Clinical Research Coordinator II Psychiatry Mood Trajectories & Outcomes

The Mood Trajectories and Outcomes Laboratory is looking for a Clinical Research Coordinator II to provide assistance on research studies in the areas of mood disorders and women's brain health. Current projects are focused on identifying neurobiological mechanisms underlying mood trajectories across the lifespan, including in patients with bipolar disorder and in midlife women. The studies employ methods from neuroimaging, cognition, sleep, and neuroendocrinology.

Working under the supervision of the Program Manager and Principal Investigator, the Clinical Research Coordinator II will be expected to follow established policies and procedures to coordinate clinical research. Successful candidates will have direct interaction with study participants and will be trained to administer a range of standardized research assessments. Data entry and management are also important components of the position. Based on qualifications, there may be opportunities to work with the collected data, present in scientific settings, or contribute to publications in peer-reviewed journals. The position will be based in the Department of Psychiatry at the Brigham & Women's Hospital in Boston.

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 laboratory needs. Similarly, not all duties that have been outlined will be assigned to each position.

1.Provides assistance coordinating clinical research studies as per study guidelines and protocols.

2.Recruits and evaluates potential study participants. Per protocol instruction, conducts telephone interviews and schedules for screening and study visits.

3.Prepares for and conducts participant visits, which may include preparing participant binders, administering interviews, questionnaires, and computer-based tasks, assisting with social stressor paradigms, helping situate participants at the MRI scanner, transporting biological samples, collecting physiological data, setting up digital devices such as FitBit, setting up apps that track health data, mailing study materials and packets to participants.

4.Develops, organizes, and/or maintains study databases. Responsible for data collection and data input. Some data analyses, run various reports. Maintains all participant records and study documentation as part of record keeping function.

5.Answers any phone calls and inquiries regarding study protocol. Refers participants when appropriate to supervisor or clinical staff.

6.Interact with clinicians and collaborators from other departments regarding study, including scheduling and follow-up.

7.Maintains inventory and orders supplies when necessary.

8.In conjunction with the supervisor, develops and implements Institutional Review Board submissions.

9.Interact with all lab members, including assisting with organization of team meetings.

10. Perform other research duties as assigned.

The position will occur mostly within normal business hours, and may include some weekday morning hours (offset by shifting hours to end earlier) to accommodate participants schedules.

Requirements: a bachelor's degree in psychology, neuroscience, or a related field. At least one year of experience related to clinical research, or clinical experience with patients with mood disorder.

To apply, please upload through the application website 1) your CV, 2) a 1-page statement of your scientific interests and career goals, and 3) contact information for three references.

SKILLS/ ABILITIES/ COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:

• Excellent interpersonal skills are required for working with the study teams and research participants.

• Good oral and written communication skills.

• Ability to work well with others in a team environment.

• Ability to work well independently to accomplish assigned tasks.

• Analytical skills and the ability to resolve technical or research problems and issues and to interpret the acceptability of data.

• Knowledge of clinical research protocols.

• Careful attention to detail.

• Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize among a variety of tasks.

• High degree of computer literacy and competent in use of computer programs: MS Office suite, database tools. Knowledge of data management programs such as REDCap is a plus.

• Ability to demonstrate professionalism and respect for study participant confidentiality and for diverse collaborators' needs.