Clinical Research Assistant I - TraCR

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HJF is seeking a Clinical Research Assistant I to perform data collection by conducting research interviews. The Clinical Research Assistant I will assist in the conduct of clinical research in conjunction with one or more specified clinical research protocols. The incumbent will recruit and screen new subjects for participation in clinical research studies, working under the guidance and direction of senior staff. This is the first of four levels of clinical research assistants and works under the guidance and direction of senior staff.

This position will be in support of translational and clinical research within the Infectious Diseases Directorate (IDD) at the Naval Medical Research Command (NMRC). The incumbent is tasked with supporting and conducting high-quality translational and clinical research to facilitate the development of infectious disease countermeasures for US military personnel. Within the Directorate is the NMRC Clinical Trials Center (CTC), a 3,500 square foot state-of-the-art facility located in Bethesda, MD that is equipped to conduct Phase 1 and 2 outpatient clinical trials. The NMRC CTC evaluates vaccines, therapeutics, prophylactics, and medical devices in human subjects to suitably advance innovative products from the laboratory to the front line and maximize the medical readiness of the Warfighter. This position will work within the NMRC CTC to support those clinical trial activities.

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine (HJF) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing military medicine. We serve military, medical, academic and government clients by administering, managing and supporting preeminent scientific programs that benefit members of the armed forces and civilians alike. Since its founding in 1983, HJF has served as a vital link between the military medical community and its federal and private partners. HJF's support and administrative capabilities allow military medical researchers and clinicians to maintain their scientific focus and accomplish their research goals.

• Recruits and screens new subjects for participation in NMRC CTC clinical research studies.
• Develops, implements, and maintains novel recruitment materials and strategies in conjunction with senior staff; considers community outreach and engagement principles for said materials and strategies.
• Reviews new subject records and screens subjects for eligibility for participation in research.
• Schedules subjects for appointments and Assists with monitoring audits/visits for protocols.
• Interviews subjects and collects and analyzes appropriate data for recruitment purposes, determines subject commitment, and obtains informed consent.
• Educates subjects about research protocols, their roles in the protocols, and any other vital information.
• Collects, organizes, catalogs, disseminates, and maintains appropriate files of current data. Maintains status reports on all subjects as appropriate.
• Performs research administration duties to support clinical research activities and reporting.
• Adheres to legal, professional, and ethical codes with respect to confidentiality and Assures that protocol-related activities are performed in compliance with Good Clinical Practice and other federal and Department of Defense regulations.
• Travels from their assigned workplace to support protocols at other sites as needed.
• May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned or directed by the supervisor. This may include attendance of and participation in required training for role.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Communications, Marketing, Life Sciences or a related field.
• Minimum of 0-2 years experience required.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to understand and utilize scientific/medical terminology in both oral and written communications.
• Excellent interpersonal and computer skills, including experience with MS Office products (MS Outlook, MS Excel, MS Word, MS Teams), Adobe Professional, and social media platforms.
• Ability to communicate effectively and to work with individuals of all levels.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a T1/Public Trust background check.

Physical Capabilities

• Lifting: Requires lifting materials up to 25 lbs.
• Ability to stand or sit at a computer for prolonged periods.
• Operating motor vehicles, machinery, and/or power tools.

Work Environment

• This position will take place primarily in research center/office setting.

Compensation

• The hourly pay range for this position is $18.25-$24.03. Actual hourly pay will be determined based on experience, education, etc.

Benefits

• HJF offers a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on your health and well-being, from medical, dental, and vision coverage to health savings and retirement plans, and more.

Employment with HJF is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, which may include, but is not limited to, contacting your professional references, verification of previous employment, education and credentials, a criminal background check, and a department of motor vehicle (DMV) check if applicable. Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer.