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Positions at the MGH Center for Women’s Mental Health

We are accepting applications for the clinical research coordinator position (start date of June 2026). If you are interested in being considered for the role, please submit your resume and cover letter. 

Spring/Summer 2026 Start

Responsibilities:

The research coordinators in our Program are each assigned 1-2 active research projects and are responsible for the implementation of those projects under the guidance of the principal investigator(s) and the supervision of the senior research coordinator.

The research coordinators are primarily responsible for the following research activities:

  • Conducting research visits with study patients and study clinicians.
  • Managing the recruitment, screening and enrollment of research patients.
  • Administering psychiatric assessments.
  • Phlebotomy and specimen preparation (a phlebotomy course is offered at MGH).
  • Data collection and entry, and database management.
  • Preparation and submission of research protocols to the IRB.
  • Ensuring compliance with the Partners IRB and other federal and institutional guidelines.
  • Periodic special projects, such as a grant submission or a journal article submission.

Skills:

  • Critical thinking skills and ability to independently resolve problems.
  • Careful attention to details.
  • Time management and ability to prioritize.
  • Written and verbal communication skills.
  • Microsoft Office and general computer literacy.
  • Data management and analysis knowledge is advantageous, though not required.

Qualifications:

We are looking for candidates who possess a bachelor’s degree. At least one year of research experience, paid or un-paid, is preferred but not required. Annual compensation for this full-time position will start at $45,000 per year, and benefits are available. Candidates who can start in May or early June of 2026 are preferred. A two-year commitment is strongly preferred.

Work Environment:

Currently, our group is made up of seven research coordinators, a program manager, program coordinator, biostatistician, psychologist, and eleven psychiatrists. Three of our faculty are principal investigators, including the Director. The research coordinators and program team work closely with the study principal investigators and meet twice weekly as a group to review study progress. The group meets once a week for two hours to review clinical cases and ongoing research progress. This is a full-time hourly position with a 9:00-5:30 workday and a ½ hour unpaid lunch. Our Program is located in the Simches Research Building in a combined administrative and clinical space.

Note: Relocation to Boston is required for this position.

Overview

The Massachusetts General Hospital Ammon-Pinizzotto Center for Women’s Mental Health (CWMH) provides clinical consultation and research regarding the course and treatment of psychiatric disorders during pregnancy and the postpartum period. The Center also treats women with premenstrual dysphoric disorder and menopause related mood and anxiety disorders. For more information about the clinical and research program, please visit our website at http://www.womensmentalhealth.org.

The Program Manager will support the implementation, coordination, and operational execution of the active research program within the Center. This position holds primary operational authority for the coordination and execution of clinical research studies within the Center, including day-to-day task assignment, workflow management, and implementation of study protocols. The position is responsible for translating Principal Investigator direction into operational plans and ensuring studies meet recruitment, timeline, and data quality objectives through effective coordination of research staff and systems. The position reports directly to the Senior Program Manager, who provides oversight of performance and cross-study coordination. The position will work collaboratively with the Principal Investigators, the Center Manager, and the Registry Project Manager to ensure alignment across scientific direction, staffing constraints, and operational systems.

Core Responsibilities

  1. Research Implementation and Operations (45–55%)
    • Coordinate day-to-day implementation of clinical research studies, ensuring adherence to protocols, timelines, recruitment goals, and study deliverables
    • Oversee study workflows including recruitment, scheduling, data collection, and progress tracking across assigned studies
    • Support regulatory and data integrity activities, including IRB documentation, renewals, reporting requirements, and data quality assurance in collaboration with research and biostatistics staff
    • Develop and maintain operational systems for tracking study timelines, milestones, and dependencies, and ensure consistent application of standardized workflows
    • Facilitate communication across research, clinical, and administrative teams to support study execution and resolve operational barriers
    • Assist with preparation of sponsor reports, progress updates, and study documentation
    • Coordinate study meetings, including scheduling, agenda development, and documentation of action items
    • Support onboarding and training of research staff on study procedures and operational systems
    • Identify operational inefficiencies and implement process improvements to enhance workflow performance
    • Escalate study-related issues to Principal Investigators and or senior leadership as appropriate
  1. Grant Development and Submission Support (15–20%)
    • Coordinate timelines and task tracking for grant proposal development to ensure timely submission
    • Compile and organize proposal components, including biosketches, budgets, supporting documents, and institutional materials
    • Support preparation and formatting of grant applications in accordance with sponsor and institutional requirements
    • Liaise with institutional offices to facilitate submission processes and ensure compliance
    • Assist investigators in assembling progress reports, just-in-time materials, and other post-submission documentation
    • Maintain internal tracking of grant submissions, deadlines, and outcomes to support strategic planning
  1. Data Analysis and Manuscript Support (15–20%)
    • Conduct basic data cleaning, management, and descriptive analyses in collaboration with investigators and biostatistics staff
    • Generate tables, figures, and summary outputs to support study reports, presentations, and publications
    • Assist with interpretation of results in collaboration with investigators, ensuring accurate representation of findings
    • Support drafting and editing of manuscript sections, including methods, results, and abstracts, under investigator direction
    • Coordinate manuscript development timelines, including version control, co-author input, and journal submission processes
    • Prepare and format manuscripts in accordance with journal requirements and manage submission and revision tracking
  1. Website and Digital Content (10–15%)
    • Oversee updates to the Center website, including development and posting of content in collaboration with faculty and investigators
    • Maintain an editorial calendar to ensure consistent publication and dissemination of clinical and research content
    • Guide translation of research findings and clinical topics into accessible digital content for web-based dissemination
    • Oversee monitoring of website analytics and preparation of summary reports to inform content strategy and optimization
    • Coordinate social media and digital dissemination activities to ensure consistency with Center priorities and messaging
  1. Educational Programming (5–10%)
    • Oversee planning and execution of educational activities, including webinars, lectures, and training sessions
    • Coordinate logistical elements such as scheduling, materials preparation, and communications to ensure successful program delivery
    • Guide development and organization of educational content in collaboration with faculty
    • Oversee collection and synthesis of attendance and evaluation data to support continuous program improvement

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree in public health, psychology, or related field preferred
  • 3+ years of experience in clinical research, program coordination, or related field
  • Experience supporting human subjects research and familiarity with IRB processes
  • Basic proficiency in data analysis tools such as Excel, SPSS, R, or similar
  • Experience with REDCap
  • Familiarity with grant submission systems and manuscript submission platforms preferred

Skills and Competencies

  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and follow through on tasks independently
  • Clear and professional written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to synthesize and communicate complex information clearly
  • Strong problem-solving skills and sound judgment regarding when to escalate issues

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The Center for Women’s Mental Health is a clinical and research program within the Department of Psychiatry at MGH. Our Center is dedicated to the evaluation and treatment of psychiatric disorders associated with female reproductive function. The Program provides a range of clinical services to women, including: consultation regarding the use of psychiatric medications during pregnancy; treatment for postpartum mood and anxiety disorders; treatment for premenstrual syndrome; and treatment of menopause-related mood and anxiety symptoms, sleep disorders, and hot flashes. Our research examines a wide range of questions which affect the lives of women with these conditions.

Please complete an interest form and attach your resume and cover letter as one PDF.

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