"Research Program Coordinator"

The department of Urology is seeking a Research Program Coordinator who will be responsible for the oversight of day-to-day research project activities, including but not limited to recruitment, screening, team coordination, and data collection. Coordinate study protocol implementation and handle administrative aspects of research-related matters.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

• Assist with preparation of study materials for project implementation.
• Write and submit applications, amendments, annual renewals, etc. to the IRB and other regulatory agencies as needed.
• Write study protocols and procedures with study team. Maintain knowledge of study protocols to ensure that all study activities are completed correctly. Ensure adherence to regulatory aspects of protocols, implement protocol changes or new protocols, and ensure the study team is advised and appropriately trained.
• Review consent procedures and study protocol with research subjects and study partners. Develop and re-evaluate recruitment strategies with team, oversee recruitment, and ensure that recruitment goals are met.
• Ensure the privacy and safety of study participants and adhere to guidelines regarding honest reporting of sensitive and confidential study participant information.
• Design forms and questionnaires to record participant data, document interaction with participants, and maintain other study documentation. Ensure that the appropriate study documentation is occurring.
• Understand the importance and impact of data in terms of study participant, study results, costs, quality of service, and scientific research. Establish, maintain, and monitor study database. Ensure integrity and timeliness of data collection. Oversee record management and data collection.
• Coordinate the training of Research Program Assistants and other staff in data management and the use of data collection instruments.
• Abstract and interpret data, run queries, create tables, and prepare study reports, publications, and presentations for staff and funding agency.
• Organize study team meetings, present study progress/challenge reports, and make recommendations regarding operational issues.
• Oversee budget expenditures for study operations.
• Function as liaison between PI, study team, and other internal and external collaborators.
• Perform miscellaneous related duties as assigned.

Special Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Self-directed, motivated, and flexible in adapting to new procedures.
• Ability to exhibit good judgment, tact and sensitivity when interacting with others. Proficiency in the use of software applications, databases, spreadsheets, and word processing.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work well independently and with others.
• Ability to work comfortably in the community as well as in an academic research setting. Excellent organizational skills, and ability to simultaneously manage and prioritize multiple projects.
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills. Excellent attention to detail required.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in related discipline.
• 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: Research Program Coordinator

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

Starting Salary Range: $17.20 - $30.30 HRLY ($23.75/hour targeted; Commensurate w/exp.)

Employee group: Full Time

Schedule: M-F; 8:30am - 5:00pm

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Location: School of Medicine Campus

Department name: SOM Uro Urology Research

Personnel area: School of Medicine