Sr. Clinical Research Program Coordinator
We are seeking a Sr. Clinical Research Program Coordinator. The Sr. Clinical Research Program Coordinator (Local Outreach Coordinator) will engage the local DS community, including creating calendars of outreach events and identifying partnerships to increase the study’s footprint. This position will work closely with the PI’s and investigative team to plan engagement initiatives to enhance recruitment of individuals from diverse groups. The coordinator will also work closely with the Outreach Core of the Down Syndrome Clinical Cohort Coordinating Center (DS-4C). This position will work at JHU and have experience conducting all aspects of study, including recruitment and retention, scheduling and conducting study visits, and obtaining informed consent. They will work closely with the PI and investigative team to maintain all regulatory documentation, organize weekly team meetings, implement recruitment strategies, schedule study visits, coordinate activities with clinical research unit staff for evaluations, maintain study files, obtain informed consent, ship samples to the central study lab, and assist with the day-to-day operations of data collection. The coordinator will also be trained in anthropometry measurements.
When needed this employee will support the PI's clinical research studies generally. The research focuses on obesity, insulin resistance, and type 2 diabetes in children, as well as the cardiovascular complications associated with these conditions. Studies are patient-oriented, clinical, and involve human subjects. The range of duties includes, but is not limited to: patient recruitment, scheduling and conducting study visits, obtaining informed consent, data entry, records management, expenditure oversight, and communicating with team members on the status of project(s). Effective communication and interpersonal skills are critical as the position involves significant interaction with children and families.
Specific Duties & Responsibilities
- Communicate adeptly with other investigative teams, patients, and families in a sensitive and cooperative manner.
- Engage with relevant advocacy groups to reach out to the local DS community, including creating calendars of outreach events and identifying partnerships to increase the study’s footprint.
- Work closely with the PI’s and investigative team to plan engagement initiatives to enhance recruitment of individuals from diverse groups.
- 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 Excel, REDCap, or similar software applications.
- Abstract data from patient medical records that requires some interpretation. Monitors data quality and accuracy as required by research protocol. Will run pre-established queries and may develop ad-hoc queries/reports as requested.
- 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. Will coordinate study(s) meetings, including developing an agenda and coordinating information and participation of individuals from other institutions.
- Monitor budget expenditures based on the study(s) operational expectation.
- Comply with all regulatory/IRB guidelines including, but not limited to: preparation and submission of study protocols, consent forms, amendments, and annual continuing reviews.
- May act as the contact for study participants, including scheduling, confirming appointments, and escorting/directing to various locations on/off campus.
- Ensure that case files and accompanying paperwork are organized and current.
- Assists with data analysis, interpretation, manuscript and abstract preparation. Although training in statistical analysis is not a requirement, familiarity with data analysis software is a plus.
Additional Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
- High degree of understanding 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.
- Sensitivity and skill around working with individuals with developmental disabilities and their families.
- Outstanding communication skills.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in related discipline.
- Three years related experience.
- Additional education may substitute for required experience and additional related experience may substitute for required education beyond HS diploma/graduation equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.
Preferred Qualifications
- Advanced Degree training.
- Spanish language fluency.
- Medical Assistant or phlebotomy training.
- Three years related clinical experience.
Classified Title: Sr. Research Program Coordinator
Job Posting Title (Working Title): Sr. Clinical Research Program Coordinator
Role/Level/Range: ACRP/03/MB
Starting Salary Range: $41,300 - $72,300 Annually ($60,000 targeted; Commensurate w/exp.)
Employee group: Full Time
Schedule: M-F, 8-4:30
FLSA Status: Exempt
Location: Hybrid/School of Medicine Campus
Department name: SOM Ped Endocrine
Personnel area: School of Medicine