We are seeking a Research Program Coordinato r who will work under the direct supervision of the Program Supervisor or the Principal Investigator, the Research Program Coordinator will be responsible for participant recruitment, performing clinical visits which include administering questionnaires, performing spirometry and other breathing tests, and collecting patient samples. The RPC will also be responsible for the organization, entry, maintenance and accuracy of all participants clinical and field research data in a timely and ongoing manner. Draws blood on adolescent and adult participants.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

• Monitor compliance with data quality control goals of clinical studies and follows all written and unwritten study practices, procedures and protocols. Maintains detailed working knowledge of assigned protocols; design and compile materials which aid investigators and other research staff in complying with protocol requirements.

• Coordinate participant visits and follow-up, schedule appointments with study participants, make telephone reminders, send recruitment letters, track and locate participants.

• Ensure that proper written informed consent from each study participant is obtained prior to entering study; ensure that the original signed and dated consent from each study participant is filed in participants’ research record.

• Perform vital study procedures such as venipuncture, pulmonary function testing and other breathing tests, and collection of vital signs. Training will be provided.

• Design and maintain organizational tools to conduct the study accurately and in compliance with good research practice.

• Maintain participant’s follow-up tracking database; maintain records of study participants’ status by using an enrollment log.

• Maintain an organized filing system for electronic and paper-based research records according to HIPAA and IRB regulations and guidelines.

• Responsible for IRB submissions (applications, amendments and annual renewals), verification and maintenance of necessary protocol specific information in paper and electronic format to meet requirements of IRB and all relevant regulatory bodies.

• Input, organize, edit, and verify accuracy of data in databases. Create and maintain database for study analysis.

• Assist in developing and maintaining appropriate databases for current and future studies.

• Keep the Clinical Research and Management System (CRMS) up to date with patient eligibility and enrollment in research studies.

• Recruit and screen potential study participants according to protocol’s inclusion and exclusion criteria; be knowledgeable of the protocol so that study activities are completed correctly and completely.

• Participate in weekly progress meetings of current research projects to report on recruitment progress and resolve problems.

• Conduct interviews over the phone or in person to determine eligibility for a research study.

• Design online surveys through Qualtrics software.

• Provide assistance to the administrator in tasks relating to IRB submissions: completing progress reports, tracking of renewal dates, completing adverse event forms, writing draft forms.

• Work independently and under the direction of the supervisor to ensure successful completion of each clinical research study.

• Prepare weekly study progress reports and participate in weekly progress meetings of current research projects to report on recruitment progress and resolve problems.

• Maintain inventory of study related supplies. Coordinate, conduct, and track progress of study mailings.

• Maintain organizational tools to conduct the study accurately and in compliance with good research practice.

• Assists Supervisor with study specific monthly invoicing.

• Perform routine tests in a research laboratory. This will include patient sample processing, such as blood and sputum processing.

• General maintenance of the laboratory, equipment, supplies, storage, shipping and receiving of specimens and transport of specimens if necessary.

• Assists in training less experienced personnel in collection of such data.

• Assist in the writing of post study data results and findings.

• Ensure upkeep of study protocol through working relationships with study personnel

• Documents adverse events and protocol deviations.

Scope of Responsibility

• Knows the informal policies, procedures and practices necessary to conduct the normal function of a specific section, unit, or work area. Is aware of the role of the position and its potential impact on the working unit.

• Position requires flexibility. Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks, detail oriented, self-motivated, strong interpersonal skills, ability to use personal computer; proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel; database and spreadsheet knowledge. Excellent oral and written communication skills and interviewing techniques required. Detail oriented, Strong interpersonal skills and excellent organizational and time management skills required.

Decision Making

• Carries out duties and responsibilities with limited supervision, asks for clarification when needed regarding data quality and integrity issues and promptly notifies supervisors of any potential concerns regarding interactions with patients.

Supervision

• Will work directly under the supervision of the Principal Investigator and/or Research Program Supervisor.

Authority

• Does not direct the activities of staff or a function.

Communication

• Excellent verbal communication skills and good written communication skills.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in related discipline.

• Additional related experience may substitute for required education, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.

Classified Title: Research Program Coordinator

Role/Level/Range: ACRO40/E/03/CD

Starting Salary Range: $17.00 - $30.00 HRLY ($40,000 targeted; Commensurate with experience)

Employee group: Full Time

Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:30am to 5pm

Exempt Status: Non-Exempt

Location: Hybrid/School of Medicine Campus

Department name: ​​​​​​​SOM DOM Pulmonary

Personnel area: School of Medicine

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Johns Hopkins University is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other occupationally irrelevant criteria. The university promotes affirmative action for minorities, women, disabled persons, and veterans.