Contractual Clinical Research Specialist

Position Overview The School of Medicine at University of Maryland, Baltimore has an exciting opportunity for a contractual Clinical Research Specialist in the Pulmonary, Critical Care, and Sleep Medicine division to join our fun and productive team. This role supports and helps oversee a robust portfolio of writing projects while working closely with the Principal Investigator and Sleep Research Manager. Minimum qualifications require 3 years of clinical research experience, including 2 years in the relevant research specialization. The research specialist will become a vital and valued member of a highly collaborative sleep research team. Interest in multidisciplinary cross‑training, professional growth, and contributing to other areas of clinical research is a plus. The fast‑paced work environment resembles a start‑up more than a traditional research lab, so team members should be motivated, self‑starting, and committed to excellence. Benefits: Contingent Category II Generous leave package that includes over 2 weeks of vacation each year, paid holidays, sick time, and time for community service Subsidized comprehensive health insurance and supplemental retirement options Professional learning and development programs Limited tuition remission for employees enrolled at UMB Life insurance and long‑term disability Flexible work schedules and teleworking options (if applicable per job) Primary Duties Oversee and coordinate day‑to‑day clinical research writing portfolio, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and timely progress across all writing projects, including protocols, amendments, regulatory submissions, and study‑related documentation. Assist in the design, development, and submission of research grant proposals, manuscripts, abstracts, and related scientific documents; provide recommendations and editorial support. Support and perform scientific writing for grants, manuscripts, abstracts, and other research communications while working closely with coauthors; provide organizational and administrative support and assist with manuscript submissions, peer review, and final proofing. Collaborate with coauthors and manage the full submission process, including journal submissions, peer review communications, revisions, and proofing; may provide coordination and feedback to team members as needed. Serve as the primary specialist in a clinical setting responsible for providing technical expertise for clinical research programs and projects, overseeing clinical research activities and contributing significantly to the conduct of research; develop, recommend, modify, and implement policies, procedures, protocol manuals, and data collection instruments. Coordinate and assist the Principal Investigator with writing tasks; search relevant literature, develop conclusions on research findings, write reports, prepare and deliver presentations of relevant findings and conclusions, and recommend appropriate actions; contribute to literature reviews and prepare reports, presentations, and publications. Establish and maintain files and reports using computer applications such as Microsoft Excel/Access; perform checks, audits, and cleaning of files and data; confirm validity and accuracy of data ensuring compliance with quality control requirements. Perform clinical research activities including data management (collection, entry, verification) and advanced data analysis using statistical software such as SAS, SPSS, and R; may develop data collection instruments such as survey questionnaires. Maintain regular communication with PI, manager, and research team regarding writing deadlines, grant timelines, and submission requirements, ensuring all parties remain aligned and updated. Serve as liaison to other departments such as IRB or CCT within and outside the organization, government agencies, and product representatives. Provide training and guidance to less experienced researchers on writing and research processes, including grant development, manuscript preparation, and related tasks. Perform other duties as assigned to support sleep research study with a focus on research and writing initiatives. Education Bachelor's degree in a scientific field of study related to the research of the clinical setting. Experience Three (3) years of clinical research experience including two (2) years in the relevant research specialization. Preferred Experience Scientific writing experience strongly preferred. Other 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. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities 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. Hiring Range $64,000 - $72,000, commensurate with education and experience. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement UMB is committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workforce and is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer. 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