The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine, Inc.
Clinical-Epidemiologic Investigator - Hybrid
The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine, Inc., Bethesda, Maryland, us, 20811
Overview
Join the HJF Team!HJF is seeking a
Clinical-Epidemiologic Investigator
to be based at HJF in Bethesda, Maryland to support the Military HIV Research Program (MHRP) and the Viral Diseases program (VDP) and other branches within the Center for Infectious Diseases (CIDR) at the Walter Reed Army Institute of Research (WRAIR) where HJF provides scientific, technical, and programmatic support services. The Clinical-Epidemiologic Investigator will support a broad portfolio of observational research in all stages of development, from conceptualization to final report, including the preparation of grant proposals for submission to external funders such as the U.S. National Institutes of Health. For example, the Clinical-Epidemiologic Investigator will serve as HJF lead for the African Cohort Study (AFRICOS), a multi-site observational cohort designed to evaluate HIV care outcomes and comorbid diseases at clinics supported by the U.S. President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) in Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, and Nigeria. Activities will be executed both in the US and internationally.We are seeking a qualified Clinical-Epidemiologic Investigator (DrPH or similar degree) with experience in regulated clinical research, excellent written/oral communication skills, and the ability to effectively lead complex, multidisciplinary, international research projects.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.Responsibilities
Conduct clinical research according to approved protocols as a study Principal Investigator, Protocol Chair, Associate Investigator, Consultant, or other designated role and maintain ethical and regulatory compliance as well as the integrity of study data and health and welfare of study participants.Coordinate the operational management of clinical research by applying comprehensive knowledge of clinical research logistics, project management, and data management to develop and execute appropriate project plans.Contribute to the design and execution of clinical research studies to support the MHRP mission, including studies related to the prevention and treatment of HIV and other infectious diseases.Provide daily coordination of study activities across 12 clinical research sites participating in the African Cohort Study (AFRICOS), including the conduct of routine teleconferences with study sites and other stakeholders to monitor study progress; preparation of study-related budgets and tracking of expenditures; preparation and presentation of routine scientific reports to internal and external stakeholders; and authorship of study-related documents such as protocol amendments and associated case report forms, informed consent forms, and standard operating procedures.Write and manage grant proposals to obtain funding from multiple funding sources.Monitor clinical research data for completion and accuracy, designing and implementing processes to maintain data integrity.Coordinate the execution of contracts and agreements as needed to support assigned projects.Participate in the submission and continuing review of clinical research protocols with all applicable Institutional Review Boards (IRBs) and regulatory bodies.Analyze data and prepare data and study findings for presentation at scientific meetings and publication in the peer-reviewed scientific literature.Generate relevant program status reports to the institution, government agencies, sponsors, research partners and others.Understand and implement the concepts and best practices of ethical research per CITI, HIPAA, and Good Clinical Practice training standards.Perform other duties as assigned.Supervisory Responsibilities
Assigned Lead:
May recommend the following: employee hiring, disciplinary action, and starting salaries; provide input on employee performance evaluations.Qualifications
Education and Experience
Master's Degree required, PhD in Epidemiology or related field preferred.Minimum of 3-5 years experience required.Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Comprehensive knowledge of clinical research logistics, project management, and data management.Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to make effective presentations and publish scientific research.Familiarity with medical science and clinical research, ideally with experience in research related to HIV and/or other infectious diseases.Knowledge of statistical tools such as SAS, Stata, and GraphPad Prism.Ability to successfully lead complex, multidisciplinary research teams.Knowledge of U.S. regulations governing the conduct of medical research.Ability to obtain and maintain a T1/Public Trust background check.Work Environment
This position will take place primarily in an office setting.Some HJF employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Proof of vaccination or an approved religious or medical accommodation will be required.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 DisabilitiesThe 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.
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Join the HJF Team!HJF is seeking a
Clinical-Epidemiologic Investigator
to be based at HJF in Bethesda, Maryland to support the Military HIV Research Program (MHRP) and the Viral Diseases program (VDP) and other branches within the Center for Infectious Diseases (CIDR) at the Walter Reed Army Institute of Research (WRAIR) where HJF provides scientific, technical, and programmatic support services. The Clinical-Epidemiologic Investigator will support a broad portfolio of observational research in all stages of development, from conceptualization to final report, including the preparation of grant proposals for submission to external funders such as the U.S. National Institutes of Health. For example, the Clinical-Epidemiologic Investigator will serve as HJF lead for the African Cohort Study (AFRICOS), a multi-site observational cohort designed to evaluate HIV care outcomes and comorbid diseases at clinics supported by the U.S. President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) in Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, and Nigeria. Activities will be executed both in the US and internationally.We are seeking a qualified Clinical-Epidemiologic Investigator (DrPH or similar degree) with experience in regulated clinical research, excellent written/oral communication skills, and the ability to effectively lead complex, multidisciplinary, international research projects.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.Responsibilities
Conduct clinical research according to approved protocols as a study Principal Investigator, Protocol Chair, Associate Investigator, Consultant, or other designated role and maintain ethical and regulatory compliance as well as the integrity of study data and health and welfare of study participants.Coordinate the operational management of clinical research by applying comprehensive knowledge of clinical research logistics, project management, and data management to develop and execute appropriate project plans.Contribute to the design and execution of clinical research studies to support the MHRP mission, including studies related to the prevention and treatment of HIV and other infectious diseases.Provide daily coordination of study activities across 12 clinical research sites participating in the African Cohort Study (AFRICOS), including the conduct of routine teleconferences with study sites and other stakeholders to monitor study progress; preparation of study-related budgets and tracking of expenditures; preparation and presentation of routine scientific reports to internal and external stakeholders; and authorship of study-related documents such as protocol amendments and associated case report forms, informed consent forms, and standard operating procedures.Write and manage grant proposals to obtain funding from multiple funding sources.Monitor clinical research data for completion and accuracy, designing and implementing processes to maintain data integrity.Coordinate the execution of contracts and agreements as needed to support assigned projects.Participate in the submission and continuing review of clinical research protocols with all applicable Institutional Review Boards (IRBs) and regulatory bodies.Analyze data and prepare data and study findings for presentation at scientific meetings and publication in the peer-reviewed scientific literature.Generate relevant program status reports to the institution, government agencies, sponsors, research partners and others.Understand and implement the concepts and best practices of ethical research per CITI, HIPAA, and Good Clinical Practice training standards.Perform other duties as assigned.Supervisory Responsibilities
Assigned Lead:
May recommend the following: employee hiring, disciplinary action, and starting salaries; provide input on employee performance evaluations.Qualifications
Education and Experience
Master's Degree required, PhD in Epidemiology or related field preferred.Minimum of 3-5 years experience required.Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Comprehensive knowledge of clinical research logistics, project management, and data management.Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to make effective presentations and publish scientific research.Familiarity with medical science and clinical research, ideally with experience in research related to HIV and/or other infectious diseases.Knowledge of statistical tools such as SAS, Stata, and GraphPad Prism.Ability to successfully lead complex, multidisciplinary research teams.Knowledge of U.S. regulations governing the conduct of medical research.Ability to obtain and maintain a T1/Public Trust background check.Work Environment
This position will take place primarily in an office setting.Some HJF employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Proof of vaccination or an approved religious or medical accommodation will be required.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 DisabilitiesThe 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.
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