Clinical Research Associate II

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HJF is seeking a Clinical Research Associate II who monitors the execution of clinical research studies as well as performs data collection for multiple research projects related to creative arts therapies. The Clinical Research Associate will provide regulatory support for associated clinical research projects and will assist in recruitment and data collection efforts. Ensures that all necessary steps are taken towards safety provisions and all regulations are adhered.

This position will be in support of National Intrepid Center of Excellence (NICoE) at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center (WRNMMC). NICoE is a DoD institute dedicated to providing cutting-edge evaluation, treatment, and research for service members dealing with complex interactions of mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI) and psychological health (PH) conditions. The position will provide support for a portfolio of creative arts therapies research projects including two main projects. The first project evaluates the impact of art therapy on posttraumatic stress symptoms and the second projects assesses the ability of wearable sensors to quantify movement during dance movement therapy.

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.

• Submits protocol application and consent forms on behalf of PI to local Institutional Review Board (IRB). Ensures that all amendments, continuing reviews and adverse events have been submitted to the IRB.
• Assists with study recruitment and data collection efforts.
• Ensures that regulatory documents are maintained and are up to date. Maintains accurate regulatory compliant program/study binders for each study.
• Assures sufficient investigator qualifications, training, facility resources, laboratories, equipment, and staff to properly support studies.
• Monitors and assesses the clinical research site's patient recruitment and retention success.
• Assists with the preparation of project-related deliverables and broader dissemination efforts (e.g., written manuscripts for submission to scientific journals and annual reports to study sponsor).
• May train other Clinical Research Associates or Assistants.
• 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

• Master's Degree required
• Minimum of 3 to 5 years experience required

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of federal and local regulations and policies pertinent to research involving human subjects.
• Must be familiar with Institutional Review Board activities and Institutional Biosafety Committee actions.
• Familiarity with clinical research methods.
• Excellent communication and demonstrated interpersonal skills required to work successfully and professionally within multi-disciplinary teams and with participants.
• Skill in using computers and relevant software, including electronic clinical data capture system, SPSS, Excel, Endnote, Adobe, and PowerPoint.
• Background in neuroscience or creative arts therapies research is strongly preferred.
• The ability to obtain and/or maintain a T1 Public Trust with CAC.

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 or clinic setting.

Compensation

• The annual salary range for this position is $57,650-$75,000. 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.