Clinical Research Assistant II - DARPA

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HJF is seeking a Clinical Research Assistant II - DARPA to support clinical research evaluating novel interventions to improve mental health and prevent suicide in active-duty service members. The Clinical Research Assistant II will contribute to research activities including patient recruitment, screening, data collection, protocol adherence, and regulatory compliance for a clinical trial that combines brain stimulation, pharmacotherapy, and behavioral interventions. The Clinical Research Assistant II will also serve as a member of a multidisciplinary team and examine topics pertaining to military mental health, suicide prevention, and brain health.

Due to security requirements, this position may require U.S. Citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a T3/Secret Security Clearance

This position will be in support of the Department of Psychiatry / Center for the Study of Traumatic Stress. The position is located at both the National Intrepid Center of Excellence (NICoE) on campus at the Walter Reed National Military Medical Center (WRNMMC) and our home office in Bethesda, MD.

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.

• Supports the planning and implementation of clinical research, maintaining compliance with research protocols and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Facilitates the recruitment, screening, and enrollment of study participants.
• Communicates with study participants throughout study stages, including screening, recruitment, data collection, and follow-up.
• Assists with, plans, and/or executes the administration of study treatments in compliance with treatment protocols.
• Maintains detailed logs and documentation of participant communication and study progress tracking.
• Performs qualitative and quantitative data collection, entry, quality control, and basic analysis as outlined by project protocols.
• Performs administrative duties such as: assisting in maintaining study databases and files; scheduling study appointments; developing protocol manuals and data collection instruments.
• Conducts scientific literature reviews; summarizes and references relevant articles.
• Assists with the preparation of manuscripts, reports, grant proposals, and presentations including editing and formatting documents.
• Assists in Institutional Review Board (IRB) protocol preparation and modification.
• Conducts study administrative tasks (i.e., supply ordering) requiring collaboration with HJF, USUHS, and other government and contracting agencies.
• Participates in regular meetings with other study personnel, collaborators, and stakeholders.
• Serves as a member of a multidisciplinary team; provides research support for projects related to military mental health as needed.
• May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned or directed by the supervisor. This includes attendance of and participation in required training for the role.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in a related field (e.g., Psychology, Sociology, Neuroscience).
• Minimum of 3 to 5 years experience required.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Prior experience with human subjects research preferred.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills; able to communicate effectively and work with individuals of all levels.
• Ability to understand and utilize scientific/medical terminology and research theory in both oral and written communications.
• Ability to use measurable and verifiable information for making decisions or judgments.
• May require U.S. Citizenship and ability to obtain and maintain a T3/Secret Clearance.

Physical Capabilities

• Ability to stand or sit at a computer for prolonged periods.

Work Environment

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

Compensation

• The hourly pay range for this position is $22.16 - $32.93 Actual hourly pay 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.