Clinical Research Coordinator II - The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine

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HJF is seeking a Clinical Research Coordinator II to perform clinical research and patient treatment in conjunction with specified clinical research protocols at Womack Army Medical Center in Fort Bragg, North Carolina. This position will be in support of the John P. Murtha Cancer Center Research Program Smokeless Tobacco Project located at Womack Army Medical Center, Ft. Bragg, NC. The high prevalence of smokeless tobacco use in the U.S. military poses a significant health risk to service members and military readiness. The purpose of this study entitled “Smokeless Tobacco Use in the U.S. Military: Establishment of a Biospecimen Repository” is to establish a biospecimen repository by prospectively collecting, processing and storing urine, blood, saliva, oral rinse, and oral cytobrush samples from active service duty members.

The John P. Murtha Cancer Center Research Program is a modern, patient-centric, tri-service military healthcare facility. Its comprehensive core of military and civilian oncologists and other cancer-trained clinicians and researchers provide multidisciplinary cancer-care delivery and patient-family support services. Our Cancer Center, the only DoD Cancer Center of Excellence within the Military Health System, offers its patients access to cutting-edge cancer diagnostic and treatment technologies. The incumbent will coordinate all research activities related to the performance and compliance of all research projects in multidisciplinary areas under the directions of designated Principal Investigators and the leadership of Murtha Cancer Center at Walter Reed Bethesda.

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.

• Screens patients for eligibility in participation of research protocol. Consents patients, and interviews patients to collect data on health history and lifestyle practices. 
• Performs sample collection, processing and tracking. Prepares samples for shipment, enters the required data and prepares reports as needed.
• Participates in routine (weekly/monthly) update calls with MCC
• Responsible for implementing SOPs, research protocols and policies for all assigned research projects. Assists with regulatory submissions and actions.
• Adheres to legal, professional and ethical codes with respect to confidentiality and privacy. Assures that protocol requirements are achieved within good clinical practices.  Assists with monitoring audits/visits for protocols. 
• Collects, organizes, and maintains appropriate files of data. Maintains status reports on all patients.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned or directed by the supervisor.

 Education and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree
• Minimum of 3-5 years experience required

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of federal and local regulations and policies pertinent to research involving human subjects.
• Excellent interpersonal and computer skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively and to work with individuals of all levels.
• The ability to obtain and/or maintain a T1 Public Trust with CAC.

Work Environment

• This position will take place primarily in a Clinic setting. 

Compensation

• The annual salary range for this position is $54,700-$70,000. Actual salary 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.