Field Research Coordinator (Health, Behavior and Society)

The Health, Behavior and Society Department is seeking a Field Research Coordinator. The Field Research Coordinator administratively coordinates the research protocol implementation of a single complex study or multiple studies. Will ensure the efficient logistical implementation of the study activities and provide administrative support for all related issues. The selected candidate would also support the Overdose Data 2 Action Harm Reduction Services Evaluation in Maryland.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

• Coordinate all activities of a complex research study or multiple studies to ensure validity of findings.
• Work with the Principal Investigator or senior research staff to develop operational plans to meet research goals.
• Develop tools and procedures for data collection and study processes.
• Collect and organize data per study requirements, e.g., participant interviews, administer questionnaires; conduct background research, laboratory processing, etc.
• Ensure adherence to protocols and procedures.
• Assist with setup of data collection system and enter and organize data.
• Oversee record management for research study.
• Oversee budget expenditures for study operations.
• Assist in coordinating study meetings.
• Participate in study meetings and provide updates on protocol implementation status and make recommendations on operational issues.
• Conduct literature searches to provide background information.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Facilitate multiple forms of data collection, including brief surveys and in-depth interviews.
• Collaboratively develop research plans, study instruments, IRB amendments, and research protocols and operating procedures.
• Collaboratively assist in quantitative and qualitative data analyses.

• Bachelor’s Degree in related field.
• One year of related experience.
• Additional education may substitute for required experience, and additional related experience may substitute for required education beyond a high school diploma/graduation equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.

• Master’s Degree in a related field.

Technical Skills & Expected Level of Proficiency

• Data Management and Analysis - Developing
• Information Gathering - Developing
• Oral and Written Communications - Developing
• Project Coordination - Developing
• Project Management - Developing
• Regulatory Compliance - Developing
• Research and Analytical Skills - Developing
• Resource Management - Developing

The core technical skills listed are most essential; additional technical skills may be required based on specific division or department needs.

Classified Title: Research Project Coordinator II 
Job Posting Title (Working Title): Field Research Coordinator (Health, Behavior and Society)   
Role/Level/Range: ACRO37.5/03/CE  
Starting Salary Range: $20.25 - $36.25 HRLY (Commensurate w/exp.) 
Employee group: Full Time 
Schedule: Monday to Friday: 9:00am – 5:00pm 
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt 
Location: Hybrid/School of Public Health  
Department name: HBS-Research Projects   
Personnel area: School of Public Health