Massachusetts General Hospital - Boston, MA
posted 5 days ago
Full-time - Entry Level
Boston, MA
Hospitals
About the position
The Clinical Research Coordinator position at the Lymphedema Research Program at Massachusetts General Hospital involves working closely with breast cancer patients to conduct research on lymphedema. The role requires a blend of patient interaction, data management, and research project coordination, aimed at improving understanding and treatment of lymphedema. The ideal candidate will have a background in biology and coding, strong communication skills, and a commitment to the position for at least two years, starting in January 2025.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate the implementation of clinical research studies under the supervision of the Principal Investigator (PI).
- Collect and organize patient data and maintain contact with study participants.
- Assist with screening applicants over the phone to ensure they meet appropriate criteria once trained.
- Perform bilateral arm volume measurements on patients after training.
- Collect computerized questionnaire data from research participants during lymphedema assessments.
- Develop and implement patient recruitment strategies in collaboration with the PI and project manager.
- Maintain and organize study databases, ensuring data entry and quality control.
- Conduct basic data processing and statistical analysis of collected data.
- Assist with writing and implementing new research protocols, including design and data collection systems, and obtaining institutional review board approval (IRB).
- Perform literature searches as needed.
- Assist the PI with preparation of presentations, poster boards, and research articles.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in biology, biochemistry, chemistry, biotechnology, or a related science field preferred.
- Basic computer skills to use various electronic systems for data management and job-specific applications.
- Ability to work independently under supervision.
- Strong analytical skills to resolve technical or research problems and interpret data results.
- Proactive interpersonal skills for effective communication with study participants and team members.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Knowledge of clinical research protocols.
- High degree of computer literacy, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Windows OS; RStudio or coding skills required.
- Experience coding in a professional setting preferred.
- Attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.
Nice-to-haves
- Experience in a research setting preferred.
- Previous experience working with patients or in a healthcare setting strongly preferred.
Benefits
- Opportunity to work in a dynamic team environment.
- Gain experience in clinical research and patient care.
