Research Study Coordinator-Nursing Family & Community Health

Job Description

The University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB) School of Nursing
department of Family and Community Health is seeking two full-time,
contractual Research Study Coordinators. The Research Study
Coordinators will help support a worksite health promotion program
that aims to reduce stress and cardiovascular disease risk factors
among long-term care staff while also improving resident outcomes.
This position will recruit and consent participants; track
participants and document study progress and activities; collect
survey data and health assessments (weight, body fat and muscle
mass analysis, blood pressure, physical activity, memory, physical
function, etc.); and coordinate study activities such as staff
training, assessment timing, participant incentives, data and chart
audits, etc. This is an in-person position which requires travel to
research sites and locations will not be located on a bus
route.

Responsibilities

• Assists in identifying and recruiting volunteers to participate

in research studies.

• Explains study objectives, risks, and benefits with potential

volunteers to assist them in making decision regarding their
participation.

• Elicits a complete medical history and conducts physical

assessments such as taking vital signs.

• Implements research protocol.
• Observes physical and emotional reactions to treatments.

Reports irregularities and adverse effects to appropriate medical
personnel.

• Obtains, processes, and transports data to appropriate

facilities according to established technique.

• Completes case report forms and other records documenting

activities such as treatments and medications received.

• Facilitates research study process by scheduling and following

appointments; overseeing participant’s study flow; preparing
participants for study procedures; preparing research sites; and
maintaining research supplies.

• Assists with planning, organizing, and implementing community

special events and informational materials to educate and encourage
participation in research study.

Note: The intent of this list of primary duties is to provide a
representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities of
this job. Incumbents perform other related duties assigned.
Specific duties and responsibilities may vary based upon
departmental needs.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: High School Diploma or GED required; prefer
Bachelor’s degree

Experience : Four years directly related experience in a
medical/ research setting required. Prefer prior experience
conducting assessments (e.g. blood pressure)

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

General knowledge of patient care, treatment, planning, and
assessment. General knowledge of the principles of aseptic
technique and infection control including blood and body fluid
precautions. Ability to perform extensive standing and walking.
General knowledge of skill and ability to perform various medical
and nursing procedures and to operate medical equipment. Ability to
communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to
operate computers and other office equipment. General knowledge of
and compliance with confidentiality of records and communications
regarding clients. Ability to wear and work in personal protective
equipment.

Other:

Except for qualifications established by law, additional related
experience and formal education in which one has gained the
knowledge, skills, and abilities required for full performance of
the work of the job class may be substituted for the education or
experience requirement on a year-for-year basis with 30 college
credits being equivalent to one year of experience.

Conditions of Employment:

Candidates selected for employment in this job class may be subject
to medical inquiries and/or medical examination to determine the
ability to perform the job. Employees in this job class may be
subject to pre-employment and random drug testing. Overtime,
weekend, on-call and shift work may be required in some positions.
Some positions may require current Practical Nurse licensure and
compliance with the Maryland Nurse Practice Act for Licensed
Practical Nurses.

About Us

The University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB) is Maryland’s public
health, law, and human services university. Six professional
schools and the interdisciplinary Graduate School confer the
majority of health care, human services, and law professional
degrees in Maryland each year.

Our goal is to support the University’s mission of education,
research, clinical care, and public service by amplifying UMB’s
voice as a thought and action leader, and to enhance goodwill in
the communities and people with whom we engage. UMB is a public
university and constituent institution of the University System of
Maryland. All employees are expected to work primarily physically
within the State of Maryland.

UMB is committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workforce
and is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer. All
qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment
without regard to race, color, religion, age, ancestry or national
origin, sex, pregnancy or related conditions, sexual orientation,
gender identity or expression, genetic information, physical or
mental disability, marital status, protected veteran's status, or
any other legally protected classification.

If you anticipate needing a reasonable accommodation for a
disability under the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA), during
any part of the employment process, please submit a UMB Job Applicant Accommodation Request . You
may also contact HRDiversity@umaryland.edu. Please note that only
inquiries concerning an ADA request for reasonable accommodation
will be responded to from this email address.

The University of Maryland, Baltimore prohibits sex discrimination
in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals
may report concerns or questions to the Title IX Coordinator. Read
the UMB Notice of Non-Discrimination for more
information.

UMB is a public university and constituent institution of the
University System of Maryland. All employees are expected to work
primarily physically within the State of Maryland. Regular and contractual employee are eligible for a
comprehensive benefits package

About the Team

The University of Maryland School of Nursing was founded in 1889
and is one of the premier nursing schools in the country. As a
catalyst for creativity and collaboration, we engage diverse groups
of professionals, organizations, and communities in addressing
local, national, and global health priorities. Together, faculty,
staff, and students create a rich and vibrant working and learning
environment where knowledge is created and shared.