Clinical Research Coordinator 1

GENERAL SUMMARY/ OVERVIEW STATEMENT:

Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) Biostatistics is seeking several Clinical Research Coordinators to join our team working on the National Institutes of Health (NIH) sponsored RECOVER project, an initiative to understand, prevent, and treat the long-term complications of SARS-CoV-2 infection. Mass General Brigham (MGB) is partnering with the NIH to launch the RECOVER Data Resource Core (DRC), which will contribute to the collection, harmonization, and quality assurance of data collected on study participants, including so-called COVID-19 "long-haulers," throughout the nation. This team will operate under a Principal Investigator based at MGH.

We are looking for a well-organized, dynamic, and highly motivated Clinical Research Coordinator to join MGH Biostatistics to support conduct of the Data Coordinating Center functions of the RECOVER project. The Clinical Research Coordinator will report to the Project Manager and will work closely with biostatisticians, data managers, and study staff to support study operations, data collection and quality control, and reporting of research findings. Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving abilities in a fast-paced research environment are required.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Participate in all phases of research projects, from conception and design of studies through proofing manuscripts for submission to academic journals

• Monitor study activities for compliance with all applicable regulations and facilitate trainings for study personnel as needed

• Partner with collaborators and study staff across sites on oversight of studies, standard operating procedure development and review, and data quality assurance

Assist in preparation of posters and slides for presentation at research conferences

• Support preparation progress reports, applications, and related documents

• Organize group meetings, including setting up conference calls and taking minutes

• Provide general administrative support as needed

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor's degree, with an academic record demonstrating experience and skills in analytical thinking and/or quantitative methods

EXPERIENCE:

• Strong communication skills including proficiency in written and spoken English

• Strong organizational and time management skills

• Attention to detail

• Problem-solving capabilities

• Intellectual independence and initiative