Clinical Research Coordinator II - MCCRP

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 61,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, and vision

Health savings and retirement plans

Job summary

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine is looking for a skilled individual to manage patient eligibility screenings and specimen tracking in the John P. Murtha Cancer Center Research Program.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's in Life Science, along with 3-5 years of relevant experience and knowledge of research regulations.

This position offers a salary range of $61,000 to $75,000 and provides a comprehensive benefits suite including medical, dental, and vision coverage.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required, preference within Life Science.
• Minimum of 3-5 years experience required.
• Knowledge of federal and local regulations and policies pertinent to research involving human subjects.

Responsibilities

• Screens patients for eligibility in research protocols.
• Collects, processes and tracks samples, prepares reports as needed.
• Maintains status reports on all patients.
• Implements SOPs for all assigned research projects.

Skills

Knowledge of federal and local regulations

Excellent interpersonal skills

Effective communication ability

Computer skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Life Science

Job description

U.S. Citizenship required.

The John P. Murtha Cancer Center Research Program is a modern, patient‑centric tri‑service military healthcare facility. Its comprehensive core of military and civilian oncologists and other cancer‑trained clinicians and researchers provide multidisciplinary cancer‑care delivery and patient‑family support services. The Center, the only DoD Cancer Center of Excellence within the Military Health System, offers patients access to cutting‑edge diagnostic and treatment technologies.

Research Activities

• Establishment of a Tissue Repository for the Murtha Cancer Center Biobank.
• Tissue and Blood Library Establishment for Molecular, Biochemical and Histologic Study of Breast Disease.
• Creation of a Blood Library for the Analysis of Blood for Molecular Changes Associated with Breast Disease and Breast Cancer Development.
• Applied Proteogenomics Organizational Learning and Outcomes (APOLLO) Protocol.
• Murtha Cancer Center ORIEN Protocol.
• Use of DoDSR Sera and Toxin Exposure Data in APOLLO‑enrolled Patients to Identify Potential Biomarkers of Cancer Risk, Biology, and Outcomes.
• Longitudinal Integrative Blood Profiling Analysis in Metastatic Breast Cancer.
• Axillary radiotherapy or axillary lymph node dissection in patients with clinically node‑positive breast cancer undergoing upfront tailored axillary surgery: An international, randomized superiority trial (NOAX).
• The Vanguard Study: Testing a New Way to Screen for Cancer.

Responsibilities

• Screens patients for eligibility in participation of research protocol. Consents patients, and interviews patients to collect data on health history and lifestyle practices.
• Performs sample collection, processing and tracking. Prepares samples for shipment, enters the required data and prepares reports as needed.
• Participates in routine (weekly/monthly) update calls with MCC.
• Responsible for implementing SOPs, research protocols and policies for all assigned research projects.
• Adheres to legal, professional and ethical codes with respect to confidentiality and privacy. Assures that protocol requirements are achieved within good clinical practices. Assists with monitoring audits/visits for protocols.
• Collects, organizes, and maintains appropriate files of data. Maintains status reports on all patients.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned or directed by the supervisor.

Qualifications

• Education and Experience: Bachelor's Degree required, preference within Life Science.
• Minimum of 3‑5 years experience required.
• Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
  • Knowledge of federal and local regulations and policies pertinent to research involving human subjects.
  • Excellent interpersonal and computer skills.
  • Ability to communicate effectively and to work with individuals of all levels.
  • May require U.S. Citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a T3/Secret clearance.

Work Environment

• This position will take place primarily in a Clinic setting.

Compensation

• The annual salary range for this position is $61,000 – $75,000. Actual salary will be determined based on experience, education, etc.

Benefits

• HJF offers a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on your health and well‑being, from medical, dental, and vision coverage to health savings and retirement plans, and more.

Employment with HJF is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, which may include, but is not limited to, contacting your professional references, verification of previous employment, education and credentials, a criminal background check, and a department of motor vehicle (DMV) check if applicable. Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals With Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60‑1.35(c)