Translational Research Coordinator

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 Brastianos Laboratory at Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) is seeking a highly motivated individual for a full-time Translational Research Coordinator position. The Brastianos Lab is part of the Brain Tumor Research Center at MGH. We focus on the study of primary and metastatic brain tumors using multi-omic approaches integrated with in vitro and in vivo models. Insights gained from these studies are translated into novel therapeutic targets for cancer treatment.

In this role, the Translational Research Coordinator will play a critical part in bridging basic research and clinical application. Responsibilities include coordinating patient tissue collection, collaborating with multidisciplinary clinical and research teams, and supporting the progression of research from bench to bedside—and back to bench.

 

Qualifications

Responsibilities:

Clinical & Translational Research Coordination

• Consent neuro-oncology patients for participation in biobanking studies
• Coordinate patient tissue and data collection across clinical and laboratory teams
• Facilitate communication between clinicians, researchers, and external collaborators
• Assist with preparation and submission of regulatory documents, including IRB applications

Biospecimen, Data, and Database Management

• Oversee collection, tracking, storage, and documentation of patient-derived biospecimens (e.g., blood, cerebrospinal fluid, tumor tissue)
• Manage clinical and research databases, including retrospective data collection from medical records
• Ensure data integrity, quality control, and compliance with patient privacy and data security regulations

Laboratory Research & Sample Processing

• Process patient-derived samples and perform molecular biology techniques, including DNA/RNA extraction, tissue sectioning and staining, immunohistochemistry, BioAnalyzer runs, and PicoGreen assays
• Prepare and ship samples for external sequencing and analytical platforms (e.g., whole-exome, whole-genome, and T-cell receptor sequencing)
• Support general laboratory operations, including inventory management, ordering supplies, equipment quality control, and maintaining organized laboratory spaces

Training, Documentation, and Scientific Communication

• Train and mentor research staff and interns in translational research protocols, data collection procedures, and compliance standards
• Maintain detailed and accurate records of research activities
• Contribute to the preparation of manuscripts, abstracts, and scientific presentations for conferences and publications

 

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant scientific field (e.g., biology, biochemistry, genetics, molecular or cellular biology, neuroscience)
• Strong computer proficiency, including experience with Microsoft Excel and data management systems
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills with meticulous attention to detail
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, multidisciplinary research environment
• Demonstrated competence in research techniques and methodologies
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• At least one year of laboratory or clinical research experience strongly preferred

 

Remote Type

Onsite

 

Work Location

185 Cambridge Street

 

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

 

Employee Type

Regular

 

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

 

Pay Range

$20.16 - $29.01/Hourly

 

Grade

5

 

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 estimat