The Behavioral Pharmacology Research Unit is seeking a Research Program Coordinator who reports to the Research Program Supervisor. The Research Program Coordinator will oversee day-to-day activities of a research project including recruitment, screening, and data collection, under the direction of the Principal Investigator (PI) and supervision of the Research Program Supervisor (RPS).
Specific Duties & Responsibilities
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Oversee research studies to include experimental research sessions.
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Ensure research protocol is followed by the research team.
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Oversee data collection and back up.
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Oversee recruitment and ensure the attainment of recruitment goals.
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Ensure the availability of test area facilities, supplies, and required protocol personnel in preparation for participant visits.
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Implement protocol changes and ensure that the study team is appropriately trained.
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Ensure appropriate study documentation.
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Prepare study materials for bi-annual quality assurance checks.
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Assist with the preparation of study reports, publications, and presentations.
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Conduct and present at study team meetings.
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Oversee study teams and report study activities to the PI and Postdoc as appropriate.
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Promptly relay staff issues to the RPS (within 48 hours) and assist with issue resolution.
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Provide backup in the event of staff absences, scheduling conflicts, and other program needs.
- Become conversant with protocols other than primary assignment and provide training or back-up for these protocols.
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Contribute to BPRU initiatives outside of study related tasks that may include mentoring of new staff, assisting with events, leading new program initiatives, and performing document and data checks.
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Perform miscellaneous related duties as assigned.
Special Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
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Ability to interact with faculty and staff on research teams, in clinical programs, and with educational outreach initiative to strategize about their communication needs.
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Attention to detail. Good proofreading skills.
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Excellent oral communication skills to deal effectively within and outside the department and to carry out protocols with human volunteers of diverse socio-economic and racial backgrounds.
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Excellent written communications skills in a variety of forms, print material, website content, speeches, and publicity materials.
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Knowledge of graphic design and typography.
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Skilled in computer programs such as Microsoft Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel and Publisher, Macintosh personal computers.
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Enthusiasm and willingness to learn about the work of the department as well to acquire new technical skills as needed.
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Excellent organizational skills to work effectively in an environment that requires balancing multiple assignments and verification of data sets.
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Ability to interact effectively with individuals at all levels and from diverse cultures.
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Ability to make decisions and work and act independently while keeping investigator informed.
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Interpersonal and interview skills required to carry out protocols with human volunteers.
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Experience with statistical software
Physical Requirements
- Able to sit in a normal seated position for extended periods.
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Able to reach by extending hand(s) or arm(s) in any direction.
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Finger dexterity required, able to manipulate objects with fingers rather than entire hand(s) or arm(s), e.g., use of computer keyboard.
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Communication skills using the spoken word.
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Ability to see within normal parameters.
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Ability to hear within normal range.
Minimum Qualifications
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Bachelor's Degree in related discipline.
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Additional related experience may substitute for required education, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.
Classified Title: Research Program Coordinator
Role/Level/Range: ACRO40/E/03/CD
Starting Salary Range: $17.00 - $30.00 HRLY ($47,840 targeted; Commensurate with experience)
Employee group: Full Time
Schedule: Monday thru Friday/40
Exempt Status: Non-Exempt
Location: Johns Hopkins Bayview
Department name: SOM Psy Bay Behavioral Pharm Rserch Unit
Personnel area: School of Medicine