Clinical Research Assistant II (Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences)

Johns Hopkins University•Baltimore, MD

7d•$16 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

The Behavioral Pharmacology Research Unit at Johns Hopkins University is seeking a Clinical Research Assistant II to support the research team in implementing clinical research protocol steps and processes. The role combines administrative tasks related to day-to-day clinical research operations with protocol-related duties requiring an understanding of research procedures. The position reports to the Sr. Clinical Research Manager and includes participant recruitment and coordination, data collection and management, routine study administration, and support for inpatient Clinical Research Unit stays.

Requirements

High school diploma or graduation equivalent.
One year of related experience.
Additional education may substitute for required experience to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.
Technical skills at the Awareness level: Administrative Skills, Clinical Research, Clinical Research Knowledge, Data Entry, Data Collection and Reporting, Data Management and Analysis, Information Gathering, Interpersonal Skills, and Organizational Skills.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in a related field.

Responsibilities

Collect study data by recruiting and coordinating study participants.
Explain study information to potential and current participants using a basic understanding of the study background and rationale.
Assist in developing recruitment strategies for one or more studies.
Implement recruitment techniques, including print and web-based advertisements, contacting referring physicians, and participating in community events.
Set up tools and procedures for data collection and study processes.
Perform data entry and organize data in approved systems.
Serve as a liaison between the study team and the IRB for routine administrative matters.
Prepare routine reports related to study accrual, study trends, and efficiency-related issues.
Contact participants to confirm and schedule visits and support participant retention.
Maintain current research data backups and ensure the security and confidentiality of study data.
Maintain study logs across multiple platforms and study phases.
Administer questionnaires and clinical assessments under the direction of senior research staff.
Collect, process, and handle urine specimens; support post-draw biospecimen handling, storage, and shipping preparation.
Support participant communication and comfort during inpatient Clinical Research Unit stays.
Perform other duties as assigned.