Clinical Research Specialist

2 weeks ago


Boston, Massachusetts, United States Mass General Brigham Full time

GENERAL SUMMARY/OVERVIEW STATEMENT:

The Rheumatology & Allergy Clinical Epidemiology Research Center (RACER) is part of the Division of Rheumatology, Allergy and Immunology and the Mongan Institute at Mass General Brigham. This center comprises esteemed research faculty from Harvard Medical School who lead a significant portfolio of research funded by various organizations, including foundations, industry, and governmental agencies. The selected candidate will collaborate with a distinguished, multidisciplinary team from Mass General Brigham and Harvard Medical School, as well as partners from multiple institutions.

RACER employs a variety of methodologies, including clinical epidemiology, qualitative and survey research, implementation science, informatics, economics, and computer simulation modeling. The center's research encompasses large observational database studies and involves the enrollment of patients in cohort and clinical trial studies, focusing primarily on conditions such as vasculitis and IgG4-related disease.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

  • Collaborate with fellow research coordinators to support clinical research initiatives within the department.
  • In partnership with the Research Manager and/or Principal Investigator, develop and implement innovative research protocols, including study design, data collection systems, and securing institutional review board approval.
  • Engage in patient recruitment for clinical trials and registries, ensuring effective communication with participants before and throughout their involvement in the study.
  • Devise and implement strategies for patient recruitment.
  • Screen potential participants for eligibility and facilitate the enrollment of qualified candidates.
  • Conduct study visits and maintain close collaboration with the Principal Investigator and other team members in executing clinical studies and registries.
  • Prepare protocol applications and maintain regulatory documentation, including case report forms, source documents, and other essential study materials, while monitoring and reporting any clinical adverse events.
  • Ensure compliance with Hospital and Sponsor/NIH guidelines by maintaining and updating necessary information.
  • Manage IRB applications and submissions.
  • Oversee study finances, ensuring the financial health of studies, preparing invoices, tracking payments, and facilitating participant payments and reimbursements as needed.

Investigator Support:

  • Organize meetings and manage meeting schedules.
  • Assist in manuscript and presentation preparation, including literature reviews, citation management, drafting, basic data manipulation, and the creation of tables and figures.
  • Provide clinical operations support as required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Bachelor's degree is required.
  • New graduates with relevant coursework or project experience, as well as candidates without prior research experience, may be considered for the Clinical Research Coordinator I position.
  • Candidates with 1-3 years of directly related experience will be considered for the Clinical Research Coordinator II position.
  • Familiarity with Good Clinical Practice, case report forms, laboratory processes, safety protocols, and study conduct is essential.

SKILLS:

  • Ability to work independently and demonstrate initiative.
  • Exceptional interpersonal skills for effective interaction with study participants.
  • Strong oral and written communication abilities.
  • Analytical skills to address technical or research challenges and interpret data results.
  • Knowledge of clinical research protocols.
  • High level of computer proficiency.
  • Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
  • Meticulous attention to detail.
  • Professionalism and respect for participants' rights and individual needs.


  • Boston, Massachusetts, United States Massachusetts General Hospital Full time

    Clinical Research Specialist OverviewThe Diabetes in Pregnancy Research Program is in search of a committed Clinical Research Specialist to become a vital part of their team, dedicated to enhancing health outcomes for pregnant and lactating individuals and their offspring. Under the mentorship of Dr. Camille E. Powe and the management of the Diabetes...


  • Boston, Massachusetts, United States Joulé Full time

    Position: Clinical Research Protocol SpecialistLocation: Remote with occasional in-office collaborationContract Duration:6 Month Contract-to-HireWorking Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PMQualifications:- Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences or a related field- 1-2 years of experience in research within a Pharmaceutical, Clinical Research...


  • Boston, Massachusetts, United States Mass General Brigham Full time

    GENERAL SUMMARY/OVERVIEW STATEMENT: The Rheumatology & Allergy Clinical Epidemiology Research Center (RACER) is part of the Division of Rheumatology, Allergy and Immunology and the Mongan Institute at Mass General Brigham. This center is led by esteemed Harvard Medical School Research Faculty and manages a diverse range of research initiatives funded by...


  • Boston, Massachusetts, United States Mass General Brigham Full time

    GENERAL SUMMARY/OVERVIEW STATEMENT: The Rheumatology & Allergy Clinical Epidemiology Research Center (RACER) is a key component of the Division of Rheumatology, Allergy and Immunology and the Mongan Institute at Mass General Brigham. This center is led by esteemed Harvard Medical School Research Faculty and manages a diverse range of research initiatives...


  • Boston, Massachusetts, United States Boston VA Research Institute, Inc. (BVARI) Full time

    Health Science SpecialistBoston VA Research Institute, Inc. (BVARI)POSITION TYPE: Salaried / ExemptREPORTS TO: Principal InvestigatorThis role supports the principal investigator and the research team in projects focused on neuroimaging, including data acquisition, processing, and analysis, while integrating machine learning techniques. The individual will...


  • Boston, Massachusetts, United States Boston VA Research Institute, Inc. (BVARI) Full time

    Health Science SpecialistBoston VA Research Institute, Inc. (BVARI)POSITION TYPE: Salaried / ExemptREPORTS TO: Principal InvestigatorThis role supports the principal investigator and team members in projects centered around neuroimaging, including data acquisition, processing, and analysis, while integrating advanced machine learning techniques....


