Research Program Coordinator; Behavioral Pharmacology Research Unit

Research Program Coordinator (Behavioral Pharmacology Research Unit)

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The Behavioral Pharmacology Research Unit is seeking a Research Program Coordinator who reports to the Research Program Supervisor. The 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).

• Oversee research studies to include experimental research sessions.
• Ensure research protocol is followed by the research team.
• Oversee data collection and backup.
• Oversee recruitment and ensure the attainment of recruitment goals.
• Ensure the availability of test area facilities, supplies, and required protocol personnel in preparation for participant visits.
• Implement protocol changes and ensure that the study team is appropriately trained.
• Ensure appropriate study documentation.
• Prepare study materials for bi-annual quality assurance checks.
• Assist with the preparation of study reports, publications, and presentations.
• Conduct and present at study team meetings.
• Oversee study teams and report study activities to the PI and Postdoc as appropriate.
• Promptly relay staff issues to the RPS (within 48 hours) and assist with issue resolution.
• 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 backup for these protocols.
• Contribute to BPRU initiatives outside of study related tasks. Such responsibilities may include mentoring of new staff, assisting with events, leading new program initiatives, and performing document and data checks.
• Perform miscellaneous related duties as assigned.

• Ability to interact with faculty and staff on research teams, in clinical programs, and with educational outreach initiative to strategize about their communication needs.
• Attention to detail.
• Good proofreading skills.
• 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.
• Excellent written communication skills in a variety of forms, print material, website content, speeches, and publicity materials.
• Knowledge of graphic design and typography.
• Skilled in computer programs such as Microsoft Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, Publisher, Macintosh personal computers.
• Enthusiasm and willingness to learn about the work of the department as well to acquire new technical skills as needed.
• Excellent organizational skills to work effectively in an environment that requires balancing multiple assignments and verification of data sets.
• Ability to interact effectively with individuals at all levels and from diverse cultures.
• Ability to make decisions and work and act independently while keeping investigator informed.
• Interpersonal and interview skills required to carry out protocols with human volunteers.
• Experience with statistical software.

• Bachelor's Degree in related discipline.

Classified

Title:

Research Project Coordinator

Role/Level/Range: ACRO
40/E/03/CD

Starting Salary Range: $17.20 - $30.30 HRLY ($43,000 Targeted; Commensurate w/exp)

Employee group:
Full Time

Schedule:

Monday thru Friday/40

FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt

Location:

Hybrid/Johns Hopkins Bayview

Department name: SOM Psy Bay Behavioral Pharm Rserch Unit

Personnel area:
School of Medicine