Clinical Research Coordinator II - Smokeless Tobacco Project

Overview

Join the HJF Team! HJF is seeking a Clinical Research Coordinator II to perform clinical research and patient treatment in conjunction with specified clinical research protocols at Womack Army Medical Center in Fort Liberty, North Carolina. This position supports the John P. Murtha Cancer Center Research Program Smokeless Tobacco Project located at Womack Army Medical Center, Ft. Bragg, NC. The study, titled “Smokeless Tobacco Use in the U.S. Military:
Establishment of a Bio-specimen Repository,” aims to establish a bio-specimen repository by prospectively collecting, processing and storing urine, blood, saliva, oral rinse, and oral cytobrush samples from active service duty members.

The John P. Murtha Cancer Center Research Program is a modern, patient-centric, tri-service military healthcare facility with a core of military and civilian oncologists and researchers providing multidisciplinary cancer-care delivery and patient-family support services. Our Cancer Center is the only DoD Cancer Center of Excellence within the Military Health System, offering access to cutting-edge cancer diagnostic and treatment technologies. The incumbent will coordinate all research activities related to performance and compliance of all research projects in multidisciplinary areas under the directions of designated Principal Investigators and the leadership of Murtha Cancer Center at Walter Reed Bethesda.

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine (HJF) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing military medicine. We serve military, medical, academic and government clients by administering, managing and supporting scientific programs that benefit members of the armed forces and civilians alike. Since its founding in 1983, HJF has served as a vital link between the military medical community and its federal and private partners.

HJF’s support and administrative capabilities allow military medical researchers and clinicians to maintain their scientific focus and accomplish their research goals.

• Screens patients for eligibility in participation of research protocol. Consents patients, and interviews patients to collect data on health history and lifestyle practices.
• Performs sample collection, processing and tracking. Prepares samples for shipment, enters the required data and prepares reports as needed.
• Participates in routine (weekly/monthly) update calls with MCC.
• Responsible for implementing SOPs, research protocols and policies for all assigned research projects. Assists with regulatory submissions and actions.
• Adheres to legal, professional and ethical codes with respect to confidentiality and privacy. Ensures protocol requirements are achieved within good clinical practices. Assists with monitoring audits/visits for protocols.
• Collects, organizes, and maintains appropriate files of data. Maintains status reports on all patients.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned or directed by the supervisor.

• Bachelor’s Degree in a health sciences field.
• Minimum of 3-5 years experience required.

• Knowledge of federal and local regulations and policies pertinent to research involving human subjects.
• Excellent interpersonal and computer skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively and to work with individuals of all levels.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a T1/Public Trust background clearance.

This position will take place primarily in a clinic setting.

The annual salary range for this position is $61,000–$75,000. Actual salary will be determined based on experience, education, etc.

HJF offers a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on health and well-being, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, health savings, retirement plans, and more.

Employment with HJF is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, which may include references, verification of previous employment, education and credentials, a criminal background check, and a DMV check if applicable. Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals With Disabilities. The contractor will not discriminate against employees or applicants forinquiring about, discussing, or disclosing pay information. However, employees who have access to compensation information of other employees or applicants as part of their job functions cannot disclose that information to individuals who do not have access, except as allowed by law or company policy. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c).