Coordinator, Research Project Senior (Hybrid Telework)

The University of Maryland School of Medicine (UMSOM) Division of Occupational and Environmental Medicine has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Research Project Coordinator.

University of Maryland (UMB) Schools of Medicine and Social Work faculty have been collaborating since 2020 with the Maryland Department of Health (MDH) on Workplace PROSPER (Partnering to Reduce Opioid Stigma and Promote Employment in Recovery), a project aimed at engaging employers in opioid epidemic mitigation. The research team has two active grants related to this effort and anticipates additional funded projects. Current projects under these grants include a statewide effort to get more naloxone into the hands of construction workers, who have a higher opioid overdose rate than other Maryland workers and supporting the Maryland Department of Health in developing programs that help employers adopt policies and practices consistent with a recovery friendly approach. These projects are primarily service delivery in nature with need to carefully track work deliverables across multiple related but separately funded projects, with research as a secondary goal.

This job will be to provide project coordination for each funded project while coordinating the team’s efforts among the different related projects in a program management role. This role requires a high degree of organization, attention to detail, and careful documentation. The successful candidate will also support the team in grant expenditure adherence and contributing meaningful information to enhance publications or grant applications related to the overall mission of Workplace PROSPER.

Work Mode: Position is hybrid work eligible.

Primary Duties:

• Independently manages operations of two or more research studies or clinical trial protocols. Serves as the primary liaison to other departments, outside organizations, government agencies, and product representatives to promote effective and efficient operation and use of resources. Provide guidance and direction to personnel engaged in research studies or clinical trials to ensure compliance with protocols and overall clinical objectives.
  
• Develops and tracks work flow policies and progress through the duration of the research study or clinical trial. Assists Principal Investigators and regulatory staff in the preparation of new protocol submissions, protocol amendments, and renewals of ongoing research studies or clinical trials.
  
• Oversees subject enrollment to ensure that informed consent is properly secured and documented. Assess eligibility of potential subjects through methods such as screening interviews, reviews of medical records, and discussions with research personnel.
  
• Monitors activities to ensure compliance with protocols and all relevant local, federal, and state regulatory and institutional policies. Continuously educates and trains personnel on compliance and protocol. Identifies protocol problems, informs investigators, and assists in problem resolution efforts.
  
• Manages complex study or trial data. Develops methods for collection, database storage, tracking, analysis, and interpretation of data.
  
• Develops and prepares study or research related documentation such as protocol worksheets, procedural manuals, adverse event reports, case report forms, and institutional review board documents. Responsible for developing and producing custom and routine reports.
  
• Reviews proposed study protocols to evaluate factors such as sample collection process, data management plans, and potential subject risks. Conducts quality assurance audits on data and regulatory documentation.
  
• Obtains tissue and blood samples as necessary and collects information through interviews, questionnaires, test results, and charts.
  
• Assists in budget development, expenditure adherence, grant applications, and maintenance of inventory on equipment and supplies.
  
• Provides training and guidance to less experienced personnel.
  
• Attends research study or clinical trial-related meetings, conferences, and teleconferences, as well as participating in any additional planning and development-related activities.
  
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Education: Bachelor’s degree in nursing, emergency services, chemistry, biology, public health, psychology, or another scientific discipline appropriate to position required.

Experience: Two (2) years of research coordination experience with at least one (1) year in research specialization.

Supervisory Experience: N/A.

Certification/Licensure: N/A.

Other: May consider a combination of directly related experience and education.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities:

Knowledge of position requirements. Knowledge of all applicable requirements, regulations, and laws. Skill in effective use of applicable technology/systems, including Microsoft Office programs (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook) and web meeting technology. Ability to effectively communicate both verbal and written thoughts, ideas, and facts. Ability to work cooperatively with others and independently. Ability to demonstrate, understand, apply, and adhere to the UMB Core Values of Respect and Integrity, Well-being and Sustainability, Equity and Justice, and Innovation and Discovery.

Additional Information: This is a full-time position.

Benefits: Exempt Regular 

UMB offers a comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes wellness, work/life balance, and professional development. This position participates in a retirement program that must be selected and is effective on your date of hire. Exempt regular staff receive a generous PAID leave package that includes over 4 weeks of vacation accrued each year, 15 paid holidays, 3 personal leave, unlimited accrual of sick time, and comprehensive health insurance; professional learning and development programs; tuition remission for employees and their dependents at any University System of Maryland school; and flexible work schedules and teleworking options (if applicable per job). 

Salary Range: $56,000-$62,000 (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] .

If you anticipate needing a reasonable accommodation for a disability under the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA), during any part of the employment process, please submit a UMB Job Applicant Accommodation Request . You may also contact [email protected] . Please note that only inquiries concerning an ADA request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.