Research Project Coordinator

The School of Medicine at University of Maryland, Baltimore has an exciting opportunity for a Research Project Coordinator in the Pulmonary, Critical Care, and Sleep Medicine division to join a fun and productive team. The incumbent will become a valued member of a collaborative sleep research team performing tasks for a clinical research study among adults with sleep disorders. They will strengthen clinical research skills and be encouraged to contribute to publications and presentations.

This fast‑paced environment requires motivated, self‑starting, and committed team members.

UMB offers an extensive benefits package prioritizing wellness, work/life balance, and professional development. Staff receive over two weeks of vacation per year, paid holidays, sick time, community service time, comprehensive health insurance, supplemental retirement options, professional learning programs, limited tuition remission, life insurance and long‑term disability coverage, and flexible work schedules and teleworking options when applicable.

• Coordinate day‑to‑day operations of research studies, including data maintenance, grant expenditure adherence, project evaluation, meeting scheduling, and research subject interfacing. Serve as point of contact for participants, staff, and support personnel.
• Ensure compliance with GCP, study protocols, and applicable regulations, exercising discretion to solve non‑routine issues in collaboration with managers and team members.
• Recruit and screen volunteers, develop recruitment streams, and obtain informed consent and enrollment.
• Lead data collection and management by creating instruments, establishing databases, performing quality checks, and improving processes for data efficiency. Mentor data entry staff and perform non‑routine data analysis as needed.
• Develop and deliver reports of study data to staff and stakeholders, analyze data, and recommend actions. Summarize protocol deviations and IRB communications. Contribute to publications and grant applications.
• Monitor compliance with protocols and regulatory policies; assist in budget development, expenditure adherence, and inventory maintenance for equipment and supplies.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Bachelor’s degree in nursing, emergency services, chemistry, biology, public health, psychology, or another applicable social science or scientific discipline.

One to two years of clinical research experience preferred.

Additional related experience and formal education may substitute for mandatory requirements on a year‑for‑year basis with 30 undergraduate credits equating to one year of experience. Directly related education or experience may substitute for specific qualifications.

Knowledge of position requirements, regulations, and laws; effective use of technology and systems; clear verbal and written communication; cooperative and independent work ability; understanding and adherence to UMB Core Values of Respect and Integrity, Well‑being and Sustainability, Equity and Justice, and Innovation and Discovery.

$49,100 – $52,000, commensurate with education and experience.

UMB is a diverse, inclusive employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other legally protected classification.

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