Clinical Research Coordinator (Research Administration)

The Johns Hopkins University; Baltimore (MD); Hybrid; USD 23,694 - 41,741; Part time

Job summary

The Johns Hopkins University is seeking a Clinical Research Coordinator to oversee clinical protocol implementation for research studies. This role involves coordinating study activities, assisting with regulatory issues, and ensuring adherence to protocols. The preferred candidate will have a Bachelor’s Degree and related experience in human subject's research.

This position is part-time, offering a starting salary range of $17.20 to $30.30 per hour and operates within a hybrid schedule at the School of Nursing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in a related field.
• Additional education may substitute for required experience.
• Related undergraduate or work experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate all activities of a clinical research study to ensure adherence to protocol and validity of findings.
• Assist research nurses and principal investigators in executing protocol-related activities.
• Explain the study background to potential participants.
• Schedule participants for required activities.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Clinical Trial Management System

Data Entry

Data Collection and Reporting

Data Management and Analysis

Interpersonal Skills

Oral and Written Communications

Organizational Skills

Project Coordination

Regulatory Compliance

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 will administratively coordinate clinical protocol implementation, typically for a single study. The coordinator will ensure efficient logistical implementation of the 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 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 subject's research.

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: $17.20 - $30.30 HRLY ($24,545.89 targeted; Commensurate w/exp.)

Employee group: Part‑time

Schedule: Monday - Friday (20 hours per week)

FLSA Status: Non‑Exempt

Location: Hybrid/School of Nursing

Department name: Research Administration

Personnel area: School of Nursing