Clinical Research Coordinator II – Exercise Training Position Available In Middlesex, Massachusetts

Clinical Research Coordinator II

• Exercise Training Spaulding Hospital
• Boston and Cambridge United States, Massachusetts, Cambridge 1575 Cambridge Street (Show on map) Jun 18, 2025
  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.

; maintaining and updating data generated by the study. Additionally, it provides input into determining study subject suitability and input into recruitment strategy. Performs data analysis, interpretation, QA/QC, and assists in completing reports and presentations.
Does this position require Patient Care? No
Essential Functions

• Assists with determining the suitability of study subjects and acts as a resource for patients and families.
• Has input into recruitment strategies and may contribute to protocol recommendations.
• Administers scores and evaluates study questionnaires.
• Maintains research data, patient files, regulatory binders, and study databases.
• Performs data analysis and QA/QC checks and organizes and interprets data.
• Assists with preparation for annual review and assists PI in completing study reports and presentations.
• May assist with training and orientation of new staff members. Education
  Bachelor’s Degree Science required
  Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
  Yes
  Licenses and Credentials
  Experience
  Related post-bachelor’s degree research experience 1-2 years required
  Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• Ability to work more independently and as a team member.
• Computer literacy, analytical skills, and ability to resolve technical problems.
• Ability to interpret the acceptability of data results.
• Working knowledge of data management programs.

Summary Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital (SRH) is recruiting a Research Assistant to join the

Cardiovascular Lab’s:

Exercise for Persons with Disabilities (ExPD) Program. The ExPD Program is a one-of-a-kind program that uses Functional Electrical Stimulation (FES) in conjunction with adaptive rowing ergometers to provide a unique opportunity for people with spinal cord injuries or other neuromuscular conditions to engage in whole body exercise. This position includes CRC responsibilities involving several ongoing exercise training studies as well as managing the day to day operations in an adapted gym setting.

The environment is uplifting, inspiring, and overall, a fun place to be! The ideal candidate will have an educational background in exercise science or a similar field, and/or experience with exercise testing and training. This is a great opportunity for individuals who plan to pursue further education in an allied health field (PT, OT, etc.) Key Responsibilities

EXERCISE TRAINING

Contribute to the development of personalized exercise prescription for each client or research subject
Assist individuals with transfers and encourage and supervise their workouts
Orient and introduce clients and subjects to adapted rowing exercise training
Track training progress and compliance of clients and subjects
Prepare equipment for next scheduled user
Troubleshoot issues with exercise equipment
Answer or appropriately redirect questions from clients and subjects

EXERCISE TESTING

Assist with maximal exercise testing
Explain maximal exercise testing procedures to clients and subjects
Perform blood pressure measurements
Conduct Resting EKG testing
Administer questionnaires

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITES

Maintain exercise testing and training supplies and equipment
General administrative duties and paperwork
Schedule appointments
Assist with supervision of undergraduate interns
Keep an acceptable level of tidiness in the exercise rooms
Create and provide progress reports to clients and subject Qualifications and Experience Education/Degree Required Bachelor’s Degree required. Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science or a related field strongly preferred. Preferred Master’s Degree in scientific field related to the lab’s aims and methods of investigation is preferred for Clinical Research Coordinator II. Experience Required Direct clinical research experience
Knowledge of exercise testing protocols, exercise training paradigms, and exercise prescriptions. Skills Required Computer proficiency required. Microsoft office applications preferred with ability to learn new software. Preferred Highly developed communications and interpersonal skills, working with diverse population.
Work independently, be self-directed and contribute as a member of a team.
Anticipates challenges and develops and implements strategies for addressing them.
High level of service delivery. Demonstrate initiative with ability to prioritize work, meet deadlines and adapt to changing situations.
A proactive nature.
Ability to problem solve.
Attention to detail. Physical Requirements Standing Frequently (34-66%)
Walking Frequently (34-66%)
Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs

• 35lbs
  Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
  Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
  Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
  Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
  Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
  Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
  Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
  Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
  Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
  Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
  Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
  Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
  Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
  Vision•Far Constantly (67-100%)
  Vision•Near Constantly (67-100%)
  Talking Constantly (67-100%)
  Hearing Constantly (67-100%) The Spaulding Rehabilitation 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.