Johns Hopkins University
Sr Research Program Coordinator (Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences)
Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, Maryland, United States, 21276
The Johns Hopkins Center for Suicide Prevention is seeking a
Sr. Research Program Coordinator
to assist with multiple research projects focused on suicide prevention, psychological autopsy, and lethal means (firearms) access. The coordinator will work closely with Dr. Paul Nestadt and an interdisciplinary team, engaging directly with research participants and collaborating investigators. The new Center emphasizes a public health approach to suicide prevention, including interaction with legislators and policymakers as well as direct work in clinical settings. This position offers excellent opportunities for professional growth, including authorship on manuscripts and grant submissions.
We value candidates who are detail-oriented, highly organized, flexible, collaborative, empathetic, and enthusiastic about public health and mental health research. Candidates who are comfortable engaging sensitively with participants experiencing grief or loss will excel in this role.
Specific Duties and Responsibilities
Research Coordination & Participant Engagement
Arrange and assist in qualitative psychological autopsy interviews with next‑of‑kin, including sensitive data collection and note‑taking.
Coordinate scheduling, consenting, and follow‑up with research participants.
Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, managing IRB protocols and amendments.
Data Management & Analysis
Design, implement, and manage surveys and data collection instruments in REDCap and Qualtrics.
Oversee transcription processes, manage qualitative data coding processes, and ensure data integrity and confidentiality.
Conduct preliminary qualitative and quantitative data analyses, contributing to publications and presentations.
Grant Writing & Reporting
Assist in preparing grant proposals and progress reports for various funding agencies.
Perform literature reviews and contribute to manuscript preparation, with significant opportunities for co‑authorship in a highly productive research group.
Supervision & Team Coordination
Train, mentor, and supervise undergraduate and graduate research assistants and volunteers.
Facilitate regular meetings, maintaining clear communication with team members and external collaborators to ensure timely completion of research goals.
Special Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.
Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, data management tools (REDCap, Qualtrics), and some familiarity with either quantitative or qualitative analysis software.
Flexibility to adapt to changing research priorities and timelines.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in a related discipline.
Three years of related experience.
Additional education may substitute for required experience, and additional related experience may substitute for required education beyond a high school diploma, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s Degree in Public Health, Psychology, Social Work, or a related discipline.
Previous experience in mental health research, qualitative interviewing, and/or public health interventions.
Familiarity with Johns Hopkins IRB procedures and human subjects research compliance.
Compensation and Benefits
Title: Sr. Research Project Coordinator
Salary Range: $41,300 – $72,300 annually ($50,000 targeted; commensurate with experience)
Work Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Location: Hybrid (School of Medicine Campus)
Employee Group: Full Time, exempt under FLSA
Benefits include health, dental, vision, retirement, paid time off, and other standard JHU benefits.
Equal Opportunity Employer The Johns Hopkins University is committed to equal opportunity for its faculty, staff, and students. To that end, the university does not discriminate on the basis of sex, gender, marital status, pregnancy, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected characteristic. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected status.
EEO is the Law. For more information, visit https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf
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Sr. Research Program Coordinator
to assist with multiple research projects focused on suicide prevention, psychological autopsy, and lethal means (firearms) access. The coordinator will work closely with Dr. Paul Nestadt and an interdisciplinary team, engaging directly with research participants and collaborating investigators. The new Center emphasizes a public health approach to suicide prevention, including interaction with legislators and policymakers as well as direct work in clinical settings. This position offers excellent opportunities for professional growth, including authorship on manuscripts and grant submissions.
We value candidates who are detail-oriented, highly organized, flexible, collaborative, empathetic, and enthusiastic about public health and mental health research. Candidates who are comfortable engaging sensitively with participants experiencing grief or loss will excel in this role.
Specific Duties and Responsibilities
Research Coordination & Participant Engagement
Arrange and assist in qualitative psychological autopsy interviews with next‑of‑kin, including sensitive data collection and note‑taking.
Coordinate scheduling, consenting, and follow‑up with research participants.
Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, managing IRB protocols and amendments.
Data Management & Analysis
Design, implement, and manage surveys and data collection instruments in REDCap and Qualtrics.
Oversee transcription processes, manage qualitative data coding processes, and ensure data integrity and confidentiality.
Conduct preliminary qualitative and quantitative data analyses, contributing to publications and presentations.
Grant Writing & Reporting
Assist in preparing grant proposals and progress reports for various funding agencies.
Perform literature reviews and contribute to manuscript preparation, with significant opportunities for co‑authorship in a highly productive research group.
Supervision & Team Coordination
Train, mentor, and supervise undergraduate and graduate research assistants and volunteers.
Facilitate regular meetings, maintaining clear communication with team members and external collaborators to ensure timely completion of research goals.
Special Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.
Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, data management tools (REDCap, Qualtrics), and some familiarity with either quantitative or qualitative analysis software.
Flexibility to adapt to changing research priorities and timelines.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in a related discipline.
Three years of related experience.
Additional education may substitute for required experience, and additional related experience may substitute for required education beyond a high school diploma, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s Degree in Public Health, Psychology, Social Work, or a related discipline.
Previous experience in mental health research, qualitative interviewing, and/or public health interventions.
Familiarity with Johns Hopkins IRB procedures and human subjects research compliance.
Compensation and Benefits
Title: Sr. Research Project Coordinator
Salary Range: $41,300 – $72,300 annually ($50,000 targeted; commensurate with experience)
Work Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Location: Hybrid (School of Medicine Campus)
Employee Group: Full Time, exempt under FLSA
Benefits include health, dental, vision, retirement, paid time off, and other standard JHU benefits.
Equal Opportunity Employer The Johns Hopkins University is committed to equal opportunity for its faculty, staff, and students. To that end, the university does not discriminate on the basis of sex, gender, marital status, pregnancy, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected characteristic. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected status.
EEO is the Law. For more information, visit https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf
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