Clinical Research Coordinator at Mass General Brigham in Boston, MA

Summary: Mass General Brigham is a not-for-profit organization focused on patient care, research, teaching, and community service. They are seeking a Clinical Research Coordinator I to support the enrollment of patients in oncology clinical trials and ensure compliance with institutional and federal regulations. This role involves direct patient contact and coordination of various clinical activities. Responsibilities: - Assist clinical team in screening potential patients for study participation - Schedule all protocol required tests and procedures - Coordinate patient appointments with physicians, nurses, and all test areas - Coordinate and schedule clinical safety laboratory specimen draws and ensure timely results are available to providers - Prepare pre-visit communication for providers to ensure required assessments are completed and documented - Maintain point of contact communication with enrolled patients and assist with front line questions regarding study participation - Develop protocol specific flow charts, intake sheets, and other tools to ensure protocol compliance and proper data acquisition - Coordinate, obtain, process, and ship protocol required tissue samples - Ensure collection and processing (e.g. spin/separate/freeze) of all required correlative research blood samples with the coordination of the processing labs for MGH and BWH - Obtain vital signs and perform EKGs as required for individual studies - Administer quality of life assessments as required for individual studies - Scans in research documents and certifies these documents as copies Required Qualifications: - BA/BS degree required - Careful attention to detail - Good organizational skills - Ability to follow directions - Good communication skills - Computer literacy - Working knowledge of clinical research protocols - Ability to demonstrate respect and professionalism for subjects' rights and individual needs Preferred Qualifications: - Some relevant research project work 0-1 year preferred Required Skills: Clinical research protocols, Computer literacy, administration, Quality of life assessments, Specimen processing and shipping, Patient scheduling Benefits: Comprehensive benefits, Career advancement opportunities, Differentials, Premiums, Bonuses as applicable, Recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth