What are the responsibilities and job description for the Clinical Research Coordinator II (Neuroimaging/Stroke) position at Mass General Brigham?
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At Mass General Brigham, we know it takes a surprising range of talented professionals to advance our mission—from doctors, nurses, business people and tech experts, to dedicated researchers and systems analysts. As a not-for-profit organization, Mass General Brigham is committed to supporting patient care, research, teaching, and service to the community. We place great value on being a diverse, equitable and inclusive organization as we aim to reflect the diversity of the patients we serve.
At Mass General Brigham, we believe a diverse set of backgrounds and lived experiences makes us stronger by challenging our assumptions with new perspectives that can drive revolutionary discoveries in medical innovations in research and patient care. Therefore, we invite and welcome applicants from traditionally underrepresented groups in healthcare — people of color, people with disabilities, LGBTQ community, and/or gender expansive, first and second-generation immigrants, veterans, and people from different socioeconomic backgrounds – to apply.
Job Summary
The Massachusetts General Hospital Stroke and Neurocritical Care Research Center is one of the largest and most prolific stroke research centers in the country employing a diverse team of clinical researchers managing novel clinical trials in stroke and vascular diseases. The Center’s staffing structure and project portfolio support professional growth of clinical research staff at all levels as well as successful facilitation of highly complex interventional trials and large-scale genetic, longitudinal and observational studies.
The Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC) will work with a dynamic team of investigators, coordinators and fellows to coordinate multiple inpatient and outpatient neurologic studies involving patients from diverse clinical settings, including, but not limited to, the emergency department, neurosurgery, neurointensive care unit, and ambulatory stroke clinics. They will be
responsible for the day-to-day coordination of assigned longitudinal, observational and/or interventional clinical research studies including patient-facing recruitment/enrollment activities and facilitation of study-specific administrative and regulatory activities.
Qualifications
Education
Bachelor's Degree required
Experience
Related post-bachelor's degree research experience 1-2 years required
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
Following established policies, procedures, and study protocols, the CRC provides assistance on assigned portfolio of clinical research studies, including recruiting and consenting patients; collecting and organizing patient data; scheduling patients for study visits; performing research and clinical tests such as phlebotomy, EKGs, vital signs, MRI/PET scans, administering neuropsychological/neurocognitive testing batteries, etc.; updating and maintaining study data, patient files and regulatory materials and communicating study updates to internal and external stakeholders.
Additionally, the CRC may perform data scoring, interpretation, QA/QC, and assist in completing reports and presentations. The study CRC serves as the central liaison for the project and a key resource for patients and families and may assist with the training and mentorship of junior study staff members.
Remote Type
Onsite
Work Location
175 Cambridge Street
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Employee Type
Regular
Work Shift
Day (United States of America)
EEO Statement
The General Hospital Corporation 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.
Mass General Brigham Competency Framework
At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.
At Mass General Brigham, we know it takes a surprising range of talented professionals to advance our mission—from doctors, nurses, business people and tech experts, to dedicated researchers and systems analysts. As a not-for-profit organization, Mass General Brigham is committed to supporting patient care, research, teaching, and service to the community. We place great value on being a diverse, equitable and inclusive organization as we aim to reflect the diversity of the patients we serve.
At Mass General Brigham, we believe a diverse set of backgrounds and lived experiences makes us stronger by challenging our assumptions with new perspectives that can drive revolutionary discoveries in medical innovations in research and patient care. Therefore, we invite and welcome applicants from traditionally underrepresented groups in healthcare — people of color, people with disabilities, LGBTQ community, and/or gender expansive, first and second-generation immigrants, veterans, and people from different socioeconomic backgrounds – to apply.
Job Summary
The Massachusetts General Hospital Stroke and Neurocritical Care Research Center is one of the largest and most prolific stroke research centers in the country employing a diverse team of clinical researchers managing novel clinical trials in stroke and vascular diseases. The Center’s staffing structure and project portfolio support professional growth of clinical research staff at all levels as well as successful facilitation of highly complex interventional trials and large-scale genetic, longitudinal and observational studies.
The Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC) will work with a dynamic team of investigators, coordinators and fellows to coordinate multiple inpatient and outpatient neurologic studies involving patients from diverse clinical settings, including, but not limited to, the emergency department, neurosurgery, neurointensive care unit, and ambulatory stroke clinics. They will be
responsible for the day-to-day coordination of assigned longitudinal, observational and/or interventional clinical research studies including patient-facing recruitment/enrollment activities and facilitation of study-specific administrative and regulatory activities.
Qualifications
Education
Bachelor's Degree required
Experience
Related post-bachelor's degree research experience 1-2 years required
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
- Ability to work more independently and as a team member.
- Computer literacy, analytical skills, and ability to resolve technical problems.
Following established policies, procedures, and study protocols, the CRC provides assistance on assigned portfolio of clinical research studies, including recruiting and consenting patients; collecting and organizing patient data; scheduling patients for study visits; performing research and clinical tests such as phlebotomy, EKGs, vital signs, MRI/PET scans, administering neuropsychological/neurocognitive testing batteries, etc.; updating and maintaining study data, patient files and regulatory materials and communicating study updates to internal and external stakeholders.
Additionally, the CRC may perform data scoring, interpretation, QA/QC, and assist in completing reports and presentations. The study CRC serves as the central liaison for the project and a key resource for patients and families and may assist with the training and mentorship of junior study staff members.
Remote Type
Onsite
Work Location
175 Cambridge Street
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Employee Type
Regular
Work Shift
Day (United States of America)
EEO Statement
The General Hospital Corporation 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.
Mass General Brigham Competency Framework
At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.
