• Research Program Coordinator

    Johns Hopkins University (Baltimore, MD)


    The Department of Neurology is seeking a **_Research Program Coordinator_** . The Research Program Coordinator ensures the smooth operation of clinical research studies and trials. They are responsible for various tasks that contribute to the successful execution of the research process.

     

    Specific Duties and Responsibilities

    _Participant Recruitment_

    + Initiate phone calls to potential participants and assess their eligibility according to study protocols.

    + Review study protocols with potential participants and confirm their understanding and willingness to participate.

    + Consent of the participants for the study.

    _Visit Scheduling and Coordination_

    + Monitor the study visit calendar to identify upcoming visits that need to be scheduled.

    + Contact participants to schedule appointments, coordinating with their availability and study requirements.

    + Coordinate the scheduling of various procedures, including MRI appointments, DAT scans, and LP procedures, by communicating with different departments/team members involved.

    _Pre-Visit Preparation_

    + Assisting the Research Nurse Supervisor, Research Coordinator, and Principal Investigator in developing and implementing study operating procedures related to recruitment, retention, study visits, and specimen bank while ensuring that quality control procedures are followed.

    + Conduct MRI Screening form interviews over the phone before participants' MRI appointments.

    + Facilitate virtual or in-person consent procedures for participants before any study-related procedures.

    _Database Management and Documentation_

    + Add participants to OnCore and update their status as they progress through the study phases.

    + Collaborate with the research team to ensure accurate record-keeping and data entry.

    + Manage and maintain essential study documents and ensure they are current.

    _Communication and Coordination_

    + Collaborate with various team members, including medical office coordinators, nurses, and providers, to schedule study-related visits and troubleshoot ongoing issues.

    + Coordinate appointments and communicate with external professionals, such as radiology and other clinical departments.

    + Send confirmation letters to participants with visit details well before their appointments.

    _Data Collection and Monitoring_

    + Perform cognitive assessments on the day of participants' visits.

    + Record vital signs and update medical condition logs during study visits.

    + Review and manage clinical laboratory results from external providers, obtaining necessary signatures for clinical significance.

    _Post-Visit Follow-Up and Logistics_

    + Conduct post-visit adverse assessment calls for patients who underwent specific procedures.

    + Coordinate the shipment of samples, including arranging for dry ice and scheduling pickups with shipping providers.

    + Ensure that participant reimbursement and financial transactions are handled accurately and discreetly.

    _Team Collaboration and Support_

    + Collaborate with other team members, including Student Research Assistants, to ensure smooth study operations.

    + Support the training and supervision of student assistants during their involvement in the study.

    + This role requires excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills to coordinate various aspects of the research process effectively. It also demands attention to detail, the ability to manage multiple tasks, and a strong commitment to maintaining ethical standards and participant confidentiality.

    Minimum Qualifications

    + Bachelor's Degree in related discipline.

     

    Classified Title: Research Program Coordinator

    Role/Level/Range: ACRO40/E/03/CD

    Starting Salary Range: $17.20 - $30.30 HRLY (Commensurate w/exp.)

     

    Employee group: Full Time

     

    Schedule: M-F 8:30 am - 5:00p m

     

    FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

     

    Department name: SOM Neuro Movement Disorders

    Personnel area: School of Medicine

    The listed salary range represents the minimum and maximum Johns Hopkins University offers for this position, based on a good faith estimate at the time of posting. Actual compensation will vary depending on factors such as location, skills, experience, market conditions, education, and internal equity. Not all candidates will qualify for the highest salary in the range.

     

    Johns Hopkins provides a comprehensive benefits package supporting health, career, and retirement. Learn more: https://hr.jhu.edu/benefits-worklife/.

     

    Equal Opportunity Employer

     

    All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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