Clinical Research Coordinator (Pulmonary)

Johns Hopkins University; Baltimore (MD); Hybrid; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious research university is seeking a Clinical Research Coordinator to manage the execution of clinical protocols for research studies. The role involves coordinating study activities, supporting researchers, and ensuring that all regulatory and logistical requirements are met. Ideal candidates will possess a Bachelor's degree and experience in human subjects research. This position offers a hybrid working model and full-time schedule with a competitive salary range based on experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field is required.
• Related experience in human subjects research is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate all aspects of clinical research study activities.
• Assist in protocol-related activities and participant recruitment.
• Maintain operational knowledge of the clinical protocol and systems.

Skills

Coordination of clinical activities

Regulatory compliance

Participant recruitment techniques

Data management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in a related field

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 administratively coordinates clinical protocol implementation, typically for a single study. The coordinator will ensure efficient logistical implementation of study activities and provide administrative support for research‑related regulatory issues.

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 the 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.
• 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.

Classified Title: Clinical Research Coordinator
Role/Level/Range: ACRO37.5/03/CD
Starting Salary Range: $17.20 - $30.30 HRLY ($42,000 targeted; Commensurate w/exp.)
Employee group: Full Time
Schedule: Monday to Friday 8:30 am - 5pm
FLSA Status: Non‑Exempt
Location: Hybrid/School of Medicine Campus
Department name: SOM DOM Pulmonary
Personnel area: School of Medicine