Researchers at Johns Hopkins University conduct clinical trials and clinical studies to discover new ways to prevent and treat diseases and other health problems. We are seeking a

• _Clinical Research Coordinator_
• who will administratively coordinate 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. Investigators of the Schizoaffective Disorders Precision Medicine Center of Excellence are investigating the clinical and neurobiological basis of schizophrenia, with a focus on characterizing different subtypes of schizophrenia based on treatment response and on examining brain changes in schizophrenia during aging. The Clinical Research Coordinator will have a central role in organizing these studies, including participant recruitment, consent, assessment, database management, coordination with MRI facilities, and work with Institutional Review Board (IRB) protocols.

• Specific Duties & Responsibilities
• + Coordinate 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 participants

+ Contribute 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

+ Recruit, consent, and perform clinical and cognitive measures on patients with schizophrenia

+ Assist participants during imaging at the Kirby Center of the Kennedy Krieger Institute

+ Manage data, IRB protocols, and team meetings

+ Other duties as assigned.

• Minimum Qualifications
• + 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/graduation equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.
• Preferred Qualifications
• + Related undergraduate or work experience in human subjects research. + Experience with data management and databases, preferably REDCap + Experience in working with individuals with serious mental illness.
• Technical Skills & Expected Level of Proficiency
• + Attention to Detail
• Awareness + Clinical Trial Management System
• Awareness + Data Entry
• Awareness + Data Collection and Reporting
• Awareness + Data Management and Analysis
• Awareness + Interpersonal Skills
• Awareness + Oral and Written Communications
• Awareness + Organizational Skills
• Awareness + Project Coordination
• Awareness + Regulatory Compliance
• Awareness _The core technical skills listed are most essential; additional technical skills may be required based on specific division or department needs.

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Classified Title:

Clinical Research Coordinator Role/Level/Range:

ACRO37.5/03/CD

Starting Salary Range:

$17.65

• $31.

05 HRLY ($45,000 targeted; Commensurate w/exp.) Employee group:

Full Time Schedule:

Mon to Fri, 8:30 am to 5 pm

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt Location:

Hybrid/School of Medicine Campus Department name: SOM Psy Neurobiology Personnel area: School of MedicineEqual Opportunity Employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.