Community Brain Health Study Research Coordinator

(ID: 2026-1843)

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 Community Brain Health Study Research Coordinator to join our vibrant team at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) supporting the National Institute on Aging (NIA) 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 Information:

 

The contractor will independently provide support services to satisfy the operational objectives of the Brain Health Equity (BHE) Unit within the Health Disparities Research Section (HDRS) at the National Institute on Aging (NIA). The primary objective is to provide services and deliverables by performing day-to-day management of a developing community-based cohort study under the direction of Dr. Indira Turney, the Principal Investigator.

 

Additional Qualifications:

 

Certifications & Licenses

• Master’s degree in public health, epidemiology, clinical research, or a related field, or equivalent specialized experience

• Certification as a Clinical Research Coordinator (CCRC) or an equivalent qualification

• Basic Life Support Certification

 

Field of Study

• Community and Public Health

• Cognitive Science and Biopsychology

• Neuroscience

 

Software

• RedCap

• Electronic Medical Records System

• Electronic Data Capture System

 

Skills

• Extensive experience managing community-based epidemiological studies, particularly within historically marginalized communities

• Indepth knowledge of Institutional Review Board (IRB) regulations and Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines

• Expertise in designing, implementing, and conducting community-based longitudinal epidemiologic studies, demonstrated by CCRC certification or equivalent training

• The ability to work independently, make informed decisions, and manage complex research operations

• Strong communication, project management, and leadership skills

• Mastery of the theory and methods involved in planning, designing, implementing, operating, analyzing, and assessing cross-sectional, longitudinal, and epidemiological studies, particularly in biomedical and behavioral research

• Proficiency in writing study protocols and research-related documents, with expert knowledge of clinical trial practices and regulations

• Ability to summarize and present scientific research, including statistical analyses, both verbally and in writing

• Expertise in selecting and applying techniques for recruiting and retaining difficult-to-sample and vulnerable populations

• A valid Maryland driver’s license with a good driving record

• The ability to lift and carry up to 30 pounds

• Extensive experience in conducting community outreach and managing community relationships, especially in historically marginalized communities, such as Black communities in urban settings

• Strong passion for and commitment to health equity research, demonstrated by previous experience working with underserved populations

• Preference for candidates who have shown a history of long-term engagement (3+ years) in previous roles, particularly in community-based research settings or relevant transferrable fields

 

Deliverables:

 

• Protocol Documentation: Work products related to the