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Research Program Coordinator

Johns Hopkins University
United States, Maryland, Baltimore
Jul 26, 2025
Psychiatry Center for Psychedelic and Consciousness Research is seeking aResearch Program Coordinator. Researchers at Johns Hopkins University conduct clinical trials and clinical studies to discover new ways to prevent and treat diseases and other health problems. The Clinical Research Coordinator administratively coordinates clinical protocol implementation, typically for a single study. Will ensure the 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 meeting. 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 strategy 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. Oversee budget expenditures for study operations. Obtain and maintain excellent operating knowledge of assigned clinical protocol, clinical equipment, and clinical computer systems. Conduct literature searches to provide background information. Related undergraduate or work experience in human subject's research. Technical Skills and Expected Level of Proficiency Attention to Detail: Awareness Clinical Trial Management System: Awareness Data Entry: Awareness Data Collection and Reporting: Awareness Data Management and Analysis: Awareness Interpersonal Skills: Awareness Oral and Written Communications: Awareness Organizational Skills: Awareness Project Coordination: Awareness Regulatory Compliance: Awareness The core technical skills listed are most essential; additional technical skills may be required based on specific division or department needs. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in related discipline. Additional education may substitute for required experience and additional related experience may substitute for required education beyond HS Diploma/Graduation Equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula. Classified Title: Research Program Coordinator Role/Level/Range: ACRO40/E/03/CD Starting Salary Range: $17.20 - $30.30 HRLY ($47,840 targeted; Commensurate w/exp.) Employee group: Full Time Schedule: M-F/8:30-5:00 FLSA Status:Non-Exempt Location: Hybrid/Johns Hopkins Bayview Department name: PSYCHIATRY CPCR Personnel area: School of Medicine Total Rewards The referenced base salary range represents the low and high end of Johns Hopkins University's salary range for this position. Not all candidates will be eligible for the upper end of the salary range. Exact salary will ultimately depend on multiple factors, which may include the successful candidate's geographic location, skills, work experience, market conditions, education/training and other qualifications. Johns Hopkins offers a total rewards package that supports our employees' health, life, career and retirement. More information can be found here: https://hr.jhu.edu/benefits-worklife/. Education and Experience Equivalency Please refer to the job description above to see which forms of equivalency are permitted for this position. If permitted, equivalencies will follow these guidelines: JHU Equivalency Formula: 30 undergraduate degree credits (semester hours) or 18 graduate degree credits may substitute for one year of experience. Additional related experience may substitute for required education on the same basis. 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. Applicants Completing Studies Applicants who do not meet the posted requirements but are completing their final academic semester/quarter will be considered eligible for employment and may be asked to provide additional information confirming their academic completion date. Background Checks The successful candidate(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check. Johns Hopkins is committed to hiring individuals with a justice-involved background, consistent with applicable policies and current practice. A prior criminal history does not automatically preclude candidates from employment at Johns Hopkins University. In accordance with applicable law, the university will review, on an individual basis, the date of a candidate's conviction, the nature of the conviction and how the conviction relates to an essential job-related qualification or function. Diversity and Inclusion The Johns Hopkins University values diversity, equity and inclusion and advances these through our key strategic framework, the JHU Roadmap on Diversity and Inclusion. Equal Opportunity Employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. EEOis the Law https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf Accommodation Information 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 Talent Acquisition Office at jhurecruitment@jhu.edu. For TTY users, call via Maryland Relay or dial 711. For more information about workplace accommodations or accessibility at Johns Hopkins University, please visit https://accessibility.jhu.edu/. Vaccine Requirements Johns Hopkins University strongly encourages, but no longer requires, at least one dose of the COVID-19 vaccine.The COVID-19 vaccine does not apply to positions located in the State of Florida. We still require all faculty, staff, and students to receive the seasonal flu vaccine. Exceptions to the COVID and flu vaccine requirements may be provided to individuals for religious beliefs or medical reasons. Requests for an exception must be submitted to the JHU vaccination registry.This change does not apply to the School of Medicine (SOM). SOM hires must be fully vaccinated with an FDA COVID-19 vaccination and provide proof of vaccination status. For additional information, applicants for SOM positions should visit https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/coronavirus/covid-19-vaccine/and all other JHU applicants should visit https://covidinfo.jhu.edu/health-safety/covid-vaccination-information/. The following additional provisions may apply, depending upon campus. Your recruiter will advise accordingly. 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.