  • Boston, Massachusetts, United States Boston VA Research Institute, Inc. (BVARI) Full time

    Health Science SpecialistBoston VA Research Institute, Inc. (BVARI)POSITION TYPE: Salaried / ExemptREPORTS TO: Principal InvestigatorThis role involves supporting the principal investigator and the research team in projects focused on neuroimaging. Responsibilities include the acquisition, processing, and analysis of neuroimaging data, as well as the...


  • Boston, Massachusetts, United States InsideHigherEd Full time

    Veterinary Clinical Specialist - Lab Animal Science CenterWe are looking for a committed Veterinary Clinical Specialist to become part of our Lab Animal Science Center team. This position is essential in delivering veterinary services, diagnosing diseases, and ensuring the welfare of laboratory animals utilized in scientific research and education. You will...


  • Boston, Massachusetts, United States Massachusetts General Hospital Full time

    GENERAL SUMMARY/ OVERVIEW STATEMENT : Under the guidance of the Clinical Program Manager for the Division of Transplantation, the Clinical Research Coordinator II plays a vital role in the identification, recruitment, and management of study participants while ensuring the effective execution of research protocols. This position involves obtaining...


  • Boston, Massachusetts, United States Massachusetts General Hospital Full time

    GENERAL SUMMARY/ OVERVIEW STATEMENT : Under the guidance of the Clinical Program Manager for the Division of Transplantation, the Clinical Research Coordinator II plays a vital role in the identification, recruitment, and management of study participants while ensuring the smooth execution of research protocols. The Coordinator is responsible for...


  • Boston, Massachusetts, United States Massachusetts General Hospital Full time

    GENERAL SUMMARY/ OVERVIEW STATEMENT : Under the supervision of the Clinical Program Manager within the Division of Transplantation, the Clinical Research Coordinator II plays a pivotal role in the identification, recruitment, and management of study participants, as well as the execution of research protocols. This position involves obtaining informed...


  • Boston, Massachusetts, United States BRIOHEALTH SOLUTIONS INC Full time

    Position Overview: Senior Clinical Research Associate at BrioHealth SolutionsBrioHealth Solutions is in search of experienced Clinical Research Associates (CRAs) to enhance our team and support the advancement of our cutting-edge LVAS device. As a Senior CRA, you will be instrumental in overseeing clinical trial data management and ensuring the effective...


  • Boston, Massachusetts, United States Hebrew SeniorLife Full time

    Position Overview The Clinical Research Nurse will play a crucial role in executing an intervention aimed at enhancing medication management within skilled nursing facilities as part of a comprehensive clinical study. This position will operate under the guidance of the Principal Investigator and requires a minimum of 5 years of nursing experience with...


  • Boston, Massachusetts, United States Mass General Brigham Full time

    Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Clinical Research Coordinator to join our team at Mass General Brigham. The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting all aspects of clinical research coordination for studies at our institution.Key ResponsibilitiesCoordinate all activities of subjects participating in individual...


  • Boston, Massachusetts, United States Massachusetts General Hospital(MGH) Full time

    GENERAL SUMMARY/OVERVIEW STATEMENT: The CRC I (Clinical Neurotechnology Research Assistant) is primarily responsible for the performance of clinical neurotechnology research in the homes of clinical trial participants with tetraplegia (quadriplegia). These responsibilities include the careful execution and documentation of research sessions studying the...


  • Boston, Massachusetts, United States Brigham and Women's Hospital Full time

    Position Overview The Division of Transplant Surgery and The Transplant Surgery Research Laboratory at Brigham and Women's Hospital is in search of a distinguished PhD-level research specialist with a strong background in molecular and cellular biology, particularly in the realms of immunology, aging, or similar disciplines. This role will focus on...


  • Boston, Massachusetts, United States Massachusetts General Hospital(MGH) Full time

    GENERAL SUMMARY/ OVERVIEW STATEMENT:Under the general supervision of the Administrative Director for Research, the Clinical Research Coordinator I provides support for ongoing departmental research projects housed within the Anesthesia Research Center at MGH. The Anesthesia Research Center (ARC) is a departmental resource that supports investigators...


  • Boston, Massachusetts, United States Institute Of IT Trainings Full time

    About UsInStride Health's mission is to deliver specialty anxiety and OCD care that works for every kid, teen, young adult, and family who needs it. Through this mission, we are expanding access to insurance–based care, increasing engagement in treatment, and improving treatment outcomes. We are doing this by combining research–backed clinical care and...


  • Boston, Massachusetts, United States Department Of Veterans Affairs Full time

    Position Overview:The role is situated within the Behavioral Science Division at the National Center for PTSD, part of the VA Boston Healthcare System.The incumbent will engage in scientific research and play a vital role in the creation and dissemination of knowledge to support the research and educational objectives of the National Center for PTSD.The...


  • Boston, Massachusetts, United States Department Of Veterans Affairs Full time

    Position Overview:The role is situated within the Behavioral Science Division at the National Center for PTSD, contributing to the mission of advancing knowledge in the field of traumatic stress.Key Responsibilities:The incumbent will engage in scientific research aimed at enhancing the understanding, prevention, and treatment of Posttraumatic Stress...