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Clinical Research Coordinator

Massachusetts General Hospital
United States, Massachusetts, Boston
125 Nashua Street (Show on map)
Jun 24, 2025
The selected candidate will work independently to coordinate clinical research projects under the direct supervision of the principal investigators, and with the support of an established team of clinical research coordinators. The candidate will be responsible for all study tasks related to Pancreatic diseases including, but not limited to various forms of pancreatitis, pancreatic cysts, and possibly pancreatic cancer. The candidate will work with members from both the gastroenterology and surgical teams along with other members of the multidisciplinary clinical and research team. The candidate will work full time (40 hours/week) however the schedule will require flexibility and may include occasional evenings depending on time-management and patient schedules. The research studies will continue for approximately 2 years or more. This research environment is highly conducive to individuals interested in eventually pursing medical, graduate, or public health advanced degrees. There will be mentored opportunities for publication and presentation depending on the candidate's interest. This position offers the opportunity to work directly with patients and physicians, and it will provide foundational skills in conducting clinical research in a large, academic medical center. Primary Responsibilities Recruit and enroll eligible study participants from clinics throughout the hospital Arrange and conduct initial interviews of study subjects and evaluate criteria for inclusion/exclusion Take subject vital signs; draw blood samples and perform sample processing Perform Institutional Review Board (IRB) submission process by preparing protocol applications, amendments, safety reports, adverse event reports and other documents Capture clinical information from record review and patient interview into study database Perform bio-specimen processing, aliquoting, tracking and shipping Keep bio-specimen electronic and physical inventories current and available Manage and maintain regulatory documents for audit by FDA, as needed Prepare and manage regulatory documents for audit by FDA, as needed Act as primary study resource for laboratory staff, patients and families Evaluate and update medical records and maintain study database Coordinate subject care by scheduling and arranging follow-up visits, conducting follow-up telephone calls, and communicating concerns with the study investigator Conduct regular review of study progress and follow-up Attend weekly coordinator meetings, and prepare weekly reports of work performed Skills/Abilities/Competencies Required Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills in English 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 and proficiency in biospecimen (blood, stool, tissue, urine) handling preferred, but not required Education B.A./B.S. degree required B.A./B.S. minimum 1-year experience is required for CRC II position Experience Background in biology, immunology, biochemistry, biostatistics, epidemiology or related pre-medicine discipline preferred, but not required Experience in a clinical research environment or with specimen biobanking preferred 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.