Clinical Research Coordinator (Neurology)

Johns Hopkins University • Baltimore, MD

3d • $18 - $31 • Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Neurology is seeking a Clinical Research Coordinator to administratively coordinate implementation of a clinical protocol, typically for a single study. The coordinator ensures efficient logistical implementation of study activities and provides administrative support for research-related regulatory matters. The role is based at the School of Medicine Campus in the SOM Neuro Neuroimmunology department and follows a Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. schedule.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• Additional education may substitute for required experience, and additional related experience may substitute for required education beyond a high school diploma or equivalent, as permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.
• Expected proficiency at the Awareness level in attention to detail, Clinical Trial Management System, data entry, data collection and reporting, data management and analysis, interpersonal skills, oral and written communications, organizational skills, project coordination, and regulatory compliance.

Nice To Haves

• Related undergraduate or work experience in human subjects research.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate clinical research study activities to ensure adherence to the protocol and validity of findings.
• Participate in clinical study start-up meetings.
• Assist research nurses, study coordinators, principal investigators, and other study personnel with protocol-related activities.
• Explain the study background and rationale to potential and current participants.
• Contribute to recruitment strategy development and implement appropriate recruitment methods, such as print and web-based advertisements, contacting referring physicians, and participating in community events.
• Conduct the informed-consent process independently or ensure consent is obtained from appropriate participants.
• Schedule participants for required activities and provide special instructions before upcoming tests or exams.
• Serve as a liaison to study participants.
• Assist with setting up the data collection system and entering and organizing data.
• Assist in coordinating study meetings; participate in meetings, provide updates on protocol implementation, and recommend solutions to operational issues.
• Assist with preparing submissions to the Institutional Review Board (IRB), liaise with the IRB on administrative matters, and facilitate communications with the principal investigator.
• Conduct literature searches to provide background information.
• Maintain excellent working knowledge of the assigned clinical protocol, clinical equipment, and clinical computer systems.
• Oversee budget expenditures for study operations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level