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Clinical Research Assistant

Mass General Brigham·Somerville, Massachusetts

$18 - $24/hrPart TimeOn Site0-2 yrsPosted 1 month ago
Practice for this role

Clinical Research Assistant · $18 - $24/hr

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

  • -51% vs. median posted rate for administration roles in Massachusetts ($36.00/hr, n=646)
  • 4 similar openings in the Somerville area
  • 11 days median time this employer’s postings stay open (last 90 days)
$15.00/hr · lowesthighest · $52,000/hr
this role: $17.71/hrmedian $36.00/hr

Shaded band: the middle 50% of 646 posted administration roles in Massachusetts rates. This role sits in the 13th percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 51% below the Massachusetts median for administration roles.

The Clinical Research Assistant will review maternal and infant medical records to extract clinical information for the National Pregnancy Registry for Psychiatric Medications. They will also enter this data into secure research databases and participate in quality assurance activities to ensure data consistency.

Site: The General Hospital Corporation

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 The Center for Women's Mental Health is seeking a detail-oriented Clinical Research Assistant (Medical Record Review) to support the National Pregnancy Registry for Psychiatric Medications (NPRPM), a prospective observational research study that evaluates pregnancy and infant outcomes following prenatal exposure to psychiatric medications.

The Registry collects information through participant interviews and medical record review to better understand the safety of medication use during pregnancy.

The Clinical Research Assistant will review maternal and infant medical records and extract clinical information for pregnancy safety research.

The successful candidate will receive training in reviewing obstetric, neonatal, pediatric, and specialty medical records and will learn to identify and document standardized clinical information used in research studies.

This position is ideal for medical assistants, pre-PA or PA students, pre-med students, nursing students, or other individuals with clinical experience who are interested in gaining experience in clinical research and medical record review.

The position offers flexible part-time hours and the opportunity to contribute to research that informs clinical care during pregnancy.

Qualifications

Review maternal, obstetric, delivery, neonatal, pediatric, and specialty medical records. Identify and document relevant clinical information using standardized research procedures. Extract and document information related to maternal medical history, pregnancy complications, labor and delivery, newborn outcomes, and infant health and development. Enter abstracted information into secure research databases. Review records for completeness and identify missing or conflicting information. Participate in training and quality assurance activities to ensure consistent data collection. Maintain participant confidentiality and comply with HIPAA and institutional research policies. Collaborate with investigators and research staff to resolve questions regarding medical documentation.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Requirements

Candidates must have completed a Medical Assistant program or be currently enrolled in a health professions training program such as nursing, medicine, or physician assistant studies. Familiarity with medical terminology and strong attention to detail are essential for this role.

  • professional certificate
  • Documentation
  • Organizational skills
  • Pathology
  • Anatomy
  • Physiology
  • Attention to detail
  • Electronic medical records
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Data entry
  • Quality assurance
  • Medical terminology
  • Clinical research
  • Medical record review
  • Maternal-child health

Benefits

  • Career advancement opportunities
  • Bonuses
  • Recognition programs
  • Differentials
  • Premiums

Posting details

Employment type
Part Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Salary
$18 - $24/hr
Location
Somerville, Massachusetts
Posted
Aug 11, 2026
Closes
Nov 28, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Mass General Brigham

Mass General Brigham is an integrated academic health care system, uniting great minds to solve the hardest problems in medicine for our communities and the world. Mass General Brigham connects a full continuum of care across a system of academic medical centers, community and...

IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypeNonprofit
Size10,001+ employees
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Minimum Qualifications

Completion of a Medical Assistant program, current enrollment in a health professions training program (e.g., Physician Assistant, nursing, medicine, public health), or equivalent combination of education and clinical experience. Familiarity with medical terminology. Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills. Strong written and computer skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working in a healthcare setting. Experience reviewing electronic medical records. Coursework in anatomy, physiology, pathology, or maternal-child health. Knowledge and Skills Ability to interpret clinical documentation from multiple healthcare settings. Ability to recognize relevant clinical information within complex medical records. High level of accuracy and attention to detail. Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and high-quality research standards. Ability to work independently after training.

Remote Type Onsite

Work Location 399 Revolution Drive: Scheduled Weekly Hours 0

Employee Type Temporary: Work Shift Rotating (United States of America)

Pay Range $17.71 - $24.28/Hourly

Grade 2

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

1200 The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

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.

Market context

Clinical research roles remain active in Massachusetts

Clinical Research Assistant openings in Massachusetts are often driven by hospitals, universities, and research centers running ongoing studies, so demand can stay steady where clinical trials are active. This role is competitive because employers usually want a bachelor’s degree, strong organization, attention to detail, and familiarity with research protocols, even for entry-level candidates. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then tailor your application to any protocol, data entry, or study coordination experience you have.

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