Job Description 

The School of Medicine at University of Maryland, Baltimore has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Research Project Coordinator in the Pulmonary, Critical Care, and Sleep Medicine division to join our fun and productive team. The incumbent in this position will become a vital and valued member of a productive, fun, and highly collaborative sleep research team performing multiple studies among older adults, military service members, and other adult populations. They will further strengthen their research skills and be encouraged to contribute to publications and presentations. Note: this is a fast-paced work environment. Team members must be motivated, self-starting, and committed to excellence.
 
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 workflow 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: Except for qualifications established by law, additional related experience and formal education in which one has gained the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for full performance of the work of the job class may be substituted for the education or experience requirement on a year-for-year basis with 30 undergraduate college credits being equivalent to one year of related experience. In instances where specific education and/or experience is required only directly related education and/or experience may be substituted.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

Knowledge of position requirements. Knowledge of all applicable requirements, regulations, and laws. Skill in effective use of applicable technology/systems. 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.

Hiring Range: $57,000 - $63,000, commensurate with education and experience.

Benefits (Contingent Category II): 

UMB offers a comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes wellness, work/life balance, and professional development, along with additional exciting perks that employees can take advantage of. Contingent Category II 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; limited tuition remission for employees enrolled at UMB; life insurance and long-term disability; and flexible work schedules and teleworking options (if applicable per job). 

UMB is a public university and constituent institution of the University System of Maryland. All employees are expected to work primarily physically within the State of Maryland.

UMB is committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workforce and is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, ancestry or national origin, sex, pregnancy or related conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, marital status, protected veteran's status, or any other legally protected classification. 

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 HRDiversity@umaryland.edu. Please note that only inquiries concerning an ADA request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. 

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