Requisition ID:  118513

Sr. Research Program Coordinator

Under the direct supervision of the GU Clinical Research Program Manager or the Principal Investigator, we are seeking a Sr. Research Program Coordinator who will be responsible for monitoring the clinical course and collection of research data on patients entered onto research protocols at the Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center and participating sites. The Sr. Research Program Coordinator is responsible for the organization, entry, maintenance and accuracy of all clinical research data for complex and detailed clinical trials and may assist with orientation of less senior research staff in protocol and clinical research information. This is an intermediate level position in managing clinical trials and/or registry databases within the GU Oncology Program.


Specific Duties and Responsibilities

  • Maintains good working knowledge of all assigned protocols and reporting requirements. Works on complex clinical studies which require a high level of knowledge, coordination, and data abstraction. Transmits and distributes protocol information. Responsible for submission, verification, and maintenance of protocol specific information on the SKCCC Research Protocol Library.
  • Maintains regulatory binder for each assigned protocol. Prepares and submits annual renewal requests, amendments, according to IRB and Sponsor requirements. 
  • May assist the principal investigator and/or program manager in defining information and plans required to accomplish goals of studies. Will design and create protocol specific case report forms as needed. May also assist less experienced staff in design and creation of such forms.
  • Meets regularly with Principal Investigator, Research Nurse, and Research Program Manager to review regulatory accuracy and overall study progress. Participates in all mandatory meetings to develop increasing knowledge of assigned clinical trial and Registry requirements.
  • Prepares for and participates in monitoring and audits of studies. Corrects errors when necessary. Writes responses to audit reports with input from the Principal Investigator.
  • Completes minimum requirement for continuing educational units. Is knowledgeable of and complies with Good Clinical Practices, ICH Guidelines and SKCCC Clinical Research Office policies. May instruct introductory level clinical research personnel in these guidelines and policies.
  • Assists with study budget and invoice preparation as needed.


Specific Duties and Responsibilities for GU Oncology Senior Research Program Coordinator

  • Ensures smooth implementation of new trials from IRB approval through study activation including collection of regulatory documentation for Sponsor and Investigator initiated studies.
  • Working closely with Sponsors and Investigators, will submit and track each assigned protocol amendment through the IRB/subcommittee approval process, revise RedCap database as applicable and update all manuals and documents pertaining to the amendment.
  • Assist in ongoing reviews of all regulatory binders to ensure that documents are up to date and meet all Sponsor, protocol and Cancer Center requirements. Will work with lead study coordinators, research nurses and investigators to address issues identified in the review of regulatory binders.
  • Maintain central regulatory files for all staff including licenses, master delegation logs, CV’s and IRB training documents for Good Clinical Practice.


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.

 


 

Classified Title: Sr. Research Project Coordinator 
Job Posting Title (Working Title): Sr. Research Program Coordinator   
Role/Level/Range: ACRP/03/MB  
Starting Salary Range: $41,300 - $72,300 Annually ($56,800 targeted; Commensurate w/exp.) 
Employee group: Full Time 
Schedule: Mon - Fri / 8:30a - 5p 
FLSA Status: Exempt 
Location: School of Medicine - East Baltimore Campus 
Department name: 10002941-SOM Onc Urologic Oncology 
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.

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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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