(ID: 2026-3812)

Axle is a bioscience and information technology company that offers advancements in translational research, biomedical informatics, and data science applications to research centers and healthcare organizations nationally and abroad. With experts in biomedical science, software engineering, and program management, we focus on developing and applying research tools and techniques to empower decision-making and accelerate research discoveries. We work with some of the top research organizations and facilities in the country including multiple institutes at the National Institutes of Health (NIH).

Axle is seeking a Clinical Research Coordinator to join our vibrant team at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) supporting the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) located in Baltimore, MD.

Benefits We Offer:

100% Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage for Employees
Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
401K match up to 5%
Educational Benefits for Career Growth
Employee Referral Bonus
Flexible Spending Accounts:
Healthcare (FSA)
Parking Reimbursement Account (PRK)
Dependent Care Assistant Program (DCAP)
Transportation Reimbursement Account (TRN)

Position Overview

The Clinical Research Coordinator will support NIDA's clinical research operations. The role involves screening and scheduling study participants, obtaining informed consent, and administering mental health assessments and diagnostic interviews. The coordinator will also collect and manage research data, maintain regulatory documentation, and serve as a liaison between participants and investigators. The role involves extensive participant contact, including the collection and handling of biological specimens. The work schedule may include weekends and nights. Candidates must have a Master's degree in psychology, social work, biological sciences, or a related discipline. They also need a minimum of three years of experience in a research-related field and a minimum of one year of experience in behavioral counseling, preferably in drug, smoking, or alcohol treatment. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required, and training will be provided.

Additional Qualifications

Certifications & Licenses

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (training will be provided)

Field of Study

Masters Degree in Psychology, Social Work, or Social Sciences - Required

LGPC, LCPC, LMSW, LCSW, or LCSW-C licensure - Required

Software

Microsoft Office

Electronic medical records system

REDCap

Skills

Minimum of one year of experience in behavioral counseling, preferably in drug, smoking, or alcohol treatment - Required

Minimum of three years of experience in a research-related field

Previous experience interacting with human subjects in a clinical or research setting

Previous clinical trial work

Excellent analytical, organizational, and time management skills

Strong oral and written communication skills

Exceptional interpersonal skills, with a customer service-oriented and client-focused approach due to extensive participant contact

Ability to complete all NIH/NIDA mandatory trainings and other required trainings by the deadlines set

Deliverables

Work products and documents related to administering mental health assessments and diagnostic interviews — Ad-Hoc

Work products and documents related to obtaining participant medical and drug use information according to protocol criteria — Ad-Hoc

Work products and documents related to obtaining informed consent documentation from participants in the screening protocol — Ad-Hoc

Work products and documents related to follow-up correspondence with study candidates on recruiting status — Ad-Hoc

Work products and documents related to arranging travel and distributing remuneration for study candidates — Ad-Hoc

Work products and documents related to phone screen scripts, in-person screening appointments, and communications with study candidates — Ad-Hoc

Work products and documents related to data entry in the electronic medical record system, generating reports, performing study procedures, processing and destroying specimens as needed, and maintaining storage records and inventory of biological specimens — Ad-Hoc