Clinical Research Coordinator

Massachusetts General Hospital
United States, Massachusetts, Boston
55 Fruit Street (Show on map)
Mar 05, 2025
The Family Center for Neurofibromatosis and Schwannomatosis at Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) is seeking a motivated, conscientious individual with an interest in rare disorders and health outcomes research to join our team as a Clinical Research Coordinator. The Clinical Research Coordinator will be an integral member of our interdisciplinary research team - spanning oncology, neurology, and health services research - within one of the largest clinics for neurofibromatosis and schwannomatosis in the U.S. The candidate will be responsible for multiple, national-level, mixed-methods research studies of children and adults with neurofibromatosis 1 (NF1), with an emphasis on qualitative research (e.g. interviews and focus groups) to understand patients' symptoms, healthcare needs, and experiences with novel drug treatments. This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) and is expected to last for at least 2-3 years. This position is ideal for candidates who are planning to seek further graduate education in medicine, nursing, public health, or other areas after their employment, but we also welcome applicants with longer term interests in research management. Our program provides personalized mentoring to all research coordinators and seeks to foster their presentations at local and national conferences, as well as co-authorship of publications in peer-reviewed scientific journals. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Primary responsibilities: Under the direction of Vanessa Merker, PhD, the research coordinator will: Recruit, screen, and consent prospective participants for current studies Schedule study visits, collect study data (including interviews, online surveys, medical record information) and assist in study data analysis With training from Dr. Merker, conduct qualitative interviews and/or focus groups of patients and healthcare providers and assist in the analysis of this data Initiate and track payments to study subjects Enter and maintain study data in appropriate databases/software programs (such as Excel, REDCap, and NVivo) and perform basic statistical summaries of quantitative data Assist with the preparation, editing, and submission of abstracts/manuscripts/presentations related to the studies Correspond with the hospital Institutional Review Board (IRB) to maintain study ethical approval, including annual continuing reviews and periodic amendments to the study protocol Additional responsibilities Assist with other investigator-initiated research projects as needed. May include gathering primary data using surveys and interviews, extracting secondary data from patients' electronic medical record, or performing reviews of published medical literature. Attend weekly research team meetings. SKILLS/ABILITIES/COMPETENCIES REQUIRED: Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail Ability to balance multiple tasks and prioritize deadlines Must be self-motivated, with ability to take initiative and hold self accountable Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including ability to work with patients, clinicians, and researchers from across disciplines Ability to appropriately handle sensitive and confidential information. Fluency in Spanish is preferred but not required. LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, and/or REGISTRATIONS: NA EDUCATION: Bachelor's degree required. EXPERIENCE: Clinical research experience is preferred, and experience with qualitative research is desired. 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. 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): None FISCAL RESPONSIBILITY (if applicable): None. WORKING CONDITIONS: Work is performed in office and clinical settings on the MGH main campus and Assembly Row campus, with the option to telework 1-2 days a week. The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity 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.