Newborn Medicine Coop, Research, onsite

Mass General Brigham's Center for Child Development is offering a comprehensive co-op internship program designed to integrate research and clinical care under a shared vision of improving patient outcomes. The ideal candidate will contribute to our dual-focus on cutting-edge research and exemplary clinical services, identifying opportunities for care enhancement.

Key Responsibilities:

Research-Related Tasks:

* Support the implementation of research protocols by participating in systematic data collection.

* Assist in the analysis of data for ongoing research studies and contribute to manuscript preparation.

* Collaborate with the research team to identify and address areas for improvement in protocol implementation, participant family engagement and retention, and joint or collaborative work between clinical and research teams.

* Participate in the creation and submission of an abstract summarizing research activities and outcomes.

Clinical-Related Tasks:

* Perform patient intake duties, including vitals, medical history documentation, and room preparation.

* Assist in the turnover of patient rooms to maintain a clean and safe environment for care delivery.

* Aid in the preparation and organization of materials for upcoming patient visits.

* Observe and support clinical staff during patient interactions, ensuring a seamless care experience.

Administrative Tasks and Meetings:

* Attend regular meetings with Dr. Mandy Belfort and Dr. Melissa Woythaler to receive direction and discuss progress on assigned duties.

* Engage in proactive communication with both research and clinical teams to align daily tasks with the center's objectives.

* Document and report on task completion, challenges, and patient interactions as needed.

Qualifications:

* Current enrollment in a relevant undergraduate or graduate healthcare program.

* Strong commitment to both research excellence and high-quality clinical care.

* Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple tasks.

* Effective communication skills and proficiency in standard office software.

BWH is an Affirmative Action 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.