Research Coordinator II - Neurology (Biobank)

What we do here changes the world. UTHealth Houston is Texas’ resource for healthcare education, innovation, scientific discovery, and excellence in patient care. That’s where you come in. UTHealth Houston’s Neurology Department is hiring for a Research Coordinator II to join their team of professionals. The RC II will be responsible for enrolling patients at the biobank, processing blood, scheduling patients, following up appointments, and more. Position Key Accountabilities Provides day‑to‑day coordination and project management for multiple research projects, including oversight of personnel, facilities, supplies, budgets, and timelines to support successful outcomes. Assists with the preparation and submission of grant proposals, progress reports, and applications to private foundations, governmental agencies, and internal committees, working closely with the Office of Sponsored Projects. Participates in research planning meetings, prepares draft budgets for leadership review, initiates re‑budgeting requests, and authorizes expenditures as needed across projects. Maintains accurate, confidential records of patient and programmatic data, ensuring data integrity and compliance. Prepares draft reports and communications for departmental leadership and serves as a liaison with state, federal, and private agencies regarding proposals and funded projects. Provides administrative direction and guidance to departmental staff, may review contracts and develop training, ensures required staff training is completed, and performs other duties as assigned in support of departmental and research objectives. This position is funded by grants that comprise 50% or more of the funding. Continued employment in this position is contingent upon the availability of funding for this position. Your employment may end upon the cancellation or discontinuation of the project, program, or funding. Location: Memorial City (915 Gessner Rd, Houston, TX 77024) or Southwest Memorial Hermann Hospital (7777 Southwest Fwy, Ste 840, Houston, TX 77074) Benefits 100% paid medical premiums for full‑time employees Generous time off (holidays, preventative leave day, vacation and sick time – approx 37‑38 days per year) The longer you stay, the more vacation you’ll accrue Longevity Pay (monthly payments after two years of service) Retirement/pension plan Free financial and legal counseling Free mental health counseling services Gym membership discounts and access to wellness programs Employee discounts including entertainment, car rentals, cell phones, etc. Child and elder care resources And many more More information on the Biobank here: Biorepository of Neurological Disorders Position Summary Assists with the day‑to‑day administrative project management and may provide scientific direction for research projects of considerable scope and complexity. Qualifications Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. Working knowledge of MS Office. Bachelor’s degree in a related field, or relevant experience in lieu of education. Two (2) years of relevant experience, or equivalent years of education beyond the minimum education requirement. Exerts up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds frequently, or negligible amount constantly to move objects. This position is security‑sensitive pursuant to Texas Education Code and Texas Government Code; employees must permanently reside and work in Texas. Employees must permanently reside and work in the State of Texas. #J-18808-Ljbffr