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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. 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. * 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. Technical Skills & Expected Level of Proficiency * Administrative Skills - Awareness * Clinical Trial Management System - Awareness * Data Entry - Awareness * Interpersonal Skills - Awareness * Literature Reviews - Awareness * Oral and Written Communications - Awareness * Organizational Skills - Awareness * Project Coordination - Awareness * Research and Analytical Skills - Awareness The core technical skills listed are most essential; additional technical skills may be required based on specific division or department needs. Classified Title: Clinical Research Coordinator Job Posting Title (Working Title): Clinical Research Coordinator (DOM Bay Rheumatology) Role/Level/Range: ACRO37.5/03/CD Starting Salary Range: $17.20 - $30.30 HRLY ($46,500 targeted; Commensurate w/exp.) Employee group: Full Time Schedule: M-F 8a - 4:30p FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Location: JH at Greenspring Station Department name: SOM DOM Bay Rheumatology Personnel area: School of Medicine