Research Project Coordinator

University of Maryland • Baltimore, MD

6d • $49,000 - $51,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Department of Dermatology at the University of Maryland School of Medicine (UMSOM) has an exciting opportunity for a Research Project Coordinator. Under general supervision, this position is responsible for coordinating the day-to-day operations of research studies in the department.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in nursing, emergency services, chemistry, biology, public health, psychology or another scientific discipline appropriate to position required.
• Prior experience in research preferred.
• Knowledge of position requirements.
• Knowledge of all applicable requirements, regulations, and laws.
• Skill in effective use of applicable technology/systems.
• Ability to effectively communicate both verbal and written thoughts, ideas, and facts.
• Ability to work cooperatively with others and independently.
• Ability to demonstrate, understand, apply, and adhere to the UMB Core Values of Respect and Integrity, Well-being and Sustainability, Equity and Justice, and Innovation and Discovery.

Nice To Haves

• Except for qualifications established by law, additional related experience and formal education in which one has gained the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for full performance of the work of the job class may be substituted for the education or experience requirement on a year-for-year basis with 30 undergraduate college credits being equivalent to one year of related experience. In instances where specific education and/or experience is required only directly related education and/or experience may be substituted.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the daily research study operations and evaluation activities for the department, and communicate directly with the program director, principle investigator, study team members, and study participants.
• Collaborate with the study team and actively participate in in-person recruitment efforts both on-campus and within the community, ensuring effective participant engagement and study visibility at community events.
• Manage interactions with subject participants, including eligibility screening, recruitment, enrollment, ensuring informed consent is properly secured and documented.
• Lead the collection and management of study data by developing data collection instruments, establishing and maintaining databases, and performing data quality checks.
• Complete administrative and clerical tasks related to the research studies as assigned on behalf of the Department Chair.
• May assist with research related grants and fundraising initiatives.
• Develop and implement new processes to improve effectiveness and efficiency of data collection and evaluation.
• Track, report, and audit study data and regulatory study documentation, while continuously improving technical skills and adapting to new technologies.
• Monitor activities to ensure compliance with protocols and all relevant local, federal, and state regulatory and institutional policies.
• Assist in budget development, expenditure adherence, and maintenance of inventory on equipment and supplies.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• retirement program
• generous leave package
• over 4 weeks of vacation accrued each year
• paid holidays
• unlimited accrual of sick time
• comprehensive health insurance
• professional learning and development programs
• tuition remission for employees and their dependents at any University System of Maryland school
• flexible work schedules
• teleworking options (if applicable per job)

What This Job Offers

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