Clinical Research Coordinator

We are hiring a clinical research coordinator to be involved in studies of novel molecular probes for imaging with positron emission tomography (PET) and single photon emission tomography (SPECT) as well as radiopharmaceutical therapy of patients with different diseases including cancer, inflammatory and/or fibrotic conditions. The work will be done at the Department of Radiology of Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) at the main campus or one of the satellite imaging sites such as Martinos Center or Chelsea Imaging Center. Work will be performed under direct supervision of postdoctoral research fellows and the Principal Investigator (PI).

The Clinical Research Coordinator will serve a primary role on clinical research studies. Working independently but with supervision, the incumbent will be responsible for recruitment, scheduling, and study documentation, as well as subject-oriented study procedures, preparing reports and perform administrative tasks as needed.

* Recruit, phone screen, email screen and schedule participants for scan or treatment study visits.

• Organize study visits for participants, assist with informed consent process, and process

participant remuneration.

* Coordinate with technologists, nursing staff and investigators to set up participants in the PET-MRI, PET-CT, or SPECT scanning or in the radiopharmaceutical infusion environment

• Assist in scan study procedures under the supervision of the PI, data acquisition, and recordkeeping
• Coordinating with the department of pathology to receive the tissue samples for the study subjects, if applicable.
• Assist with collecting, saving and shipping the blood, urine or any tissue samples, and EKG(s) on the defined timeline of the study.
• Maintain study databases, required logs and regulatory documents, and review for quality

assurance and accuracy

• Ensure compliance of study with IRB and other regulations
• Prepare, submit, and keep the IRB documents, annual progress reports for IRB, and source documents for any auditing or monitoring IRB and FDA visits
• Assist with reporting study progress to funding agencies
• Pre-processing and quality control of the imaging, samples, and medical record data

* Perform administrative duties such as ordering supplies for the studies

• Excellent opportunity for people prior to starting medical school
• Good attention to details
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Comfort in interacting with patients and study volunteers
• Ability to work independently as well as part of an integrated research team
• Excellent judgment and ability to interpret information and protocol requirements
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and handle fluctuating priorities and deadlines
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint

Education

Minimum required: Bachelor's Degree

Field of Study/Additional Specialized Training: Undergraduate degree in biology, bioengineering or related field

Experience:

Required: n/a

Preferred:

* Pre-med (excellent learning opportunity prior to starting medical school)

* 1 year research experience (including as part of an undergraduate program)

* Familiarity with imaging software and previous experience as a CRC

* Experience with computational software, e.g. excel, powerpoint

We are looking for an independent, self-motivated, and energetic individual (pre-med) to assist with multiple ongoing and future clinical trials on new imaging probes and theraputics. The ideal candidate would possess strong organization skills, excellent writing and grammar skills, a demonstrated interest in medicine and public health, and a personable demeanor. The CRC will learn about exciting new research in the fields of molecular imaging, cancer, and inflammation. We are happy to train the right person for the position.

Massachusetts General Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. Applications from protected veterans and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged.