Lead Clinical Research Specialist – Catonsville

The Department of Psychiatry’s Division of Psychiatric Services Research is seeking a Lead Clinical Research Specialist to work within the Systems Evaluation Center located in Catonsville, MD . The Center conducts program evaluations, performs data analysis, and provides technical assistance and consultation to the Maryland Behavioral Health Administration. This position is responsible for assuming a lead role in coordinating evaluation activities and working collaboratively with a variety of stakeholders. The preferred candidate will have advanced preparation in the research and evaluation of behavioral health services and experience in behavioral health care delivery, preferably within a public system or to underserved populations. This position may involve travel to meetings.

UMB offers a comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes wellness, work/life balance, and professional development. Regular, exempt staff receive a generous leave package that includes over 2 weeks of vacation each year, paid holidays, sick time, and time for community service; subsidized comprehensive health insurance and supplemental retirement options; professional learning and development programs; tuition remission options for employees enrolled at UMB; life insurance and long-term disability; and flexible work schedules and teleworking options (if applicable per job).  

This is a full-time Regular position.

PRIMARY DUTIES

• Lead evaluation of clinical research projects and related activities for the Maryland Public Behavioral Health System.
• Design, develop, document, and implement research and evaluation procedures and protocols using a variety of complex activities.
• Develop protocol manuals and data collection instruments and training materials.
• Lead the development of project timelines, work plans, recruitment strategies, and progress through the duration of the clinical evaluation projects.
• Assume lead role in the management and completion of data collection, data validation, data analysis, data interpretation, and report writing.
• Prepare Institutional Review Board (IRB) and Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) protocols and ensure compliance with protocols.
• Collaborate with Maryland Public Behavioral Health System stakeholders, including state and local administrators, service providers, advocates, persons with lived experience, and/or their family members.
• Contribute to the development of conference and meeting presentations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education: Bachelor's degree in scientific field of study related to the research of the clinic such as Sociology, Psychology, or related field. Doctoral or Master’s degree preferred.
Experience: Five (5) years of clinical research experience including three (3) years in the relevant research specialization such as behavioral health.
Other: Master's degree in related field may be substituted for two (2) years of related experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge regarding program evaluation and/ or research methods.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and serve as a resource in area of technical specialty.
• Skill in statistical programming, interpretation and data analysis using statistical software such as SPSS as well as spreadsheet and database software applications.
• Ability to network with and present information to key groups and individuals; ability to take scientific terminology and concepts and translate to lay persons in a meaningful way.

The hiring range for this position is in the low $70,000s to mid $80,000s, commensurate with education and experience.

UMB is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law or policy. For assistance related to employment, please contact the Staffing department at [email protected]. 

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