Research Program Assistant II

We are seeking a Research Program Assistant- II who is responsible for coordinating protocol implementation, community education, and engagement activities for multiple research projects within the Behavioral and Implementation Research Center on Health (formerly Adherence Research Center). BIRCH is a leader in the design of innovative interventions supporting behavior change to improve health and healthcare delivery within the community and other stakeholder settings.

This position will generally be engaged in the following: Coordinate community engagement efforts and education with public schools, and Head Start programs. Assist with the development of education materials. This position will support research activities including: Screen and recruiting eligible participants for study participation. Collaborate with the research team in the development of research instruments and forms. Collect research data and manage study databases.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

• Community Engagement and Health Education.
• Deliver education via in person or remote training and workshops to community sites (staff, caregivers, and children).
• Attend and provide support during community engagement events including, but not limited to, caregiver workshops, health fairs, and staff education.
• Obtain high level of knowledge of health topics associated with the seminars to be able to address community concerns and questions on these topics.
• Assist with writing and editing education procedures, education manuals, and curricula.
• Collaborate with study investigators, external agencies, community partners, and other partners on development of education materials.
• Serve as liaison between multiple collaborators and disciplines, including physicians, clinic administrative staff, Head Start programs, and schools. Be responsible for the coordination of services and the communication of pertinent information to all study participants.

Research Activities

• Complete screening process in community and clinic settings to identify potential participants.
• Recruit and consent potential study participants according to protocols' inclusion and exclusion criteria; be knowledgeable of the protocols so that study activities are completed correctly.
• Ensure proper informed consent from each study participant is obtained prior to entering study; ensure proper storage and documentation of consent forms in participants' research records.
• Track visit completion, inform them of upcoming scheduled clinic appointments, and manage study procedures concerns and/or issue that arise during visit assessments.
• Conduct and track follow-up assessments in a timely fashion. Responsible for troubleshooting participant difficulties with assessment completion.
• Complete status update reports accurately and in a timely fashion to inform the research manager
• Data collection responsibilities include abstracting data from paper and electronic medical records, conducting baseline and follow-up interviews over the phone or in person all according to written procedure manuals.
• Data management responsibilities include inputting, organizing, editing, and verifying accuracy of data in databases.
• Process, transport, package and prepare study materials for storage, testing, or shipping.
• Understand the importance and impact of data integrity regarding honest reporting of sensitive and confidential patient information.
• Adhere to guidelines regarding the sensitivity and confidential nature of patient information.
• Exercise good judgment, tact, and sensitivity at all times.
• Participate in weekly staff meetings to report on screening, recruitment, and data collection progress and resolve problems.
• Work independently and under the direction of the research supervisor to ensure successful completion of the clinical research study.
• Process participant payments and maintain accurate financial records.
• Performing other study related or administrative duties as assigned or requested.
• May assist in qualitative data coding and analysis.

Scope of Responsibility

• Knows the informal policies, procedures, and practices necessary to conduct the normal function of a specific section, unit, or work area.
• Is aware of the role of the position and its potential impact on the working unit.

Decision Making

• Carries out duties and responsibilities with limited supervision.
• Makes decisions and establishes work priorities on essentially procedure-oriented operations.

Supervision

• Will work directly under the supervision of the Research Program Supervisor and PI.

Communication

• Excellent oral and written communication skills and interviewing techniques.

Experience

• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks, detail oriented, self-motivated, strong interpersonal skills, ability to use personal computer; proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel; database and spreadsheet knowledge.
• Must be able to effectively prioritize and work on multiple tasks with concurrent deadlines and demonstrate excellent time management skills and efficiency.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks. Highly attentive to detail and deadlines.

Certification

• Will need to complete IRB course work.
• Will need to complete DOT/IATA training.
• Will require the ability to drive to offsite community locations.

• High School Diploma or graduation equivalent.
• Two years related experience.
• Additional education may substitute for required experience to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.
• Must possess and maintain a current, valid driver's license and vehicle.

Classified Title: Research Program Assistant II
Role/Level/Range: ACRO40/E/02/CC
Starting Salary Range: $15.70 - $26.25 HRLY ($42,432 targeted; Commensurate with experience)
Employee group: Full Time
Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:30am to 5pm
Exempt Status:Non-Exempt
Location:Hybrid/Johns Hopkins Bayview
Department name: SOM DOM Pulmonary
Personnel area: School of Medicine