Project Coordinator
Company: Massachusetts General Physicians' Organization
Location: Boston
Posted on: October 29, 2024
Job Description:
Job Description - Project Coordinator (3309121)The Medical
Practice Evaluation Center (MPEC) at Massachusetts General Hospital
(MGH) is seeking a highly motivated and creative individual to help
implement investigator-led clinical research studies, primarily on
the topic of upper respiratory infections in the Boston area. In
collaboration with partner institutions across Mass General Brigham
and the US, we are conducting novel science to understand
respiratory infections that affect the general population.The
Project Coordinator will play a key role developing, organizing,
and implementing a multi-year household survey where participants
collect nasal and blood specimens for scientific investigation.
This will include interacting with participants, overseeing the
day-to-day operations of a fast-paced study, collaborating with
partner studies, ensuring high quality data collection, identifying
and addressing administrative challenges, and maintaining smooth
and efficient operations.MPEC is a research center at MGH that
informs health policy and transforms the care of underserved
populations worldwide through clinically-focused cost
effectiveness, epidemiologic, and implementation research. MPEC is
driven by a team of passionate and dedicated personnel from diverse
backgrounds who exemplify professionalism, respect, and integrity
in their work. There are opportunities to expand this role to other
projects within MPEC.MPEC is unified by several core values:
- Humility and mutual respect in our collaborations with external
partners
- Equity - as a common objective both as an organization and in
our work
- Prioritization of collective success through a culture of
sharing
- Mentorship - to develop the next generation of investigators
and leaders
- Recognition of all team members as contributors
- Balance in work and life - recognizing the tremendous value in
both
- A can-do and creative attitude in all that we doWhen applying,
please upload a cover letter and resume. Applications that do not
include both components will NOT be considered.Responsibilities
include, but are not limited to, the following activities:
- Meet weekly with project directors and study team.
- Collaborate with study team to define and meet enrollment
goals, study procedures and reporting expectations, and maintain a
study schedule. Delegating tasks as necessary.
- Engage with potential participants to gauge interest in study
procedures and conduct consenting procedures.
- Conduct participant visits as needed in their homes,
potentially to include phlebotomy.
- Obtain patient study data from medical records.
- Maintain and enter data in a study REDCap database and conduct
quality checks.
- Serve as a liaison between various entities including study
sponsors, scientific labs, couriers, phlebotomists, and
participants, among others.
- Act as a study resource for participants, their families, as
well as colleagues.
- Manage study logistics from scheduling with participants,
arranging for delivery of study supplies, and preparing MD orders
for signing.
- Throughout project duration, plan, track, and report on project
tasks, deliverables, milestones, responsible parties, timelines,
etc.
- Proactively take steps to help others move forward, whether it
is planning project-specific meetings, getting people to make
decisions, bringing in additional resources, etc.
- Participate in identifying new staff, onboarding and training,
as needed.
- Procure study supplies and manage inventory to allow work
without interruptions.Regulatory/compliance responsibilities:
- Assist with the preparation of Data Use Agreements,
Institutional Review Board (IRB) applications, and related
documents regarding the protection of human subjects.
- Report adverse events in accordance with the protocol and the
Partners Human Research Committee policies.QUALIFICATIONS:Job
qualifications required:
- 3+ years of experience in an academic, clinical research, or
related setting.
- Rigorous academic and professional background.
- Experience in clinical research is a must.
- Master's degree in public health, management, or related
field.
- Familiarity with health outcomes/epidemiology research, basic
science, and/or community engagement.DESIRED
SKILLS/ABILITIES/COMPETENCIES:Technical skills:
- Experience with clinical research administration and data
management.
- Experience with research regulation and oversight (e.g., human
subjects research, GCP, FDA, clinicaltrials.gov).
- Phlebotomy training or willingness to be trained on the
job.
- Experience with Microsoft applications (Word, PowerPoint,
Excel).
- Understanding of data management and reporting.
- Ability to keep excellent written records and adhere to
timelines.Gets Results/Takes Initiative:
- High personal work standards, sense of urgency about results,
and a positive can-do attitude.
- Problem-solving ability, including the ability to gather
information, identify resources, and imagine alternatives,
meticulous attention to detail.
- Demonstrates initiative and creativity, even in ambiguous
situations with limited direction.
- Ability to work effectively under pressure and within short
time constraints.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Able to understand, interpret, communicate, and train others on
study protocols and data.
- Build collaborative relationships both inside and outside the
group.This description has been designed to indicate the general
nature and level of work performed by an employee within this
position. The actual duties, responsibilities, and qualifications
may vary based on need.WORKING CONDITIONS:Duties will be carried
out primarily in a typical office environment. Evening or weekend
work may be required. Ability to travel throughout the greater
Boston area required.
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