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Research Coordinator Apprentice


We are seeking a Research Coordinator Apprentice. The Johns Hopkins Institute for Clinical and Translational Research (ICTR) is seeking motivated applicants to participate in a training program for new research study coordinators. The Research Coordinator Training Program will make use of the ICTR’s unique educational programs, clinical infrastructure and expert consultative resources to develop highly trained, and experienced coordinators who are ready to enter the workforce as a clinical research coordinator in academic medicine or pharma. The program consists of training and hands-on experience in research coordination.


Specific Duties & Responsibilities

  • Attend all trainings, lectures and courses as required.
  • Accurately complete study coordinator work assignments, which can include:
  • Independently coordinate blood and tissue banking protocols to ensure proper collection and handling of samples, i.e. bone marrow, blood, tissue, skin, check swabs, etc.
  • Identify prospective patients for multiple research protocols.
  • Prepare consent documentation.
  • Entering data in Case Report Forms.
  • Independently conduct consenting process or ensure consent is obtained on appropriate patients.
  • Ensure proper samples are obtained and distributed and catalog patients for future tracking.
  • Participate in clinical trial start-up meetings.
  • Evaluate feasibility of protocol-driven blood and tissue sampling.
  • Identify potential problems and discuss issues with appropriate staff and/or sponsors for prompt resolution.
  • Collaborate with internal and external laboratories processing clinical trial samples to ensure compliance with each individual trial.
  • Obtain and maintain excellent IV and phlebotomy skills.
  • Obtain clinical trial-driven blood samples, processes, stores, labels and ships, as appropriate per each individual clinical trial, ensuring quality samples.
  • Independently arrange courier service, as needed for transport of clinical trial blood and tissue samples.
  • Obtain and maintain excellent operating knowledge of all assigned clinical equipment and clinical computer systems.
  • Assist research nurses, study coordinators, principal investigators and other study personnel in outpatient patient care areas in executing clinical trial-driven activities as directed.
  • Schedule clinical trial-related laboratory tests, visits, procedures and treatment and resolve any schedule conflicts and ensures timely patient tracking.
  • Contact clinical trial patients as appropriate with special instructions prior to upcoming tests/exams.
  • Ensure adequate study supplies are ordered and maintained, i.e. shipping, laboratory, office, specimen handling, etc.
  • Audit to ensure specimen quality assurance is consistently maintained throughout clinical trial.
  • Track/Maintain regulatory documentation and clinical care documentation provided to increase clinical trial compliance. Anticipate daily changes in schedule, maintaining a smooth patient flow.
  • Use universal safety precautions to protect self and co-workers from bio-hazardous materials, including blood-borne pathogens.
  • Other duties as assigned to ensure high quality research conduct.
  • Participate in ICTR research activities as needed.


Special Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

  • Proficiency in the use of common software applications, spreadsheets, and word processing required.
  • Excellent attention to detail and thoroughness required.
  • Must have excellent communication skills and friendly demeanor; should be able to work independently after supervised training period.
  • Must be organized and have excellent time management skills.
  • The successful applicant will demonstrate an ability to work well with other professionals with supervision and be comfortable being part of a diverse professional team.


 Physical Requirements 

  • Sitting in a normal seated position in office setting.
  • Standing and/or walking for extended periods of time.
  • Lifting and/or assisting patients during evaluations within crowded clinical environment.
  • Reaching by extending hand(s) or arm(s) in any direction.
  • Finger dexterity required to manipulate objects with fingers rather than with whole hand(s) or arm(s), for example, using a keyboard
  • Communication skills using the spoken word.
  • Ability to see within normal parameters.
  • Ability to hear within normal range.
  • Ability to move about.


Minimum Qualifications
  • High School Diploma or GED with 2 years of relevant experience.


Preferred Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s Degree with 0 – 1 year experience.

 

 

 

 

Classified Title: Study Coordinator Apprentice 
Job Posting Title (Working Title): Research Coordinator Apprentice   
Role/Level/Range: ACRO37.5/02/CC  
Starting Salary Range: $15.50 - $26.00 HRLY ($36,000 targeted) 
Employee group: Full Time 
Schedule: M-F, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm 
Exempt Status: Non-Exempt 
Location: Hybrid/Johns Hopkins Bayview 
Department name: SOM ICTR Inst Clin Translational Resrch 
Personnel area: School of Medicine 

Total Rewards
The referenced base salary range represents the low and high end of Johns Hopkins University’s salary range for this position. Not all candidates will be eligible for the upper end of the salary range. Exact salary will ultimately depend on multiple factors, which may include the successful candidate's geographic location, skills, work experience, market conditions, education/training and other qualifications. Johns Hopkins offers a total rewards package that supports our employees' health, life, career and retirement. More information can be found here: https://hr.jhu.edu/benefits-worklife/.

Education and Experience Equivalency
Please refer to the job description above to see which forms of equivalency are permitted for this position. If permitted, equivalencies will follow these guidelines: JHU Equivalency Formula: 30 undergraduate degree credits (semester hours) or 18 graduate degree credits may substitute for one year of experience. Additional related experience may substitute for required education on the same basis. For jobs where equivalency is permitted, up to two years of non-related college course work may be applied towards the total minimum education/experience required for the respective job.

Applicants Completing Studies
Applicants who do not meet the posted requirements but are completing their final academic semester/quarter will be considered eligible for employment and may be asked to provide additional information confirming their academic completion date.

Background Checks
The successful candidate(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check. Johns Hopkins is committed to hiring individuals with a justice-involved background, consistent with applicable policies and current practice. A prior criminal history does not automatically preclude candidates from employment at Johns Hopkins University. In accordance with applicable law, the university will review, on an individual basis, the date of a candidate's conviction, the nature of the conviction and how the conviction relates to an essential job-related qualification or function.

Diversity and Inclusion
The Johns Hopkins University values diversity, equity and inclusion and advances these through our key strategic framework, the JHU Roadmap on Diversity and Inclusion.

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.

EEO is the Law
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Accommodation Information
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Vaccine Requirements
Johns Hopkins University strongly encourages, but no longer requires, at least one dose of the COVID-19 vaccine. The COVID-19 vaccine does not apply to positions located in the State of Florida. We still require all faculty, staff, and students to receive the seasonal flu vaccine. Exceptions to the COVID and flu vaccine requirements may be provided to individuals for religious beliefs or medical reasons. Requests for an exception must be submitted to the JHU vaccination registry. This change does not apply to the School of Medicine (SOM). SOM hires must be fully vaccinated with an FDA COVID-19 vaccination and provide proof of vaccination status. For additional information, applicants for SOM positions should visit https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/coronavirus/covid-19-vaccine/ and all other JHU applicants should visit https://covidinfo.jhu.edu/health-safety/covid-vaccination-information/.

The following additional provisions may apply, depending upon campus. Your recruiter will advise accordingly.
The pre-employment physical for positions in clinical areas, laboratories, working with research subjects, or involving community contact requires documentation of immune status against Rubella (German measles), Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Varicella (chickenpox), Hepatitis B and documentation of having received the Tdap (Tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis) vaccination. This may include documentation of having two (2) MMR vaccines; two (2) Varicella vaccines; or antibody status to these diseases from laboratory testing. Blood tests for immunities to these diseases are ordinarily included in the pre-employment physical exam except for those employees who provide results of blood tests or immunization documentation from their own health care providers. Any vaccinations required for these diseases will be given at no cost in our Occupational Health office.
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