Clinical Research Coordinator II - Geriatric Psychiatry Program

Massachusetts General Hospital
United States, Massachusetts, Boston
15 New Chardon Street (Show on map)
Feb 19, 2025
The Department of Psychiatry is seeking a Clinical Research Coordinator to work with a research group in the Geriatric Psychiatry Program on NIH funded grants focused on mental health and preclinical cognitive disorders. She/he will coordinate activities for community-based intervention studies and activities for other grant-related projects. The studies focus on increasing access to mental health and cognitive care for underserved, multicultural and low-income older adults and involve quantitative and qualitative data collection. Activities include but are not limited to: recruitment and enrollment; IRB applications, coordination of study activities, assisting participants with study logistics; implementing and maintaining quality assurance procedures; assisting with data management and reports; assisting with literature review, conference abstracts and manuscripts; support grant reporting; conducting presentations and recruitment outreach in community settings and managing communication with community partners. The position is full-time at 40 hours/week and will report to the Principal Investigator. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Major Duties: 1. Coordinate research activities and assist with regulatory activities * Assist with recruiting participants for research projects * Collect & organize participant data * Maintain records and databases * Use software programs to generate graphs and reports * Conduct literature searches * Verify the accuracy of study forms * Update study forms per protocol * Document participant visits and procedures * Assist with interviewing study participants * Administer surveys and conduct qualitative interviews * Assist with the development of consent forms * Verify subject inclusion/exclusion criteria * Perform administrative support duties as required * Lead regulatory materials such as IRB applications and QA/QC procedures * Assist with other grant-related activities as needed * Train other staff members in data collection, fidelity assessments, neuropsychological testing * Conduct recruitment presentations in the community 2. In collaboration with the PI, lead preparation of study results, including drafting of written reports of results, tables, figures, abstracts and/or manuscripts for submission to meetings, conferences and/or journals. SKILLS/ABILITIES/COMPETENCIES REQUIRED: * Careful attention to details * Good organizational skills * Superior communication, and interpersonal skills * Must demonstrate respect and professionalism * Ability to work independently and as part of a team * Ability to follow directions, prioritize tasks and meet deadlines * Working knowledge of clinical research protocols * Computer literacy, including use of spreadsheet and data management software such as Redcap and statistical software, and ability to trouble-shoot e-communications technologies * Be comfortable working and traveling to community settings * Must have own transportation EDUCATION: Bachelor's degree required. EXPERIENCE: Prior experience in the following areas is preferred: - Working with a multicultural geriatric population in community settings. - Working in mental health and cognitive health, either in research or clinical setting. - Prior experience in health services research. - Prior experience in clinical or customer service role. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY (if applicable): A Clinical Research Coordinator II does not have any supervisory responsibility. Careful attention to details Good organizational skills Must demonstrate respect and professionalism Ability to work independently and as part of a team Ability to follow directions, prioritize tasks and meet deadlines Working knowledge of clinical research protocols Computer literacy, including use of spreadsheet and data management software such as Redcap Be comfortable working and travelling to community settings Must have own transportation The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. 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.