Job Description

Site: The General Hospital Corporation

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Under the supervision of the Principal Investigator, the Clinical Research Coordinator I applies state-of-the-art integrated PET and MRI and/or PET and CT imaging methods. Responsibilities include acquiring and analyzing data, administrative coordination, and working with different chronic pain patient populations.

The incumbent prepares interim and annual reports, as well was reports of completed projects for publication in technical journals, presentations at professional field meetings/conferences, and for use in further applied or theoretical research activities.

The goal of this research project is to evaluate the role of brain inflammation in the establishment and/or maintenance of persistent pain disorders.

Qualifications

Education
Bachelor's Degree Related Field of Study required

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
Yes

Licenses and Credentials

Experience
Some relevant research project work 0-1 year preferred

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Recruit and screen patients suffering from pain disorders.
• Act as a point of contact and study resource for participants.
• Administer tests and questionnaires.
• Prepare weekly updates on the study progress and troubleshoot study operations.
• Coordinate with Martinos Center staff to set up participants in the scanning environment.
• Operate the combined MRI-PET scanner at the Martinos Center.
• Maintain research data, study files, regulatory binders, and study databases.
• Perform data analysis and QA/QC data checks.
• Prepare interim reports for granting agencies (e.g., NIH) and assist on manuscripts of completed projects for publication in technical journals, presentations at professional field meetings/conferences, and for use in further applied or theoretical research activities.
• Assist PI in preparing and completing study reports and annual reviews.
• Processing and analysis of brain imaging data collected from the studies noted above.
• Assist in the hiring process of CRC and undergraduate intern candidates.
• Handle biospecimen (e.g., blood, saliva, urine) with proper training.

SKILLS & COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:

• The ability to work independently as well as part of an integrated research team.
• The ability to prioritize multiple tasks and handle fluctuating priorities and deadlines.
• Good communications skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

149 Thirteenth Street Building 149

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

$20.16 - $29.01/Hourly

Grade

5At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.

EEO Statement:

1200 The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

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