| General Summary/Purpose We are seeking a Sr. Research Program Coordinator to lead protocol implementation for international research studies in the field of tuberculosis, including a study of early tuberculosis disease progression and detection in Uganda and a cost-effectiveness analysis of a multi-center trial of tuberculosis diagnostics in Mozambique, Tanzania, and South Africa. Responsibilities will include administrative and scientific implementation of study protocols, database oversight and management, close coordination with local research site staff, and participation in analysis and dissemination of research findings. The ideal candidate will apply superb organization, accuracy, initiative, interpersonal and communication skills, and data management experience to the coordination of multifaceted research projects. Specific Duties & Responsibilities Project management - Proactively communicate about study progress with Principal Investigators and collaborators in the School of Medicine and School of Public Health.
- Build relationships and maintain close communication with international project teams.
- Develop project workplans, timelines, and standard operating procedures.
- Train local staff on study procedures, including costing, informed consent, and data collection.
- Perform independent site visits to ensure adherence to regulatory requirements and SOPs.
- Meet regularly with principal investigators and research team to review study progress. Set meeting agendas, actively participate in team meetings, and maintain minutes.
- Prepare IRB documentation including proposals, progress reports, and amendments.
- Participate in developing and monitoring of study budgets.
- Conduct project reporting to supervisors, team, and funders.
- Monitor study progress and proactively develop plans to ensure milestones are met and deliverables are received on time.
Data management - In collaboration with a Ugandan data manager, maintain a longitudinal REDCap database that interacts with multiple automated and manually-entered data streams. Update database elements as studies evolve.
- Review study data for quality, and work with the data manager to develop and resolve queries.
- Develop new data collection, data evaluation, and data summary tools.
- Prepare patient-level and study-level data summaries for regular reviews by clinical consultants and external monitoring boards.
Analysis and dissemination - Perform cleaning and statistical analysis of collected data (e.g., multivariable regression).
- Present results at scientific conferences and other national and international venues.
- Contribute to writing of manuscripts.
- Prepare updates for study site partners including health facilities and TB program leadership.
- Prepare other dissemination products as needed.
Support other work of the TB epidemiology and modeling team at Johns Hopkins - Participate in calls with collaborators
- Participate in meetings with guests & stakeholders
- Assist with other projects as requested
Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree required.
3 years of related experience required. Additional education may substitute for required experience, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.
* JHU Equivalency Formula: 30 undergraduate degree credits (semester hours) or 18 graduate degree credits may substitute for one year of experience. For jobs where equivalency is permitted, up to two years of non-related college course work may be applied towards the total minimum education/experience required for the respective job. * Preferred Qualifications Masters preferred. Special Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Excellent verbal and written communication skills required. Must be able to exercise independent judgement, initiative, and innovation, consulting with the PI as needed; manage multiple tasks concurrently; and meet deadlines with attention to detail and quality. Familiarity with research databases (e.g. REDCap) and statistical software (ideally including R) is strongly preferred. The ideal candidate will be sensitive to diverse populations and cultures and will have the ability and enthusiasm to travel internationally when post-pandemic conditions permit. The applicant must be willing to join approximately 2 conference calls by phone per week outside of business hours, for communication with international colleagues. This description is a general statement of required duties and responsibilities performed on a regular and continuous basis. It does not exclude other duties as assigned. Classified Title: Sr. Research Program Coordinator
Working Title: Sr. Research Program Coordinator
Role/Level/Range: ACRP/03/MB
Starting Salary Range: $38,920- $53,520; Commensurate with Experience
Employee group: Full Time
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5:00pm plus, Up to 37.5 hours/week
Exempt Status: Exempt
Location: 04-MD:School of Medicine Campus
Department name: 60000204-SOM DOM ID TB Center
Personnel area: School of Medicine The successful candidate(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check. If you are interested in applying for employment with The Johns Hopkins University and require special assistance or accommodation during any part of the pre-employment process, please contact the HR Business Services Office at [email protected]. For TTY users, call via Maryland Relay or dial 711. The following additional provisions may apply depending on which campus you will work. Your recruiter will advise accordingly. During the Influenza ("the flu") season, as a condition of employment, The Johns Hopkins Institutions require all employees who provide ongoing services to patients or work in patient care or clinical care areas to have an annual influenza vaccination or possess an approved medical or religious exception. Failure to meet this requirement may result in termination of employment. The pre-employment physical for positions in clinical areas, laboratories, working with research subjects, or involving community contact requires documentation of immune status against Rubella (German measles), Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Varicella (chickenpox), Hepatitis B and documentation of having received the Tdap (Tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis) vaccination. This may include documentation of having two (2) MMR vaccines; two (2) Varicella vaccines; or antibody status to these diseases from laboratory testing. Blood tests for immunities to these diseases are ordinarily included in the pre-employment physical exam except for those employees who provide results of blood tests or immunization documentation from their own health care providers. Any vaccinations required for these diseases will be given at no cost in our Occupational Health office. Equal Opportunity Employer
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