• Research Program Coordinator

    Johns Hopkins University (Baltimore, MD)


    The Department of Medicine is seeking a **_Research Program Coordinator_** to be responsible for coordinating clinical research activities for rheumatology and pulmonary physicians operating within the Johns Hopkins Myositis Center. The Coordinator will oversee all facets of research activities, including patient recruitment and scheduling, data collection and management, specimen collection, handling and processing, compliance with IRB regulations and communicating with team members on the status of projects. The individual will act as primary liaison between principal investigator, School of Medicine, Research Administration, GCRC, funding agencies and other study related organizations.

     

    Specific Duties & Responsibilities

    _Clinical Research Activities_

    + Assist the principal investigators with multiple clinical research projects. Work on clinical studies requiring a high level of knowledge, coordination and data abstraction.

    + Assist clinicians with patient screening, consenting and verification of patient eligibility for studies.

    + Explain protocol procedures and obtain informed consent.

    + Schedule patients’ appointments and follow up visits/phone calls at the appropriate time to assure completion of protocol requirements, which may require coordination of multiple appointments and centers.

    + Be responsible for organization, entry, maintenance and accuracy of patient clinical research data.

    + Design and compile materials which aid physicians and other staff in complying with protocol requirements.

    + Establish study calendar of various clinical protocols and coordinate the logistics needed for successful completion of the studies.

    + Responsible for monitoring the clinical course and collection of research data on patients entered into research protocols.

    + Collect patient source documents and case report forms for analyzing patient data.

    + Act as primary contact for study participants, which may include scheduling, confirming appointments, and escorting/directing to various locations on campus.

    + Perform structured tests in the clinic and complete various assessment tools and questionnaires related to each study and ensure integrity of data collected.

    + Coordinate the collection and documentation of patient information for research purposes.

    + Organize and create clinical research charts to be reviewed by regulatory agencies.

    + Maintain a research database of patients enrolled in clinical trials.

    + Participate in and or organize community events to increase public awareness.

    _Regulatory Compliance_

    + Responsible for Institutional Review Board (IRB) submission, verification and maintenance of protocol specific information. Prepare and submit annual renewal requests, amendments and safety reports according to IRB requirements.

    + Maintain regulatory binders per protocols.

    + Document adverse events and protocol deviations.

    + Complete training requirements for biohazard material handling and department of transportation (DOT) shipping requirements.

    _Data Management_

    + Responsible for maintaining and promptly updating online Clinical Research Management System.

    + Assist with preparation of data for reports and presentations.

    + Respond in a timely manner to special projects or queries related to data.

    + Design and implement procedural adjustments to increase accuracy and efficiency of data collection and entry process.

    + Perform quality checks on data entry.

    + Ensure accuracy and timeliness of data collection. Interact regularly and helps facilitate the completion of work with members of the research team regarding data management and the status and progress of ongoing studies.

    + Abstract patient clinical and demographic from a variety of sources and enter into tracking spreadsheet or data base.

    _Research Program Oversight_

    + Meet regularly with Principal Investigators to review data accuracy and overall study progress.

    + Work with the Center Directors and/or study sponsors on problem recognition/resolution, accuracy of data gathered, and patient well-being, completion and collection of regulatory documents required by sponsors.

    + Prepare for and participates in audits of studies including follow-up items.

    + Conduct periodic audits under the direction of the Program Coordinator and/or PI.

    _Financial Management_

    + Keep records of expenditures and work with budget analysts to ensure accurate and prompt reporting of study financials.

    Minimum Qualifications

    + Bachelor's Degree in related discipline.

    Preferred Qualifications

    + Experience in phlebotomy strongly preferred

     

    Classified Title: Research Program Coordinator

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

    Starting Salary Range: $17.20 - $30.30 HRLY ($46.000 targeted; Commensurate w/exp.)

     

    Employee group: Full Time

     

    Schedule: M-F 8:30a - 5p

     

    FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

     

    Department name: SOM DOM Bay Rheumatology

    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.

    EEO is the Law

    https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf