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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
Qualifications
The HealthSpan Lab at Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital, directed by Dr. Daniel Daneshvar, is seeking a Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC) to support studies and clinical programs focused on brain and body health across the lifespan. The lab investigates how repeated head impacts and traumatic brain injuries affect long-term neurological and physical health, with particular attention to conditions such as chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), and to factors that influence recovery and HealthSpan.
In addition to supporting research within the HealthSpan Lab and the Rehabilitation Outcomes Center (ROCS), the CRC will play a key role in the NFL Players Association (NFLPA) Brain and Body Program, a multidisciplinary clinical initiative providing comprehensive evaluations for retired professional athletes. The coordinator will assist with participant recruitment, scheduling, data management, and integration of clinical and research workflows across these programs.
Candidates should have a bachelor’s degree, strong organizational and communication skills, and experience in clinical research or public health. Backgrounds in neurology, rehabilitation, or sports medicine are preferred.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
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%)
Remote Type
Work Location
Scheduled Weekly Hours
Employee Type
Work Shift
Pay Range
Grade
At 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:
Mass General Brigham Competency Framework
At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.
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
Qualifications
The HealthSpan Lab at Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital, directed by Dr. Daniel Daneshvar, is seeking a Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC) to support studies and clinical programs focused on brain and body health across the lifespan. The lab investigates how repeated head impacts and traumatic brain injuries affect long-term neurological and physical health, with particular attention to conditions such as chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), and to factors that influence recovery and HealthSpan.
In addition to supporting research within the HealthSpan Lab and the Rehabilitation Outcomes Center (ROCS), the CRC will play a key role in the NFL Players Association (NFLPA) Brain and Body Program, a multidisciplinary clinical initiative providing comprehensive evaluations for retired professional athletes. The coordinator will assist with participant recruitment, scheduling, data management, and integration of clinical and research workflows across these programs.
Candidates should have a bachelor’s degree, strong organizational and communication skills, and experience in clinical research or public health. Backgrounds in neurology, rehabilitation, or sports medicine are preferred.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
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%)
Remote Type
Work Location
Scheduled Weekly Hours
Employee Type
Work Shift
Pay Range
Grade
At 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:
Mass General Brigham Competency Framework
At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.
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Who's Hiring
- EmVenio Research89
- Thermo Fisher Scientific60
- サイネオス・ヘルス58
- The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center58
- Washington University in St. Louis48
Top Industries Hiring
- Education110
- Healthcare & Medical Services100
- Consulting & Professional Services48
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals37
- Science & Research15
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in clinical research assistant jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in life sciences, biology, nursing, public health, or a related field
- Good Clinical Practice (GCP) certification or willingness to complete it before starting
- Experience with electronic data capture systems such as Medidata Rave, REDCap, or similar platforms
- Familiarity with IRB submission processes, informed consent procedures, and protocol compliance
- Strong attention to detail in source document verification, adverse event reporting, and data query resolution
- Prior experience in a clinical, laboratory, or research setting through internships, co-ops, or volunteer work
Tips for Your Clinical Research Assistant Job Search
Tailor your resume to trial phases
Hiring managers scan for Phase I, II, or III experience. List the specific trial phases you've worked on, the therapeutic areas covered, and whether you handled informed consent, adverse event reporting, or data entry in an EDC system like Medidata Rave or REDCap.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists clinical research assistant openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Highlight GCP certification on every application
Good Clinical Practice certification is a baseline expectation in most postings. Put it in your resume summary and your skills section so it clears automated screening filters before a recruiter ever reads your application.
Filter openings by sponsor type strategically
Academic medical centers, CROs, and pharma sponsors run trials differently and hire for different strengths. CROs want protocol deviation experience and site monitoring prep. Pharma sponsors often prioritize regulatory documentation and IND filing familiarity. Target your cover letter to the sponsor type.
Prepare case-based answers for behavioral interviews
Interviewers will ask how you handled a protocol deviation, a consent issue, or a data query you couldn't resolve immediately. Have two or three specific examples ready that walk through what happened, what you did, and what the outcome was for the study team.
Follow up after submission with a research-specific note
A brief follow-up email that references the therapeutic area of the trial or the PI's published work signals genuine interest. Research coordinators and hiring managers in clinical settings notice candidates who understand the science behind the position.
Clinical Research Assistant Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most clinical research assistants?
The most active employers for clinical research assistants right now are EmVenio Research, Thermo Fisher Scientific, and サイネオス・ヘルス, and the most openings are in California, Texas, and Florida, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Academic medical centers and contract research organizations consistently account for a large share of open roles.
How many clinical research assistant jobs are remote?
About 42% of clinical research assistant openings are fully remote or hybrid as of August 2026, though fully remote positions are more common in regulatory affairs coordination, data management, and trial monitoring than in roles that require direct patient contact or on-site specimen collection.
How do you become a clinical research assistant?
Start with a bachelor's degree in a life science, nursing, public health, or a closely related field, then complete a Good Clinical Practice certification course. Gain hands-on experience through a clinical internship, research lab, or hospital volunteer program. Apply to entry-level coordinator or research associate postings at academic medical centers, CROs, or hospital systems, and highlight any EDC system exposure and protocol compliance work in your application materials.
Can you get a clinical research assistant job with little or no experience?
Yes, many entry-level clinical research assistant roles are open to candidates whose experience comes from coursework, lab internships, hospital volunteering, or clinical rotations rather than paid trial work. Emphasize GCP training, any IRB or ethics coursework, and hands-on data collection or patient interaction skills. Positions at academic medical centers and teaching hospitals tend to be more open to new graduates than those posted by large CROs.
What does the clinical research assistant interview process look like?
Most hiring processes start with a phone or video screen focused on your research background and GCP knowledge, followed by a panel interview with the principal investigator, study coordinator, or department manager. You'll likely be asked behavioral questions about protocol adherence, patient interaction, and handling data discrepancies. Some sites add a brief skills assessment on regulatory documentation or EDC system familiarity before an offer is extended.
Where can I find and apply to clinical research assistant jobs?
You can find and apply to clinical research assistant jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your experience level and therapeutic area focus, then apply directly to each listing that fits your background and location preferences.
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