Research Program Coordinator

Johns Hopkins University; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 49,664,000 - 87,491,000; Full time

Job summary

Johns Hopkins University is seeking a Research Program Coordinator to oversee day-to-day activities of clinical research project(s). Tasks include recruitment, screening, data collection, and regulatory coordination under the PI and RPM supervision.

Responsibilities extend to coordinating study meetings, developing recruitment strategies, and ensuring protocol adherence. Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor's degree; related experience or advanced degrees are preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• Additional education may substitute for required experience.
• Preferred qualifications include related human subjects research experience.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate activities of a clinical research study to ensure protocol adherence.
• Assist with study start-up meetings and protocol-related tasks.
• Explain study background and obtain informed consent where appropriate.
• Support recruitment strategies and participant scheduling.
• Maintain data collection systems and assist with data entry and organization.
• Prepare IRB submissions and liaison with the PI as needed.
• Assist with budget oversight and operational issues.

Skills

Study coordination

Regulatory knowledge

Data entry

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in related field

Master's Degree preferred

Tools

Clinical Trial Management System

IRB portal

Job description

The Center for Psychedelic and Consciousness Research is seeking a Research Program Coordinator who will oversee day-to-day activities of research project(s) including recruitment, screening, and data collection under the direction of the Principal Investigator (PI) and supervision of the Research Program Manager (RPM). Researchers at Johns Hopkins University conduct clinical trials and clinical studies to discover new ways to prevent and treat diseases and other health problems. The Clinical Research Coordinator administratively coordinates clinical protocol implementation, typically for a single study. Will ensure the 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 meeting.
• 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 strategy 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.

Additional Responsibilities

• Oversee research studies to include experimental research sessions. These sessions may include administering EEG and blood draws.
• Contribute to CPCR initiatives outside of study related tasks. Such responsibilities may include mentoring of new staff, assisting with events, leading new program initiatives, and performing document and data checks.

Technical Skills and Expected Level of Proficiency

• Budget Management - Developing
• Clinical Research Participant Recruitment - Developing
• Clinical Study Design - Developing
• Clinical Trial Management System - Developing
• Data Management and Analysis - Developing
• Data Collection and Reporting - Developing
• Good Clinical Practices - Developing
• Interpersonal Skills - Developing
• Project Management - Developing
• Regulatory Compliance - Developing
• Report Writing - Developing

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.
• Master's Degree in a related field.

Classified Title: Clinical Research Coordinator

Job Posting Title (Working Title): Research Program Coordinator (Center for Psychedelic and Consciousness Research)

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

Starting Salary Range: $17.20 - $30.30 HRLY ($47,000 targeted; Commensurate w/exp.)

Employee group: Full Time

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Location: Johns Hopkins Bayview

Department name: PSYCHIATRY CPCR

Personnel area: School of Medicine