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1600 The McLean Hospital Corporation
Clinical Research Assistant II
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What they do
A Clinical Research Associate is responsible for running clinical trials, usually for an organization undertaking pharmacological drug testing. Will ensure that trials adhere to good clinical practice guidelines for monitoring clinical trials.
$107,665 / year median in Massachusetts
+4% projected growth
Job Description
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The McLean 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. Job Summary Summary Working independently and under very general supervision, provides support to clinical research studies. May be responsible for the following activities: making independent judgment of suitability of potential participants for clinical trials, developing and implementing patient recruitment strategies, recommending changes to protocols, managing existing datasets, and overseeing the work of more entry level staff. Does this position require Patient Care? No Essential Functions- Coordinates the implementation, both internally and externally, of sponsored clinical research studies.
- Initiates and maintains contact with study participants.
- Responsible for screening applicants, ensuring they meet appropriate criteria, and makes independent judgment as to the suitability of their participation.
- Working in concern with the Principal Investigator, develops and implements patient recruitment strategies.
- Develops, organizes, and/or maintains the study database.
- Responsible for data validation and quality control.
- May also conduct preliminary analyses and assist the lab's statistical consultant.
- In conjunction with the Principal Investigator, develops and implements new research protocols including design, data collection systems and institutional review board approval.
- Recommends changes to research protocols.
- Performs literature searches to support protocol development for new studies and the interpretation of existing datasets.
- Assists Principal Investigator with preparation for presentation and written published articles.
- Trains and orients new staff.
- May serve as a team leader or in a supervisory capacity in a smaller area.
- Assists Principal Investigator in screening subjects for IRB approved protocols and coordinating study visits.
- High degree of computer literacy; knowledge of data management programs.
- Ability to work independently.
- Excellent interpersonal skills are required for working with the study participants.
- Good oral and written communication skills; careful attention to detail.
- Analytical skills and the ability to resolve technical or research problems and issues and to interpret the acceptability of data results.
- Knowledge of clinical research protocols.
- Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize a variety of tasks.
- Ability to demonstrate respect and professionalism for subjects' rights and individual needs.
- Must be able to consistently demonstrate McLean Values of integrity, compassion and respect, diversity and teamwork, excellence and innovation in their work activities and interactions.
- Must have demonstrated an ability to work independently. Additional Job Details (if applicable) Remote Type Onsite Work Location 115 Mill Street Scheduled Weekly Hours 20 Employee Type Regular Work Shift Day (United States of America) Pay Range $23.61
- $35.
EEO Statement:
1600 The McLean 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.
Benefits
- Dental Insurance