Research Officer at Georgetown University Center for Global Health Practice and Impact (CGHPI)

Responsibilities

• Participate in the design and development of clinical studies including the preparation and control of research budgets and financial payments.
• Prepare advertising and other educational materials and conduct campaigns to enroll subjects.
• Notify and enroll subjects regarding all study aspects relevant to them per the study protocol.
• Keep track of study activities to make sure compliance with protocols and with all related local, state, and national regulatory and institutional polices.
• Take part in meetings and seminars to update knowledge of clinical research and related issues.
• Prepare or get involved in quality assurance audits performed by study sponsors, regulatory authorities, or exclusively designated review groups.
• Guide study selection on a program or institutional level
• Lead the negotiation, creation of tools, guidance documents, and policies to guide the decision-making process in study selection and participation
• Develop and manage the budget, timeline and/or personnel resources to conduct a clinical study at study sites
• Monitor systems and collaborate with institutional bodies to ensure compliance with legal and ethical requirements in the conduct of clinical research at the organization.
• Apply advanced understanding of regulations and ability to accurately interpret regulatory guidance and mentor others in the translation of regulations into everyday practice.
• Design reports for scientific and non-scientific communities which interpret and explain clinical trial data and appraise the significance of clinical study reports
• Establish the core infrastructure of the clinical study team and ensure effective and efficient communication and teamwork

Requirements

• A Master’s or Higher Degree in Clinical Research, a Health or Social Science course
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft applications (Excel, Word, power point, etc)
• Proficient in National and international Institutional regulatory boards practices
• Able to function effectively in a team setting
• Needs to demonstrate consistent professional conduct and meticulous attention to detail
• Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills as well as excellent interpersonal skills with patients, staff, and other health care professionals.
• Strong attention to detail, multitasking, and analytical skills.