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Clinical Research Coordinator 1

Massachusetts General Hospital
United States, Massachusetts, Boston
125 Nashua Street (Show on map)
Mar 18, 2026
Summary: Following established policies, procedures, and study protocols, provides assistance on clinical research studies, including recruiting, evaluating, and consenting patients for studies; collecting and organizing patient data; scheduling patients for study visits; performing clinical tests such as phlebotomy, EKGs, etc.; and maintaining and updating data generated by the study. Candidates who are in the process of completing their bachelor's degree have a six-month grace period from their hire date (up to one year if starting on a per diem basis)to provide degree equivalency verification. Essential Functions: Reviews proposals for compliance with sponsor and organizational guidelines; verifies that all sponsor requirements are met. -Recruiting patients for clinical trials and conducting phone interviews. -Verifies the accuracy of study forms and updates them per protocol. -Prepares data for analysis and data entry. -Documents patient visits and procedures. -Assists with regulatory binders and QA/QC Procedures. -Assists with interviewing study subjects. -Assists with study regulator submissions. Education: Bachelor's degree required. Major in psychology is preferred. Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? Yes Experience: The position also requires prior experience with scientific literature reviews (e.g., tracking down and summarizing research articles). Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: In order to successfully fulfill job responsibilities, we anticipate the following attributes are required: - Excellent organizational skills - Excellent communication skills - Proficiency in all Microsoft Office applications (e.g., Word, PowerPoint, Excel) - Facility with smartphone applications and web platforms, ideally with respect to health behavior change, but a general facility is acceptable - Willingness to work closely with individuals with substance use problems and other psychiatric disorders - On a personal level, the candidate should possess then ability to handle fluctuating priorities and deadlines, good communication skills, and the ability to work independently as well as with others - Ability to work effectively in the remote and in-person context The following attributes are preferred, but not required: - An interest in the substantive focus of the studies which the CRC will be coordinating (e.g., positive psychology, smoking cessation, mobile technologies, recovery from substance use disorder, recovery support services) - Basic proficiency in SAS (preferred) and/or other statistical software programs How to Apply: Required components of the application include: 1. Completion of the MGH online application form 2. Attaching your resume o Specifying your undergraduate grade point average (GPA) in your resume o Specifying your undergraduate major in your resume; minors, if applicable 3. Attaching your cover letter; this cover letter should address the following points: o Why are you interested in this particular CRC position? o What skills or previous research experience do you have that would make you an asset to Dr. Hoeppner's team? o What do you hope to gain from your experience in this position? o What are your career goals and/or plans for further education (if any) after your CRC position? 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.