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Research Program Assistant IIThe Department of Geriatrics and Neuropsychiatry is seeking a Research Program Assistant II to conduct clinical trials and clinical studies, discover new ways to prevent, and treat diseases and other health problems. The Research Program Assistant II will support the research team by implementing steps and processes of a clinical research protocol. The position will perform both administrative tasks related to day-to-day clinical research operations, and protocol-related duties requiring an understanding of research procedures.Specific Duties & ResponsibilitiesCollect study data by recruiting and coordinating activities of study participants.Utilize a basic understanding of the clinical study background and rationale to explain the study to potential and current participants.Assist in developing recruitment strategy for one or more studies.Implement a variety of techniques for recruitment, e.g., print and web based advertisements, contact referring physicians, participate in community events, etc.Set up tools and procedures for data collection and study processes.Perform data entry and organize data in approved systems.Serve as liaison between study team and IRB for routine administrative matters.Prepare routine reports related to study accrual, study trends, efficiency-related issues.Contact participants to confirm, schedule, and retain.Other duties as assigned.Additional ResponsibilitiesResponsible for participant recruitment.Complete initial and follow-up participant visits (including home visits).Escort participants to magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scans.Maintain accuracy of participant clinical research data in a timely and ongoing manner.Minimum QualificationsHigh school diploma or graduation equivalent.One year of related experience.Additional education may substitute for required experience and additional related experience may substitute for required education beyond a high school diploma/graduation equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.Preferred QualificationsBachelor's Degree in a related fieldTechnical Skills & Expected Level of ProficiencyAdministrative Skills - AwarenessClinical Research - AwarenessClinical Research Knowledge - AwarenessData Entry - AwarenessData Collection and Reporting - AwarenessData Management and Analysis - AwarenessInformation Gathering - AwarenessInterpersonal Skills - AwarenessOrganizational Skills - AwarenessThe core technical skills listed are most essential; additional technical skills may be required based on specific division or department needs.Additional Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesAbility to make independent decisions.Ability to work for periods of time without direction.Ability to work with flexibility on several tasks simultaneously and to meet various concurrent deadlines. Very strong organizational skills, analytical and problem-solving abilities, and attention to detail.Ability to maintain confidentiality.Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written.Ability to effectively interact with all levels of employees as well as outside contacts.Excellent computer skills including proficiency in MS Word, Excel and Power Point.Good people skills and excellent written and verbal communication skills.
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baltimore, MD, 21201, US
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