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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
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.; and maintaining and updating data generated by the study. Candidates who are in the process of completing their bachelor's degree have a six-month grace period from their hire date (up to one year if starting on a per diem basis) to provide degree equivalency verification.
Essential Functions
- Reviews proposals for compliance with sponsor and organizational guidelines; verifies that all sponsor requirements are met.
- Recruiting patients for clinical trials and conducting phone interviews.
- Verifies the accuracy of study forms and updates them per protocol.
- Prepares data for analysis and data entry.
- Documents patient visits and procedures.
- Assists with regulatory binders and QA/QC Procedures.
- Assists with interviewing study subjects.
- Assists with study regulator submissions.
Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree Related Field of Study required
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
Yes
Licenses and Credentials
Experience
Some relevant research project work 0-1 year preferred
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Careful attention to detail and good organizational skills.
- Ability to follow directions.
- Good interpersonal and communication skills.
- Computer literacy.
- Working knowledge of clinical research protocols.
- Ability to demonstrate respect and professionalism for subjects' rights and individual needs.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
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
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.; and maintaining and updating data generated by the study. Candidates who are in the process of completing their bachelor's degree have a six-month grace period from their hire date (up to one year if starting on a per diem basis) to provide degree equivalency verification.
Essential Functions
- Reviews proposals for compliance with sponsor and organizational guidelines; verifies that all sponsor requirements are met.
- Recruiting patients for clinical trials and conducting phone interviews.
- Verifies the accuracy of study forms and updates them per protocol.
- Prepares data for analysis and data entry.
- Documents patient visits and procedures.
- Assists with regulatory binders and QA/QC Procedures.
- Assists with interviewing study subjects.
- Assists with study regulator submissions.
Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree Related Field of Study required
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
Yes
Licenses and Credentials
Experience
Some relevant research project work 0-1 year preferred
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Careful attention to detail and good organizational skills.
- Ability to follow directions.
- Good interpersonal and communication skills.
- Computer literacy.
- Working knowledge of clinical research protocols.
- Ability to demonstrate respect and professionalism for subjects' rights and individual needs.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
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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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in research coordinator jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in a health, science, or social science field
- Experience supporting IRB submissions and human subjects compliance
- Proficiency with REDCap or similar electronic data capture systems
- Ability to recruit, screen, and schedule study participants
- Strong written communication for research documentation and reporting
- Familiarity with Good Clinical Practice guidelines or clinical trial operations
Tips for Your Research Coordinator Job Search
Tailor your resume to protocol types
Hiring managers want to see whether you've worked on clinical, social science, or lab-based research. Name the specific study designs you've supported, such as randomized controlled trials or longitudinal surveys, rather than listing generic research tasks.
Highlight IRB and compliance experience explicitly
Many postings require direct experience with IRB submissions or human subjects protections. If you've prepared or tracked IRB protocols, put that in its own bullet rather than folding it into a general responsibilities list.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists research coordinator openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Filter openings by study phase and setting
Research coordinator roles vary enormously between early-phase clinical trials, community health programs, and academic labs. Narrowing by setting helps you avoid applying to roles where the day-to-day tasks don't match your background.
Prepare a concrete example of data quality work
Interviewers consistently ask how you've caught errors, handled missing data, or maintained protocol fidelity. Walk through one specific instance, naming the tools you used and the outcome, rather than describing your general approach.
Follow up after your interview with a protocol question
A follow-up note that references a specific study challenge the team mentioned signals genuine interest. It also gives the hiring manager something to discuss when comparing candidates, which separates you from applicants who send a generic thank-you.
Research Coordinator Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most research coordinators?
Washington University in St. Louis, Johns Hopkins University, and Iterative Health are hiring the most research coordinators right now, with openings concentrated in Texas, California, and Florida, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Academic medical centers and contract research organizations account for a large share of active postings.
How many research coordinator jobs are remote?
About 40% of research coordinator openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though the share varies by research area. Survey-based social science and public health roles tend to offer more remote flexibility than clinical trial or lab-based positions, which require on-site participant contact.
How do you become a research coordinator?
Most research coordinators start with a bachelor's degree in a science, public health, or social science field, then build hands-on experience through internships, lab assistant roles, or clinical research volunteer work. Earning a Certified Clinical Research Coordinator credential strengthens your candidacy for clinical trial roles. Practical experience with IRB processes and data management tools matters as much as formal education to most hiring teams.
Can you get a research coordinator job with little or no experience?
Yes, entry-level research coordinator roles exist and are designed for candidates with limited professional experience. Volunteer work on university studies, senior capstone projects involving human subjects, or time as a clinical research assistant all count as relevant background. Emphasize any direct contact with study participants, data entry, or protocol documentation, even from academic settings, to show you understand the compliance and organizational demands of the work.
What does the research coordinator interview process look like?
Most research coordinator interviews include an initial phone or video screen with HR, followed by a second interview with the principal investigator or study team. You'll typically be asked behavioral questions about managing competing deadlines, handling protocol deviations, and working with participants. Some clinical trial employers add a brief written exercise or ask you to walk through how you'd handle a specific regulatory scenario before making an offer.
Where can I find and apply to research coordinator jobs?
You can find and apply to research coordinator jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your background and apply directly to each one that fits.
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