Clinical Research Coordinator I - Graduate School of Nursing

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HJF is seeking a Clinical Research Coordinator I to perform clinical research and patient treatment in conjunction with one or more specified clinical research protocols. Supervised by the Program Manager or their designee.

This position will be in support of the Graduate School of Nursing / Adjustment Disorders Research Team with Uniformed Services University (USU), in collaboration with Wright Patterson AFB. The position will be located in Dayton, OH.

The Adjustment Disorders (AjD) Research team is investigating the validity, reliability, and sensitivity to change for a military-centric clinical tool developed to measure the presence of and severity of Adjustment disorder. AjD is the most prevalent mental health diagnosis in the U.S. military, and is highly comorbid with suicidality. It is also the most common reason for aeromedical evacuations from combat zones, and is linked to early separation from the military.

The primary role of this position is participant recruitment, data collection management, and execution of research tasks per the research protocol and study procedures. The incumbent will oversee participant recruitment and enrollment, ensure protocol compliance, and maintain data integrity.

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 preeminent 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.

• Screen potential participants for eligibility, coordinate with site Associate Investigator regarding their eligibility, and obtain informed consent.
• Collect and maintain study data.
• Educate participants on research protocols and their roles.
• Organize and maintain study files per study procedures and protocols, ensuring audit readiness.
• Assist with the preparation and submission of regulatory documents to the IRB and other oversight bodies.
• Ensure adherence to legal, professional, and ethical standards, including HIPAA, confidentiality, and privacy.
• Organize the scheduling of psychological assessments and study visits while ensuring compliance with protocol requirements.
• Complete required data entry and respond to study team queries.
• Participate in research-related meetings.
• Assist with study monitoring and site audits/visits
• May Perform other research study duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Principal Investigator (PI) or her designee. This may include attendance of and participation in required training for role.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree
• Minimum of 0-2 years experience required

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• 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.
• The ability to obtain and/or maintain a T1 Public Trust with CAC.

Work Environment

• This position will take place primarily in a clinic setting.

Compensation

• The annual salary range for this position is $43,650-$65,000. Actual salary will be determined based on experience, education, etc.

Benefits

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

Employment with HJF is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, which may include, but is not limited to, contacting your professional references, verification of previous employment, education and credentials, a criminal background check, and a department of motor vehicle (DMV) check if applicable. Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer.