Research Program Assistant II
- Employer
- Johns Hopkins University
- Location
- Maryland, United States
- Salary
- Salary Not Specified
- Date posted
- Apr 20, 2021
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- Position Type
- Administrative, Academic Affairs, Research Administration
- Employment Type
- Full Time
General Summary/Purpose
The Research Program Assistant II will be responsible for screening, recruitment, data collection, and data entry for multiple ongoing research projects.Specific Duties & Responsibilities
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Complete screening process
in community and clinic settings to identify potential
participants.
Recruit and consent potential study participants
according to protocols’ inclusion and exclusion criteria; be
knowledgeable of the protocols so that study activities are
completed correctly.
Ensure proper written informed consent from each
study participant is obtained prior to entering study; ensure
proper storage of consent forms in participants’ research
records.
Track visit completion,
inform them of upcoming scheduled clinic appointments, and manage
study procedures concerns and/or issues that arise during visit
assessments.
Conduct and track follow-up assessments in a timely
fashion. Responsible for troubleshooting participant difficulties
with assessment completion.
Complete status update reports accurately and in a
timely fashion to inform the research
manager
Data collection responsibilities include abstracting
data from paper and electronic medical records, conducting baseline
and follow-up interviews over the phone or in person all according
to written procedure manuals.
Data management responsibilities include inputting,
organizing, editing, and verifying accuracy of data in
databases.
Responsible for requesting and coordinating pharmacy
refill records and current medication treatment
plans.
Responsible for tracking, shipping, quality control,
and cleaning of study devices.
Process, transport, package and prepare biological
materials for storage, testing, or
shipping.
Understand the importance and impact of data
integrity regarding honest reporting of sensitive and confidential
patient information.
Adhere to guidelines regarding the sensitivity and
confidential nature of patient
information.
Exercise good judgment, tact, and sensitivity at all
times.
Participate in weekly staff meetings to report on
screening, recruitment, and data collection progress and resolve
problems.
Work independently and under the direction of the
research manager to ensure successful completion of the clinical
research study.
Process participant
payments and maintain accurate financial
records.
Performing other study related or administrative
duties as assigned or requested.
Technical qualifications or specialized certifications:
Will need to complete IRB course work. Will need to complete DOT/IATA training.
Physical requirements for the job:
-
Sitting in a normal seated
position for extended periods of time.
Reaching by extending
hand(s) or arm(s) in any direction.
Finger dexterity required
to manipulate objects with fingers rather than with whole hand(s)
or arm(s), for example, using a keyboard.
Communication skills using
the spoken word.
Ability to attend to information presented one-on-one
and during staff meetings.
Ability to see within
normal parameters.
Ability to hear within
normal range.
Ability to move about
freely, climb stairs, and walk for extended periods with equipment
in tow.
Ability to lift 40 lbs of study equipment from ground
and carry.
Classified Title:Research Program Assistant
II
Working Title: Research Program
Assistant II
Role/Level/Range: ACRO40/E/02/CC
Starting Salary Range:$14.14 - $19.44/hr; Commensurate
with experience
Employee group: Full Time
Schedule: Monday-Friday; 8:30am-5:00pm, Up to 40 hrs/ week
Exempt Status: Non-Exempt
Location: 33-MD:Johns Hopkins Bayview
Department name: 10002817-SOM DOM Pulmonary
Personnel area: School of Medicine
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
Learn more:
https://www1.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/eeoc_self_print_poster.pdf
Important legal information
http://hrnt.jhu.edu/legal.cfm
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