Research Coordinator III - Burn Center - The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine

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HJF is seeking a Research Coordinator III to develop, edit, document, and package protocols, consent forms and other regulatory documents for assigned medical centers, and special projects. Responsible for the execution and completion of protocol compliance actions leading to final IRB Approval. Conducts data cleaning and basic statistical analyses and table preparation. Prepares manuscripts and conference presentations.

This position will be in support of the US Army Institute of Surgical Research (USAISR) Burn Center, located on the San Antonio Military Medical Center Campus (SAMMC) (also known as Brooke Army Medical Center (BAMC)), in San Antonio, TX. The ISR Burn Center is uniquely positioned as the only American Burn Association-verified burn center in South Texas, and the only such center in the Department of Defense. This position will support research in the development of training related to burn and radiation education.

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.

• Writes protocol applications and consent forms for Institutional Review Boards. Prepares and submits required institution and federal documentation for the conduct of the trial.
• Manages regulatory issues for all programs upon receipt of IRB approval. This includes preparing any addenda and/or annual progress reports, submitting adverse event/safety information to the IRB, updating/maintaining regulatory requirements such as updated investigator CVs, changes in principal investigator, FDA form 1572, etc. Also, maintains accurate, regulatory-compliant program/study binders.
  
• Attends trainings, collaborator meetings, and conferences as noted in the study schedule.
• Performs the duties of a manuscript co-author, to include data cleaning, basic analyses and table generation, and manuscript preparation.
• Coordinate’s efforts of all organizations involved in the protocol approval process. Makes and maintains contacts with study team and collaborators.
• Coordinate’s protocol-specific training to study site staff and investigators. Ensures all human research protection (HRP) education is current, per study/project needs. Assists and leads in the drafting standard operating procedures (SOPs), coordinating in-services with clinical and research staff, and maintaining training logs within the scope of the research projects.
• Manages study calendar and coordinates meetings.
• 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 Life Sciences.
• Minimum of 6-8 years experience required.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Prior experience as a Research Coordinator.
• Must be familiar with IRB activities and actions.
• Prior human subjects research experience required.
• Prior experience with Microsoft Word/Track Changes.
• Working knowledge of a broad range of medical specialties.
• Prior experience with human subjects preferred. 
• Preferred working knowledge of applicable federal and military regulations regarding the use of human subjects in research. 
• Must have strong organizational skills and ability to set and meet deadlines. Must have strong initiative and be proactive.
• Must be available to travel to required trainings and meetings, as outlined in the study plan.
• Must be able to set and meet deadlines.

Physical Capabilities 

• Lifting: Requires lifting materials up to 10 lbs.
• Ability to stand or sit at a computer for prolonged periods.
  

Work Environment

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

Some HJF employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Proof of vaccination or an approved religious or medical accommodation will be required.

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.