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Research Program Coordinator

Employer
Johns Hopkins University
Location
Maryland, United States
Salary
Salary Not Specified
Date posted
Apr 22, 2021

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General Job Description:

Under general supervision, this position manages the day-to-day administration of research programs conducted by Dr. Sheela N. Magge, a pediatric endocrinologist. Dr. Magge’s research focuses on obesity, insulin resistance, and type 2 diabetes in children, as well as the cardiovascular complications associated with these conditions. 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, but is not limited to:patient recruitment, scheduling and conducting study visits, obtaining informed consent, data entry, records management, expenditure oversight, and communicating with team members on the status of project(s).Effective communication and interpersonal skills are critical as the position involves significant interaction with children and families. The position will assist Dr. Magge with multiple research studies in the area of pediatric insulin resistance, type 2 diabetes, and cardiometabolic risk.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities:

  • High degree of understanding of research and applies general analytical skills to administer the logistical implementation of assigned projects, and to identify situations requiring special attention. Utilizing this knowledge, will ensure adherence to research protocols, operating procedures, and all associated internal/external regulations.
  • Using working knowledge will 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 developing an agenda and coordinating 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 requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in related field required. Some related experience. Additional related experience may substitute for required education, to the extent permitted by the 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.

Preferred qualifications:

  • Master’s degree in related field preferred.

Classified Title:Research Program Coordinator
Working Title: Research Program Coordinator
Role/Level/Range: ACRO40/E/03/CD
Starting Salary Range:$16.26 - $22.35 /Commensurate with experience
Employee group: Full Time
Schedule: M-F; 8 - 5
Exempt Status: Non-Exempt
Location: 04-MD:School of Medicine Campus
Department name: 10003077-SOM Ped Endocrine
Personnel area: Johns Hopkins University

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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School of Medicine - East Baltimore Campus


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
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