Clinical Research Coordinator I, Orthopaedic Trauma Division

Summary: Mass General Brigham is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to advancing patient care, research, teaching, and community service. The Clinical Research Coordinator I position involves supporting clinical research studies in Orthopedic Trauma Surgery, including data collection, subject recruitment, and protocol development. Responsibilities: - Coordinates the implementation - both internally and externally - of sponsored clinical research studies - Initiates and maintains contact with study participants. Responsible for screening applicants, ensuring they meet appropriate criteria, and makes independent judgment as to the suitability of their participation - Working in concert with Principal Investigator and/or Senior Research Project Manager or designee, develops and implements subject recruitment strategies - Reviews and collects appropriate data from the patient clinical record - Develops, organizes, and/or maintains the study database which is stored at all times on a MGB or BWH network. Responsible for data validation and quality control - Interacts with subjects with regard to enrollment - including patient education, procedural instruction, and follow-up. May serve as a liaison between subject and physician - Administers, scores, and evaluates responses to study questionnaires - In conjunction with Senior Research Project Manager/Principal Investigator, develops and implements new research protocols including design, data collection systems and institutional review board approval - Performs literature searches as appropriate - Assists PI or Senior Research Project Manager with preparation for presentation and written published articles - Assists with regulatory documentation as directed by Senior Project Manager - All other duties as assigned Required Qualifications: - Work experience in a research setting preferred - A two year commitment is strongly encouraged - Sound independent judgement and competence in research methodologies - Careful attention to detail and good organizational skills - Ability to follow directions - Good interpersonal and communication skills - Computer literacy - Working knowledge of clinical research protocols - Ability to demonstrate respect and professionalism for subjects' rights and individual needs Required Skills: Clinical research protocols, Data collection, Patient recruitment strategies, Study database management, Data validation, quality control, Regulatory documentation, Literature search, Patient education, Clinical record review, Respect Benefits: Comprehensive benefits, Career advancement opportunities, Differentials, Premiums and bonuses, Recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth