Clinical Research Coordinator/ Programmer

Boston, MA       ·       Full time

About the job

General Summary/ Overview Statement

We are seeking an individual interested in an interdisciplinary role as a Programmer/Clinical Research Coordinator at the MGH Center for Addiction Medicine. Strong computer programming skills are required. Working independently and with minimal supervision, he or she will be responsible for the maintenance of databases for multiple clinical studies, development of processing and analysis scripts, generation of reports, and implementation of new applications to improve data quality and ease of entry. He or she may at times be responsible for patient scheduling, recruitment, administration of psychiatric scales, monitoring for adverse events. Additionally, he or she may perform administrative duties related to the careful operation of study protocols, collection and analysis of data and quality assurance

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

• Collects & organizes patient data
• Maintains records and databases
• Uses software programs to generate graphs and reports
• Assists with recruiting patients for clinical trials
• Obtains patient study data from medical records, physicians, etc.
• Conducts library searches
• Verifies accuracy of study forms
• Updates study forms per protocol
• Documents patient visits and procedures
• Assists with regulatory binders and QA/QC procedures
• Assists with interviewing study subjects
• Administers and scores questionnaires
• Provides basic explanation of study and in some cases obtains informed consent from subjects
• Performs study procedures, which may include phlebotomy.
• Assists with study regulatory submissions
• Writes consent forms
• Verifies subject inclusion/exclusion criteria
• Performs administrative support duties as required

A Clinical Research Coordinator II performs the duties of a Clinical Research Coordinator I (above) and may also:

• Maintain research data, patient fields, regulatory binders and study databases
• Perform data analysis and QA/QC data checks
• Organize and interpret data
• Develop and implement recruitment strategies
• Act as a study resource for patient and family
• Monitor and evaluation lab and procedure data
• Evaluate study questionnaires
• Contribute to protocol recommendations
• Assist with preparation of annual review
• May assist PI to prepare complete study reports

Specific Responsibilities Include

• Maintain subject information database for studies using the REDCap (Research Electronic Data Capture) or other data capture programs.
• Assist in the preparation of research data and methods for both written publications and presentations.
• Perform and train other research staff in the management and compilation of study data and assist in its analysis.
• Protect the information of patients and implement procedures for robust data security.
• Offer technical input as a member of a team in the improvement of ongoing and the creation of new research studies.
• Assist with neuroimaging data analysis and manuscript preparation.
• Recruit and schedule subjects for participation.
• Produce and maintain all documentation for the Institutional Review Board.
• Provide IT support to members of the research team.
• Purchase supplies needed at the Center for various studies; monitor hardware inventory.
• Prepare study reports, annual reviews, adverse event reports, and study document modifications.

The Position Requires

Skills/Abilities/Competencies
SKILLS/ABILITIES/COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:

• Excellent organizational skills,
• Good interpersonal skills,
• Strong quantitative and technical skills,
• A willingness and ability to learn,
• Attention to detail,
• The ability to prioritize multiple tasks and handle fluctuating priorities and deadlines,
• Good communication skills,
• The ability to work independently as well as with others.
• An interest in the work of the Center for Addiction Medicine is important as well as in working with human research participants and a diverse research team including psychiatrists, psychologists, neuroscientists, imaging scientists, a team of research assistants/coordinators, and support staff.
• Strong computer skills are required.
• Proficiency in at least one of the following programming languages : Python, R, Julia, MATLAB, Bash/Tcsh. Skills with libraries and tools similar to the following are preferred: PsychoPy, jsPsych, FSL, Freesurfer, SPSS.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in psychology, neuroscience, premedical sciences, computer science, or related science

Supervisory Responsibility (if Applicable)

• A Clinical Research Coordinator I does not have any supervisory responsibility.
• A Clinical Research Coordinator II may assist with the training and orientation of new staff members.

Primary Location: MA-Boston-MGB 101 Merrimac
Work Locations: MGB 101 Merrimac
Job: Clinical
Organization: Massachusetts General Hospital(MGH)
Schedule: Full-time
Standard Hours: 40
Shift: Day Job
Employee Status: Regular
Recruiting Department: MGH Psychiatry
Job Posting: May 31, 2022

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