Clinical Research Coordinator/ Patient Coordinator

Axle•Baltimore, MD

4d•$100,000 - $105,000•Onsite

About The Position

Axle is a bioscience and information technology company that offers advancements in translational research, biomedical informatics, and data science applications to research centers and healthcare organizations nationally and abroad. With experts in biomedical science, software engineering, and program management, we focus on developing and applying research tools and techniques to empower decision-making and accelerate research discoveries. We work with some of the top research organizations and facilities in the country including multiple institutes at the National Institutes of Health (NIH). Axle is seeking a Clinical Research Coordinator to join our vibrant team at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) supporting the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) located in Baltimore, MD.

Requirements

Master's degree in psychology, social work, biological sciences, or a related discipline.
Minimum of three years of experience in a research-related field.
Minimum of one year of experience in behavioral counseling, preferably in drug, smoking, or alcohol treatment.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Experience with Microsoft Office.
Experience with Electronic medical records system.
Experience with REDCap.
Previous experience interacting with human subjects in a clinical or research setting.
Previous clinical trial work.
Excellent analytical, organizational, and time management skills.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Exceptional interpersonal skills, with a customer service-oriented and client-focused approach due to extensive participant contact.
Ability to complete all NIH/NIDA mandatory trainings and other required trainings by the deadlines set.

Nice To Haves

LMSW

Responsibilities

Screen and schedule study participants.
Obtain informed consent.
Administer mental health assessments and diagnostic interviews.
Collect and manage research data.
Maintain regulatory documentation.
Serve as a liaison between participants and investigators.
Extensive participant contact, including the collection and handling of biological specimens.
Assist in preparing and submitting accurate source documents related to all research procedures for review.
Participate in developing and maintaining research protocol documentation and operations.
Assist researchers with study testing, observations, data entry, and other duties associated with study sessions.
Support clinical staff in developing, implementing, and maintaining clinical research data files and materials.
Acquaint participants with the magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) or mock MRI scanner to assess their comfort level, fit, and eligibility to participate in MRI studies.
Perform psychiatric evaluations.
Collect research data and prepare information for input and analysis, including verifying study participant information and collecting testing data and results.
Assist staff in developing and assembling related documentation and maintaining regulatory binders for all protocols.
Perform accurate and timely data analysis, report results and findings, and respond to sponsor queries.
Set up, format, and enter data into spreadsheets to analyze information and create reports.
Enter data into research databases, systems, and applications for ongoing studies.
Support the development of forms and questionnaires, assisting researchers in developing, maintaining, and completing study data collection forms and source documents.
Review draft protocols, case report forms, and manuals of operations for clarity and completeness.
Work with staff to design, develop, and prepare documents such as spreadsheets, letters, rosters, agendas, presentations, and meeting minutes or summaries.
Support the collection of data from patient charts, medical records, interviews, questionnaires, and diagnostic tests.
Assist staff in screening prospective study participants and scheduling participants for research visits and procedures.
Schedule and coordinate outpatient and inpatient visits, diagnostic studies, and medical tests.
Assist researchers with the collection and analysis of research data and samples.
Monitor participants' progress and serve as a liaison between study participants and investigators regarding any problems or adverse events, including out-of-range vital signs.
Support the assembly, development, and review of new research projects.
Assist key research personnel in ensuring clinical research activities are performed in accordance with federal, state, and institutional regulations, policies, and procedures.
Assist researchers in planning and coordinating the initiation of research study protocols and implementing operating policies and procedures.
Assist researchers in developing and maintaining current and new research protocols.
Support the creation and management of clinical websites and web-based tools, collaborating with information technology (IT) staff to update a variety of websites.