Clinical Research Coordinator (Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences) - #Staff

John Hopkin’s University; Baltimore (MD); Hybrid; USD 24,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Johns Hopkins University is seeking a Clinical Research Coordinator to administratively coordinate protocol implementation for a clinical study focused on schizophrenia and related neurobiological research. The role includes participant recruitment, consent, data management, coordination with MRI facilities, IRB submissions, and liaison with investigators.

Responsibilities encompass study start-up, recruitment strategy development, consent processes, scheduling, data entry, meetings, and budget

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in a related field.
• Additional education may substitute for required experience per JHU equivalency.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate all activities of a clinical research study to ensure adherence to protocol and validity of findings.
• Participate in clinical study start-up meetings.
• Assist research nurses, study coordinators, principal investigators, and other study personnel in executing protocol-related activities.
• Explain the study background and rationale for the research to potential and current participants.
• Contribute to the development of recruitment strategies for participants for assigned study.
• Implement recruitment techniques (print, web ads, referrals, events).
• Independently conduct the consenting process or ensure consent is obtained on appropriate participants.
• Schedule participants for required activities and provide instructions for tests/exams.
• Serve as liaison to study participants.
• Assist with data collection system setup and data organization.
• Assist in coordinating study meetings.
• Participate in study meetings and provide updates on protocol implementation status.
• Assist with IRB submissions and liaison with IRB on administrative matters.
• Conduct literature searches for background information.
• Maintain knowledge of protocol, equipment, and clinical computer systems.
• Oversee budget expenditures for study operations
• Recruit, consent, and perform clinical and cognitive measures on patients with schizophrenia
• Assist participants during imaging at the Kirby Center of the Kennedy Krieger Institute
• Manage data, IRB protocols, and team meetings
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Clinical Trial Management

Data Entry

Data Collection

Data Management

Interpersonal Skills

Oral and Written Communications

Organizational Skills

Project Coordination

Regulatory Compliance

Education

Bachelor's Degree in a related field

Education/substitution per JHU equivalency formula

Tools

REDCap

Job description

Researchers at Johns Hopkins University conduct clinical trials and clinical studies to discover new ways to prevent and treat diseases and other health problems. We are seeking a Clinical Research Coordinator who will administratively coordinate clinical protocol implementation, typically for a single study. Will ensure efficient logistical implementation of the study activities and provide administrative support for research-related regulatory issues.

Investigators of the Schizoaffective Disorders Precision Medicine Center of Excellence are investigating the clinical and neurobiological basis of schizophrenia, with a focus on characterizing different subtypes of schizophrenia based on treatment response and on examining brain changes in schizophrenia during aging. The Clinical Research Coordinator will have a central role in organizing these studies, including participant recruitment, consent, assessment, database management, coordination with MRI facilities, and work with Institutional Review Board (IRB) protocols.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

• Coordinate all activities of a clinical research study to ensure adherence to protocol and validity of findings.
• Participate in clinical study start-up meetings.
• Assist research nurses, study coordinators, principal investigators, and other study personnel in executing protocol-related activities.
• Explain the study background and rationale for the research to potential and current participants
• Contribute to the development of recruitment strategies for participants for assigned study.
• Implement a variety of techniques for recruitment as appropriate, e.g., print and web-based advertisements, contact referring physicians, participate in community events, etc.
• Independently conduct the consenting process or ensure consent is obtained on appropriate participants.
• Schedule participants for required activities and provide any special instructions prior to upcoming tests/exams.
• Serve as liaison to study participants.
• Assist with setup of the data collection system and enter and organize data.
• Assist in coordinating study meetings.
• Participate in study meetings and provide updates on protocol implementation status and make recommendations on operational issues.
• Assist with the preparation of submissions to the Institutional Review Board (IRB)
• Liaison with IRB on administrative matters and facilitate communications with the PI.
• Conduct literature searches to provide background information.
• Obtain and maintain excellent operating knowledge of assigned clinical protocol, clinical equipment, and clinical computer systems.
• Oversee budget expenditures for study operations
• Recruit, consent, and perform clinical and cognitive measures on patients with schizophrenia
• Assist participants during imaging at the Kirby Center of the Kennedy Krieger Institute
• Manage data, IRB protocols, and team meetings
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in a related field.
• Additional education may substitute for required experience and additional related experience may substitute for required education beyond a high school diploma/graduation equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.

Preferred Qualifications

• Related undergraduate or work experience in human subjects research.
• Experience with data management and databases, preferably REDCap
• Experience in working with individuals with serious mental illness.

Technical Skills & Expected Level of Proficiency

• Attention to Detail - Awareness
• Clinical Trial Management System - Awareness
• Data Entry - Awareness
• Data Collection and Reporting - Awareness
• Data Management and Analysis - Awareness
• Interpersonal Skills - Awareness
• Oral and Written Communications - Awareness
• Organizational Skills - Awareness
• Project Coordination - Awareness
• Regulatory Compliance - Awareness

The core technical skills listed are most essential; additional technical skills may be required based on specific division or department needs.

Classified Title: Clinical Research Coordinator

Role/Level/Range: ACRO37.5/03/CD

Starting Salary Range: $17.65 - $31.05 HRLY ($45,000 targeted; Commensurate w/exp.)

Employee group: Full Time

Schedule: Mon to Fri, 8:30 am to 5 pm

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Location: Hybrid/School of Medicine Campus

Department name: SOM Psy Neurobiology

Personnel area: School of Medicine

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.