Requisition ID:  118165

Research Program Coordinator

We are seeking a Research Program Coordinator.  Under general supervision the Research Program Coordinator will support the research programs and/or clinical trials of pediatric endocrinologist by coordinating protocol implementation and monitoring the collection of data for studies. The range of duties includes, but is not limited to: participant recruitment/ interviews, chart reviews, data collection, completing IRB applications and documents, organizing collected data and lab samples, records management, supervising student researchers on the team, organizing lab samples, communicating with team members on the status of project(s), and coordinating with other teams and departments to ensure functionality of research equipment and conduct research activities.


The PI's research focus is on metabolic bone disease, specifically osteoporosis in people with cystic fibrosis (CF). The Principal Investigator of CF Foundation-funded studies to understand the impact of contraceptive in the accrual of bone mass in adolescent and young adult females with C, use of opportunistic CT to measure volumetric bone mineral density and pathologic fractures, and to identify genetic and non-genetic clinical risk factors for developing osteoporosis in young adults with CF. The PI is a co-investigator for funded studies relating to other complications of CF including studies to predict onset of CF-related diabetes, use of new technologies for people with CF-related diabetes (bionic pancreas), and use of continuous glucose monitors to diagnose CF-related diabetes. The current studies are focused on improving identification of people with CF at highest risk to sustain low-trauma fractures.


Specific Duties & Responsibilities

  • Use working knowledge of research and applies general analytical skills to administer the logistical implementation of assigned projects, and to identify situations requiring special attention. Utilizing this knowledge, will ensure adherence to research protocols, operating procedures, and all associated internal/external regulations.
  • Coordinate all activities of a research study to assure validity of findings. May work on several studies at the same time.
  • Use working knowledge will assist in developing recruitment tools for assigned study(s), which include protocol/study-specific data collection forms, drafting and placing approved advertisements, and contacting physicians for possible referrals.
  • Develop moderately complex tracking database/spreadsheet based on study requirements utilizing REDcap, Excel, Access, or similar software applications. 
  • Abstract data from patient medical records that requires some interpretation. Monitors data quality and accuracy as required by research protocol.
  • Conduct study visits which may include completion of case report forms, obtaining vital signs, processing samples (blood, urine, sputum, and/or stool) and phlebotomy (if certified).
  • Utilize working knowledge of study(s) will participate in meetings to provide operational updates, report on any operational issues, and may make recommendations for resolutions to new/outstanding operational issues. May assist in coordinating study(s) meetings, which may include assisting in developing an agenda and coordinating information and/or participation of individuals from other institutions and/or universities.
  • Assist with supervising undergraduate students or other trainees on research projects
  • Complete IRB applications and related documents.
  • May act as primary contact for study participants, which may include scheduling, confirming appointments, and escorting/directing to various locations on/off campus.
  • Ensure that case files and accompanying paperwork are organized and current.
  • Other duties as assigned.


Additional Knowledge, Skills & Abilites

  • Extremely detailed.
  • Highly organized team player.
  • Enjoy working with children and adolescents.


Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree in related discipline.


Preferred Qualifications
  • Prior clinical research experience, familiarity with CF-related bone disease.
  • Knowledge and experience with REDcap.

 


 

Classified Title: Research Program Coordinator  
Role/Level/Range: ACRO40/E/03/CD  
Starting Salary Range: $17.20 - $30.30 HRLY ($43,000 targeted; Commensurate w/exp.) 
Employee group: Full Time 
Schedule: M-F; 8 - 4:30pm 
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt 
Location: Hybrid/School of Medicine Campus  
Department name: SOM Ped Endocrine   
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.

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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.

Hybrid: On-site 3-4 days a week