Research Program Coordinator
- Employer
- Johns Hopkins University
- Location
- Maryland, United States
- Salary
- Salary Not Specified
- Posted
- Feb 16, 2021
- Position Type
- Administrative, Academic Affairs, Research Administration
- Employment Type
- Full Time
The Research Program Coordinator will be responsible for the conduct of study protocols designed around individuals with pain. Responsibilities will include recruiting, enrolling and following participants in the studies. Works closely with the Principal Investigator (PI) and Sr. Research Program Coordinator in all aspects of study management. Communicates with study team and PI on all clinical aspects of patient management. Works with other staff members to ensure rapid data entry and high level of quality control.
Specific Duties & Responsibilities
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Recruit, screen and enroll
eligible subjects for participation in research protocols with
final authorization from principal investigator and/or research
team leader
Perform blood draws and
processing
As a principal
investigator designee, explain the protocol in detail and obtain
informed consent from potential subjects
Verify patient eligibility
for studies with principal investigator and/or research team
leader
Obtain medical release of
information from patient as needed per protocol
Coordinate and document
all aspects of subjects’ participation (including subject
interviews, telephone contact with subject or friends/family of the
patient; conversations with the research team and all medical
providers who participate in the patients care, etc.) to ensure a
comprehensive and consistent approach to the subject management on
protocol
Ensures collection of
pertinent data from internal and external sources and monitors
compliance with requirements of the clinical
studies
Monitor clinical course of
subject’s enrolled in clinical trials, under nursing supervision,
ensuring that research protocol is executed
appropriately
Maintain and complete
protocol specific patient records and Case Report Forms
(CRF).
Maintain a good working
knowledge of all assigned protocols
Maintain confidential
records of required source documentation on each assigned research
subject on protocol
Meet regularly with
Principal Investigators, Sr. Research Program Coordinators and
protocol team leaders to review patient participation, data
accuracy and overall project progress
Provide updates on current
progress of the study as requested
Maintain patient study
calendars
Schedule patient study
appointments
Control quality of source
documentation and research integrity
Detect and help solve
logistical, technical and patient related problems as they pertain
to protocol participation
Coordinate laboratory
specimen processing and handling with appropriate lab
supervisors.
Attend study meetings to
represent the research unit and grow in knowledge of data quality
and the federal regulations governing clinical
research.
Participate in other
research initiatives as workload allows
Willingness to use
personal vehicle for recruitment off site
Other duties as assigned
by the Research and Sponsored Projects Manager or the PI of the
project.
- Bachelor's degree in related discipline
- Some related experience
Additional education may substitute for required experience and additional related experience may substitute for required education, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula:
* 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 the 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. *- Phlebotomy training, and demonstrated proficiency.
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Experience with clinical
research desirable
Experience with protocol
implementation and patient coordination
preferred
- Experience with completion of data sets (Case Report Forms) desirable
- Certification as a registered Phlebotomist by a nationally recognized agency is preferred (e.g., National Center for Competency Testing, American Medical Technologists, American Society for Clinical Pathology, American Society for Clinical Pathology, American Society of Phlebotomy Technicians, National Phlebotomy Association).
Special Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Ability to work with populations across ages, sexual orientations, socio-economic circumstances
- Highly effective verbal and written communication skills are required as is attention to detail and the ability to complete multiple tasks on a timely basis
- Knowledge of standard computer software (e.g. Microsoft office) required
- Ability to maintain meticulous records
- A high degree of self-motivation and the ability to function both as a team member and independently
- Ability to prioritize workload on a daily and weekly basis
- Ability to work well with others to solve problems
- Ability to work under pressure and within deadlines and prioritizes multiple tasks
- Ability to maintain participant confidentiality
- Excellent oral and written communication skills, and organizational skills
- Ability to work well with patients and show a high degree of motivation in enrolling participants
- Interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with Principal Investigator, Senior Research Program Coordinator, and other staff members and research participants
Technical qualifications or specialized certifications:
- HIPAA and Research Compliance certification training relevant to human subjects’ research and other JHU classes as required.
Classified Title:Research Program
Coordinator
Working Title: Research Program
Coordinator
Role/Level/Range: ACRO37.5/03/CD
Starting Salary Range:$16.26 - $22.35; Commensurate
with Experience
Employee group: Full Time
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:30am-5:00am, Up to 37.5 hrs/
week
Exempt Status: Non-Exempt
Location: 06-MD:School of Nursing
Department name: 60009277-Research Administration
Personnel area: School of Nursing
The successful candidate(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check.
If you are interested in applying for employment with The Johns Hopkins University and require special assistance or accommodation during any part of the pre-employment process, please contact the HR Business Services Office atjhurecruitment@jhu.edu. For TTY users, call via Maryland Relay or dial 711.
The following additional provisions may apply depending on which campus you will work. Your recruiter will advise accordingly.
During the Influenza ("the flu") season, as a condition of employment, The Johns Hopkins Institutions require all employees who provide ongoing services to patients or work in patient care or clinical care areas to have an annual influenza vaccination or possess an approved medical or religious exception. Failure to meet this requirement may result in termination of employment.
The pre-employment physical for positions in clinical areas, laboratories, working with research subjects, or involving community contact requires documentation of immune status against Rubella (German measles), Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Varicella (chickenpox), Hepatitis B and documentation of having received the Tdap (Tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis) vaccination. This may include documentation of having two (2) MMR vaccines; two (2) Varicella vaccines; or antibody status to these diseases from laboratory testing. Blood tests for immunities to these diseases are ordinarily included in the pre-employment physical exam except for those employees who provide results of blood tests or immunization documentation from their own health care providers. Any vaccinations required for these diseases will be given at no cost in our Occupational Health office.
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The successful candidate(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check.
If you are interested in applying for employment with The Johns Hopkins University and require special assistance or accommodation during any part of the pre-employment process, please contact the HR Business Services Office at jhurecruitment@jhu.edu. For TTY users, call via Maryland Relay or dial 711.
The following additional provisions may apply depending on which campus you will work. Your recruiter will advise accordingly.
During the Influenza ("the flu") season, as a condition of employment, The Johns Hopkins Institutions require all employees who provide ongoing services to patients or work in patient care or clinical care areas to have an annual influenza vaccination or possess an approved medical or religious exception. Failure to meet this requirement may result in termination of employment.
The pre-employment physical for positions in clinical areas, laboratories, working with research subjects, or involving community contact requires documentation of immune status against Rubella (German measles), Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Varicella (chickenpox), Hepatitis B and documentation of having received the Tdap (Tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis) vaccination. This may include documentation of having two (2) MMR vaccines; two (2) Varicella vaccines; or antibody status to these diseases from laboratory testing. Blood tests for immunities to these diseases are ordinarily included in the pre-employment physical exam except for those employees who provide results of blood tests or immunization documentation from their own health care providers. Any vaccinations required for these diseases will be given at no cost in our Occupational Health office.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Note: Job Postings are updated daily and remain online until filled.
EEO is the Law
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