GENERAL SUMMARY/ OVERVIEW STATEMENT:

This Clinical Research Coordinator position is available within the Department of Anesthesia, Critical Care and Pain Medicine. Our research team conducts various clinical research studies, including studies on perioperative pulmonary complications and interventions to improve perioperative outcomes and outcomes in critically ill patients.

The Clinical Research Coordinator will participate in the design and conduct of large multicenter clinical trials and observational studies utilizing big data and artificial intelligence methods. This position involves a substantial amount of work in the clinical environment - the perioperative area, the ICU, and general medical floors. The Clinical Research Coordinator will work closely with patients/clinical research participants and a broad spectrum of clinicians: anesthesiologists, surgeons, critical care physicians, and nursing staff in varying locations.

The successful candidate will work under the general supervision of Drs. Alexander Nagrebetsky and Diana Barragan-Bradford, and function as a team member with other research staff members. We are committed to advancing medical knowledge and helping you grow!

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Please note, the functions below are representative of major duties that are typically associated with these positions. Specific responsibilities may vary based upon departmental needs. Similarly, not all duties that have been outlined will be assigned to each position.

• Assists with screening across multiple ICUs and procedural/operating room areas, maintaining a screening log, and recruiting patients for clinical trials
• Provides basic explanation of study and for some studies, obtains informed consent from subjects
• Collects & organizes patient data from medical records, research subjects, physicians, etc.
• Enters research data into study electronic data capture system
• Assists with reconciliation of data queries
• Participates in data analysis and presentation of results
• Maintains research records and databases
• Updates study forms per protocol
• Assists with conducting and documenting research subject study visits. Performs study procedures, which may include phlebotomy (if willing to take phlebotomy training).
• Assists with the maintenance of regulatory binders and QA/QC procedures
• Assists with interviewing study subjects
• Administers and scores questionnaires
• Assists with study regulatory submissions to the IRB, FDA, and regulatory bodies
• Performs administrative support duties or other duties as assigned.
• Takes responsibility for adherence to IRB approved protocols.
• Receives Human subject protection Certification (CITI, Good Clinical Practice Certification or equivalent)

SKILLS/ABILITIES/COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:

• Careful attention to details
• Good organizational skills
• Ability to follow directions
• Good communication skills
• Willing to work off hours when needed per protocol
• Computer literacy
• Interest in data management and analysis
• Working knowledge of clinical research protocols
• Ability to demonstrate respect and professionalism for subjects' rights and individual needs
• Ability to manage confidential information and processes.
• Ability to work independently and as a team player

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor's degree required.

EXPERIENCE:

• While experience is helpful, we will welcome new graduates with relevant course/project work.

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.