Research Coordinator Jobs in Massachusetts
Research Coordinator jobs in Massachusetts are among the most active in the country, concentrated in academic medical centers, biotechnology firms, and public health agencies, with openings ranging from entry-level clinical trial assistants to senior protocol managers. Boston, Cambridge, and Worcester anchor the hiring market, where institutions like Massachusetts General Hospital, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, and Brigham and Women's Hospital maintain ongoing research coordinator pipelines. The most in-demand specialties are oncology clinical trials, epidemiological studies, and biotech drug development research. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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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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Research Coordinator Job Market in Massachusetts
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Who's Hiring
- Boston Medical Center13
- Massachusetts General Hospital13
- Brigham and Women's Hospital5
- Dana-Farber Cancer Institute4
- Harvard University3
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
What Massachusetts Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in research coordinator jobs across Massachusetts.
- Bachelor's degree in life sciences, public health, or a related field required
- Experience with IRB submissions, protocol management, and regulatory documentation
- Familiarity with clinical trial management systems such as OnCore, REDCap, or Medidata
- Knowledge of FDA regulations and Good Clinical Practice guidelines
- Strong data collection, participant recruitment, and record-keeping skills
- Ability to coordinate across multidisciplinary teams in fast-paced research environments
Research Coordinator Jobs in Massachusetts: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a research coordinator in Massachusetts?
Most research coordinator roles in Massachusetts require a bachelor's degree in a life science, nursing, public health, or a related field. While Massachusetts does not issue a state license specific to research coordination, many employers and academic medical centers strongly prefer or require the Certified Clinical Research Coordinator credential from the Association of Clinical Research Professionals or the Society of Clinical Research Associates certification. Gaining experience through a hospital research department, university lab, or biotech internship is the most direct path into the field.
Which companies hire research coordinators in Massachusetts?
Employers hiring research coordinators in Massachusetts right now include Boston Medical Center, Massachusetts General Hospital, and Brigham and Women's Hospital, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Massachusetts's deep concentration of academic medical centers, biotechnology companies, and contract research organizations means openings are distributed across hospital systems, life science campuses, and public health agencies throughout the state.
Which Massachusetts cities have the most research coordinator jobs?
Boston, Cambridge, and Worcester have the most research coordinator openings in Massachusetts. Boston and Cambridge dominate because they are home to the state's largest academic medical centers, teaching hospitals, and the Kendall Square biotech corridor, while Worcester draws consistent demand from UMass Memorial Medical Center and the University of Massachusetts Medical School research enterprise.
Are there remote research coordinator jobs in Massachusetts?
Yes, but they are limited. Research coordination often requires on-site patient contact, specimen handling, and direct protocol oversight, which makes fully remote work less common than in purely analytical roles. About 58% of research coordinator openings tied to Massachusetts are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with remote work most accessible for data management, regulatory affairs coordination, and sponsor-facing administrative functions.
How can I get hired as a research coordinator in Massachusetts with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying to research assistant or clinical trial assistant roles at Massachusetts academic medical centers, which regularly hire candidates without prior research experience and provide structured on-the-job training. Institutions like Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston Medical Center, and Dana-Farber Cancer Institute post entry-level research support positions that build directly toward coordinator responsibilities. A background in patient care, laboratory work, or public health data collection is a competitive advantage, and earning a Good Clinical Practice training certificate before applying helps differentiate candidates who are new to the field.
Where can I find and apply to research coordinator jobs in Massachusetts?
You can find and apply to research coordinator jobs in Massachusetts on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the state. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience level and specialty area, then apply directly to the positions that fit.
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