Researchers at Johns Hopkins University conduct clinical trials and clinical studies to discover new ways to prevent and treat diseases and other health problems. We are seeking a Clinical Research Coordinator who administratively coordinates clinical protocol implementation, typically for a single study. Will ensure efficient logistical implementation of the study activities and provide administrative support for research-related regulatory issues.
Specific Duties & Responsibilities
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Coordinate all activities of a clinical research study to ensure adherence to protocol and validity of findings.
- Participate in clinical study start-up meetings.
- Assist research nurses, study coordinators, principal investigators, and other study personnel in executing protocol-related activities.
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Explain the study background and rationale for the research to potential and current participants
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Contribute to the development of recruitment strategies for participants for assigned study.
- Implement a variety of techniques for recruitment as appropriate, e.g., print and web-based advertisements, contact referring physicians, participate in community events, etc.
- Independently conduct the consenting process or ensure consent is obtained on appropriate participants.
- Schedule participants for required activities and provide any special instructions prior to upcoming tests/exams.
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Serve as liaison to study participants.
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Assist with setup of the data collection system and enter and organize data.
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Assist in coordinating study meetings.
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Participate in study meetings and provide updates on protocol implementation status and make recommendations on operational issues.
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Assist with the preparation of submissions to the Institutional Review Board (IRB)
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Liaison with IRB on administrative matters and facilitate communications with the PI.
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Conduct literature searches to provide background information.
- Obtain and maintain excellent operating knowledge of assigned clinical protocol, clinical equipment, and clinical computer systems.
- Oversee budget expenditures for study operations.
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Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications-
Bachelor's Degree in a related field.
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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.
Preferred Qualifications-
Related undergraduate or work experience in human subjects research.
Classified Title: Clinical Research Coordinator
Role/Level/Range: ACRO37.5/03/CD
Starting Salary Range: $17.20 - $30.30 HRLY ($42,000 targeted; Commensurate w/exp.)
Employee group: Full Time
Schedule: Monday to Friday 8:30 am - 5pm
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Location: Hybrid/School of Medicine Campus
Department name: SOM DOM Pulmonary
Personnel area: School of Medicine