* Proactively take steps to help others move forward, whether it is planning project-specific meetings, getting people to make decisions, bringing in additional resources, etc.

* Participate in identifying new staff, onboarding and training, as needed

* Procure study supplies and manage inventory to allow work without interruptions

Regulatory/compliance responsibilities

* Assist with the preparation of Data Use Agreements, Institutional Review Board (IRB) applications, and related documents regarding the protection of human subjects

* Report adverse events in accordance with the protocol and the Partners Human Research Committee policies

Job qualifications required:

* 3+ years of experience in an academic, clinical research, or related setting

* Bachelor's degree

* Rigorous academic and professional background

* Experience in clinical research is a must.

Job qualifications preferred:

* Master's degree in public health, management, or related field

* Familiarity with health outcomes/epidemiology research, basic science, and/or community engagement

Technical skills

* Experience with clinical research administration and data management.

* Experience with research regulation and oversight (eg human subjects research, GCP, FDA, clinicltrials.gov)

* Phlebotomy training or willingness to be trained on the job.

* Experience with Microsoft applications (Word, Powerpoint, Excel)

* Understanding of data management and reporting

* Ability to keep excellent written records and adhere to timelines

Gets Results/Takes Initiative

* High personal work standards, sense of urgency about results, and a positive can-do attitude

* Problem-solving ability, including the ability to gather information, identify resources, and imagine alternatives, meticulous attention to detail

* Demonstrates initiative and creativity, even in ambiguous situations with limited direction

* Ability to work effectively under pressure and within short time constraints

Collaboration

* Excellent written and verbal communication skills

* Able to understand, interpret, communicate, and train others on study protocols and data

* Build collaborative relationships both inside and outside the group.

This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by an employee within this position. The actual duties, responsibilities and qualifications may vary based on need.

Duties will be carried out primarily in a typical office environment. Evening or weekend work may be required. Ability to travel throughout the greater Boston area required.

Massachusetts General Hospital 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.