We are seeking a
Research Program Coordinator who will oversee the day-to-day administration of research programs. Studies are patient-oriented clinical studies, involving human subjects. This position will coordinate protocol implementation and monitor the collection of data for studies. The range of duties includes patient recruitment, scheduling and conducting study visits, obtaining informed consent, data entry, and records management, expenditure oversight, collecting and processing bio-specimens, communicating with team members on the status of project. Effective communication and interpersonal skills are critical as the position involves significant interaction with patients.
Specific Duties & Responsibilities
- High degree of understanding of research and applies general analytical skills to administer the logistical implementation of assigned projects and identify situations requiring special attention. Utilizing this knowledge, will ensure adherence to research protocols, operating procedures, and all associated internal/external regulations.
- Working knowledge to assist in developing recruitment tools for assigned study(s), which include protocol/study specific data collection forms, drafting and placing approved advertisements, and contacting physicians for possible referrals.
- Develop moderately complex tracking database/spreadsheet based on study requirements utilizing Excel, REDCap, or similar software applications.
- Abstract data from patient medical records that requires some interpretation.
- Monitors data quality and accuracy as required by research protocol.
- Will run pre-established queries and may develop ad-hoc queries/reports as requested.
- Utilizing working knowledge of study(s), will participate in meetings to provide operational updates, report on any operational issues, and may make recommendations for resolutions to new/outstanding operational issues.
- Will coordinate study(s) meetings, including develop an agenda and coordinate information and participation of individuals from other institutions.
- Oversee budget expenditures based on the study(s) operational expectation.
- Complies with all regulatory/IRB guidelines including, but not limited to, preparation and submission of study protocols, consent forms, amendments, and annual continuing reviews.
- Will act as the primary contact for study participants, including scheduling, confirming appointments, and escorting/directing to various locations on/off campus.
- Ensure that case files and accompanying paperwork are organized and current.
- Assists with data analysis, interpretation, manuscript and abstract preparation. Although training in statistical analysis is not a requirement, familiarity with data analysis software is a plus.
- Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in related discipline.
- Additional related experience may substitute for required education, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.
Classified Title: Research Program Coordinator
Role/Level/Range: ACRO40/E/03/CD
Starting Salary Range: $16.75-$23.00-$29.30 HRLY (Commensurate with experience)
Employee group: Full Time
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Exempt Status: Non-Exempt
Location: Hybrid/School of Medicine Campus
Department name: SOM OB GYN Maternal Fetal Medicine
Personnel area: School of Medicine
Total Rewards
The referenced salary range is based on Johns Hopkins University’s good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level. Johns Hopkins offers a total rewards package that supports our employees' health, life, career and retirement. More information can be found here: https://hr.jhu.edu/benefits-worklife/
Job Description
Please refer to the job description above to see which forms of equivalency are permitted for this position. If permitted, equivalencies will follow these guidelines:
JHU Equivalency Formula: 30 undergraduate degree credits (semester hours) or 18 graduate degree credits may substitute for one year of experience. Additional related experience may substitute for required education on the same basis. For jobs where equivalency is permitted, up to two years of non-related college course work may be applied towards the total minimum education/experience required for the respective job.
- Applicants who do not meet the posted requirements but are completing their final academic semester/quarter will be considered eligible for employment and may be asked to provide additional information confirming their academic completion date.
The successful candidate(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check. Johns Hopkins is committed to hiring individuals with a justice-involved background, consistent with applicable policies and current practice. A prior criminal history does not automatically preclude candidates from employment at Johns Hopkins University. In accordance with applicable law, the university will review, on an individual basis, the date of a candidate’s conviction, the nature of the conviction and how the conviction relates to an essential job-related qualification or function.
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