Research Enrollment Coordinator I

Site: The General Hospital Corporation

 

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

 

The Mass General Brigham (MGB) Biobank is a prominent research program aimed at understanding how genes, lifestyle, and environmental factors influence people's health. Biobank Coordinators play a vital role in helping patients make informed decisions about participating in this research program. They assist in educating and recruiting patients from both outpatient and inpatient settings at Mass General Brigham (MGH). Biobank Coordinators are responsible for a variety of tasks, including educating patients with diverse levels of health literacy, obtaining consent, and thoroughly explaining consent forms and procedures to individuals from various cultural and educational backgrounds. Additionally, they are tasked with entering and maintaining patient and survey data. Coordinators collaborate closely with physicians and clinic staff to ensure that recruitment activities are seamlessly integrated into clinic workflows. As the role evolves, duties may shift based on project demands, funding cycles, and the skill sets of other team members involved.

This position offers a unique opportunity to work in a dynamic clinical research environment, focusing on personalized medicine. It is well-suited for individuals pursuing careers in medicine, clinical research, and public health, and those specifically interested in genetic counseling, implementation medicine, and patient engagement.

 

Job Summary

Summary
Responsible for identifying potential study participants, explaining study protocols and requirements, obtaining informed consent, and ensuring compliance with regulatory guidelines.

Does this position require Patient Care?
No

Essential Functions
-Identify and screen potential participants for eligibility in clinical research studies through various methods, such as medical record review, patient referrals, and outreach efforts.
-Communicate with healthcare providers and research team members to identify eligible participants and discuss enrollment opportunities.
-Develop and implement recruitment strategies to ensure the enrollment goals of research studies are met.
-Explain the purpose, procedures, and potential risks and benefits of the research study to potential participants, ensuring their understanding.
-Obtain informed consent from eligible participants, following ethical and regulatory guidelines.

 

Education
High School Diploma or Equivalent required and Bachelor's Degree Health Administration preferred

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No

Licenses and Credentials

Experience
Working in a healthcare or clinical research setting 1-2 years preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge of research methodologies, clinical trial processes, and regulatory requirements.
- Familiarity with Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines and Institutional Review Board (IRB) procedures.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to effectively interact with healthcare providers, researchers, and study participants.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills to manage participant enrollment and data collection.
- Ability to explain complex research protocols and procedures to potential participants in a clear and understandable manner.

 

 

Onsite

 

185 Cambridge Street

 

40

 

Regular

 

Day (United States of America)

 

Pay Range

$20.16 - $29.01/Hourly

 

Grade

5

 

At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.

 

1200 The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

 

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