Clinical Research Coordinator

Clinical Research CoordinatorThe Department of Emergency Medicine is seeking a Clinical Research Coordinator to work under the direct supervision of the Research Program Manager. The Clinical Research Coordinator, as part of single- and multicenter infectious disease research studies and public health programs, will assist with the day-to-day logistical and operational activities of clinical research and implementation efforts focused on HIV, viral hepatitis, and sexually transmitted infections (STIs). The Research Program Coordinator is responsible for recruiting, screening, and enrolling study participants; supporting the implementation and evaluation of ED-based public health programs; and organizing, entering, maintaining, and ensuring the accuracy and integrity of all clinical research and programmatic data for complex and detailed clinical trials and public health initiatives.Researchers at Johns Hopkins University conduct clinical trials and clinical studies to discover new ways to prevent and treat diseases and other health problems. The Clinical Research Coordinator administratively coordinates clinical protocol implementation, typically for a single study. Will ensure efficient logistical implementation of the study activities and provide administrative support for research-related regulatory issues.Specific Duties & ResponsibilitiesCoordinate all activities of a clinical research study to ensure adherence to protocol and validity of findings.Participate in clinical study start-up meetings.Assist research nurses, study coordinators, principal investigators, and other study personnel in executing protocol-related activities.Explain the study background and rationale for the research to potential and current participantsContribute to the development of recruitment strategies for participants for assigned study.Implement a variety of techniques for recruitment as appropriate, e.g., print and web-based advertisements, contact referring physicians, participate in community events, etc.Independently conduct the consenting process or ensure consent is obtained on appropriate participants.Schedule participants for required activities and provide any special instructions prior to upcoming tests/exams.Serve as liaison to study participants.Assist with setup of the data collection system and enter and organize data.Assist in coordinating study meetings.Participate in study meetings and provide updates on protocol implementation status and make recommendations on operational issues.Assist with the preparation of submissions to the Institutional Review Board (IRB)Liaison with IRB on administrative matters and facilitate communications with the PI.Conduct literature searches to provide background information.Obtain and maintain excellent operating knowledge of assigned clinical protocol, clinical equipment, and clinical computer systems.Oversee budget expenditures for study operations.Other duties as assigned.In addition to the duties described aboveCollect patient specimens (e.g., blood draws, urine, or saliva) and other patient data from a variety of sources.Discusses sensitive sexual health and HIV/STI–related topics with participants in a confidential, respectful, and trauma-informed mannerServes as a liaison between clinical staff, investigators, laboratory teams, and community partners to ensure smooth study and program operations.On call or non-standard work hour requirementsMust be available to work 8-hour shifts at a time, between the hours of 7:00 am and midnight, seven (7) days of the week. Must be flexible and available to work some evenings and weekends.Minimum QualificationsBachelor'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/graduation equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.Preferred QualificationsBilingual Spanish/English proficiencyTechnical Skills & Expected Level of ProficiencyAttention to Detail - AwarenessClinical Trial Management System - AwarenessData Entry - AwarenessData Collection and Reporting - AwarenessData Management and Analysis - AwarenessInterpersonal Skills - AwarenessOral and Written Communications - AwarenessOrganizational Skills - AwarenessProject Coordination - AwarenessRegulatory Compliance - Awareness