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Clinical Research Coordinator - Meditation Research Program

Massachusetts General Hospital
United States, Massachusetts, Boston
149 13th Street (Show on map)
Feb 21, 2025
A position is available within the Meditation Research Program (Principal Investigator [PI]: Matthew D. Sacchet, Ph.D.; website: http://meditation.mgh.harvard.edu/) at Massachusetts General Hospital and Harvard Medical School. Our research is in affiliation with the Department of Psychiatry and the Martinos Center for Biomedical Imaging and is focused on developing a scientific understanding of advanced meditation (skills, states, stages, and transformations related to mastery and continued practice of meditation). Ongoing appointment is contingent upon performance and continued availability of funding. This position offers an excellent opportunity for junior scientists looking for research experience before applying to graduate school in the mind sciences (including neuroscience and clinical psychology Ph.D. programs) or medical school, or related positions in industry. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Collects & organizes patient data Maintains records and databases Uses software programs for data analysis, graph generation, and reports Assists with recruiting patients for research Obtains patient study data from medical records, physicians, etc. Conducts library searches Verifies the 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 Explains the study and obtains informed consent from subjects Performs study procedures. Assists with study regulatory submissions Writes consent forms Verifies subject inclusion/exclusion criteria Administrative support duties SKILLS/ABILITIES/COMPETENCIES REQUIRED: High attention to detail Excellent organizational skills Excellent ability to follow directions Excellent communication skills Working knowledge of research Ability to demonstrate respect and professionalism for other team members and research subjects Potentiallydesirablebut not required: experience with data science, computer programming, and/or computational modeling EDUCATION: Bachelor's degree required. EXPERIENCE: New graduates may be considered for the position outlined above. Value will be placed on proven experience with research and commitment to science. Additional Job Description 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.