Clinical Research Coordinator I | MGH Institute of Health Professions - Military Veterans

GENERAL SUMMARY/ OVERVIEW STATEMENT : The Laboratory for Neuropsychiatry and Neuromodulation at Massachusetts General Hospital and Harvard University is recruiting a full-time Clinical Research Coordinator I (CRC I) to join our laboratory and work on a variety of exciting and innovative human neuroscience projects under the mentorship of Dr. Paolo Cassano. Our laboratory is a multidisciplinary group conducting clinical, translational, and basic neuroscience research with neuropsychiatric populations, including Alzheimer's Disease, Down syndrome, Major Depressive Disorder, and Bipolar Disorder. We specialize in transcranial photobiomodulation (tPBM), a form of brain stimulation/neuromodulation, and use a wide variety of techniques, including neuroimaging (fMRI, PET, EEG), behavioral, and clinical assessments. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES : The CRC I will work closely with investigators, post-docs, and study staff to oversee current and upcoming studies. The CRC I's responsibilities will include but are not limited to: Conduct tPBM, MRI, and EEG experiments. Conduct clinical and neuropsychological assessments. Perform MRI, EEG and behavioral data analysis. Coordinate recruitment of study patients and subjects, and act as a resource for them and their families. Work closely with the Institutional Review Board (IRB) to maintain and update appropriate study regulatory forms. Compile and maintain clinical research databases, patient files, reports, regulatory binders, and study databases. Perform quality control data checks. Participate in the production of scholarly reports, research abstracts, posters, and manuscripts for publication (including privileged opportunities for first author roles when appropriate). Extensive training in brain stimulation, neuroimaging, clinical research, neuroscience, and writing skills will be provided. Strong scientific and career development mentoring will be provided, as well as opportunities to publish and present at national conferences. SKILLS/ABILITIES/COMPETENCIES REQUIRED : Background in neuroscience, psychology, neurobiology, or data science is preferred. Applicants with strong technical backgrounds in computer/data science or mathematics and an interest in applying these skills to neuroscience are given high priority. Interest in translational research and device-based treatment interventions is preferred Strong interpersonal, organizational, communication, and time management skills are a must. Candidates must be highly organized, attentive to detail and able to work independently. Applicants with prior experience in neuroimaging analysis (e.g., Freesurfer), EEG analysis (e.g. EEGLAB) or psychological task design software (e.g. Presentation, E-Prime, Psychophysics Toolbox, PsychoPy) will be given high priority. A strong background in programming (Unix, MATLAB, Python, R) and/or statistical analysis software (R, SPSS, Stata) will also be given high priority. Good writing and editing skills, and solid PC or Mac computer skills required. Experience with clinical populations is preferred but not required. Qualifications EDUCATION: B.A. or B.S. in neuroscience, psychology, neurobiology, or related fields. EXPERIENCE: 1+ years of directly related research experience strongly preferred. EEO Statement Massachusetts General Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. Applications from protected veterans and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged.Partner's Healthcare is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.