Research Program Operations Specialist (Center of Excellence)

Johns Hopkins University; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 33,902 - 59,402; Part time

Job summary

A prestigious educational institution in Baltimore is seeking a Research Program Operations Specialist to oversee administrative functions related to research operations. Responsibilities include project management, providing programmatic support, and grant application assistance. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's Degree and two years of related experience. This role offers a flexible work schedule and is essential for the coordination of research activities within the Center of Excellence.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of related experience.
• Familiarity with grant applications and study protocols.
• Ability to coordinate resources and manage budgets.

Responsibilities

• Assist with administrative oversight of research operations.
• Prepare and submit institutional review protocols and documents.
• Conduct meetings and track research project deliverables.

Skills

Administrative oversight

Data management

Grant writing

Project coordination

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in a related field

Job description

We are seeking a Research Program Operations Specialist who will be responsible for administrative oversight and day-to-day coordination of research-related activities. This position assists with all aspects of programmatic and administrative support for research operations. Will be responsible for the management of various projects, working closely with investigators and staff. Responsibilities are research-based and require integration with program operations.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities:

• Assist in preparing grant applications, study protocols, and study-related documents.
• Prepare, submit and track protocols, amendments, and related documents relevant to appropriate Institutional Review Boards, DSMB, and other oversight groups
• Design and prepare study operations manuals, case report forms, and data entry instruments for research projects.
• Oversee research program implementation, timelines, goals and conduct of related tasks.
• Conduct meetings and monitor progression toward goals.
• Track project deliverables and provide status updates.
• Oversee and coordinate data management and assigned data analysis.
• Assist faculty and/or staff prepare abstracts and presentations related to research projects.
• Prepare annual progress reports for sponsors and IRBs.
• Manage communications platforms related to the research.
• Contribute to work plans, reports, and budgets.
• Maintain ongoing communication with team members in all locations.
• Triage issues that require input of investigators and other committees to ensure efficient resolution.
• Identify needs and coordinate required resources, e.g. human, social, financial, etc.
• Establish an appropriate flow of information and materials between various stakeholders.
• Ensure timely accomplishment of project tasks and goals with high quality.
• Provide oversight of budget expenditures and track project funds together with the Principal Investigator and finance staff.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in a related field.
• Two years of related experience.
• 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.

Classified Title: Research Program Operations Specialist
Role/Level/Range: ACRP/03/MC
Starting Salary Range: $24.61 - $43.12 HRLY (Commensurate w/exp.)
Employee group: Casual / On Call
Schedule: M-F, 8-4
FLSA Status: Exempt
Location: Homewood Campus
Department name: Center of Excellence
Personnel area: Whiting School of Engineering