Senior Research Data Coordinator - Center for Goal Concordant Care Research

Senior Research Data Coordinator - Center for Goal Concordant Care Research

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is seeking a Senior Research Data Coordinator to support research activities within the Center for Goal Concordant Care Research. The Senior Research Data Coordinator supports patient-facing research and research data operations focused on improving communication, care planning, and quality of life for individuals with advanced cancer. This role contributes to studies involving direct interaction with patients, caregivers, clinicians, and other providers, while ensuring high-quality data collection and protocol execution.

The Senior Research Data Coordinator supports the mission of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center by advancing research that integrates patient care, research, education, and prevention. UT MD Anderson is a leading institution focused on cancer care, research, education, and prevention, and the Senior Research Data Coordinator plays an essential role in supporting research initiatives aligned with institutional priorities of expanding reach, pursuing breakthroughs, and delivering value.

The ideal candidate for the Senior Research Data Coordinator will have experience conducting patient-facing research activities for low-risk studies, including participant recruitment, informed consent, and survey administration. Preferred qualifications include a bachelor's degree in public health, psychology, or a related field, experience working directly with human research participants in a healthcare setting, strong interpersonal and communication skills, and familiarity with research and clinical data systems.

Minimum $24.28 - Midpoint $30.29 - Maximum $36.30 per hour, based on a 40-hour work week.

Work location: 1515 Holcombe Boulevard, Houston, Texas 77030.

The typical work schedule is a hybrid onsite/remote schedule, with regular onsite presence required based on protocol and patient needs.

Why Us?
This role provides the opportunity to contribute to meaningful research that improves care experiences and outcomes for individuals with advanced cancer while supporting professional development within a collaborative research environment. The Senior Research Data Coordinator works closely with multidisciplinary teams, gains exposure to innovative research initiatives, and benefits from a work structure that supports both operational needs and work-life balance.
• Employer-paid medical coverage starting day one for employees working 30+ hours/week, plus optional group dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Accruals for PTO and Extended Illness Bank, plus paid holidays, wellness, childcare, and other leave options.
• Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service and access to extensive wellness, fitness, and employee resource groups.
• Defined-benefit pension through the Teachers Retirement System, voluntary retirement plans, and employer-paid life and reduced salary protection programs.

Responsibilities
Protocol Patient Coordination
• Assist with screening and approaching potential study participants and collecting patient-reported outcomes
• Contact eligible research participants by phone, electronic communication, mail, or in person
• Develop and maintain screening logs and participant tracking systems
• Participate in informed consent for minimal-risk studies and document consent in the medical record
• Register participants in the institutional clinical trial management system according to policy
• Conduct structured interviews, surveys, and assessments for protocol data collection
• Coordinate follow-up study appointments and provide telephone reminders
• Identify and address study-related issues, including missing documentation and protocol deviations
• Support quality control activities such as chart audits and participant compliance monitoring

Protocol Administration
• Ensure assigned studies are conducted in accordance with standard operating procedures, Good Clinical Practice guidelines, federal regulations, and institutional policies
• Assist with annual reviews, audits, updates, and report generation
• Compile data for manuscript and grant submissions
• Serve as a liaison among the principal investigator, study participants, research team, and collaborators
• Collaborate with regulatory teams to complete assigned regulatory tasks
• Participate in study meetings and provide regular updates to leadership and the research team
• Support operational tasks including ordering supplies, preparing study materials, and managing mailouts

Research Data Coordination
• Abstract and collect patient data from electronic health records and source documents
• Enter study data accurately into electronic case report forms and databases in a timely manner
• Assist with development and maintenance of protocol data collection systems
• Resolve data discrepancies and correct errors promptly
• Compile data and generate reports as requested
• Support data needs for protocols, grants, abstracts, and manuscripts
• Perform data audits, data cleaning, and quality checks with study team members
• Maintain and share up-to-date protocol files using the Center SharePoint site

EDUCATION

• Required: High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Preferred: Bachelor's degree in public health, psychology or related field.

WORK EXPERIENCE

• Required: Four years related experience. With preferred degree, no experience required. Excellent interpersonal skills and excellent verbal and written communication skills. Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Preferred: Bilingual English and Spanish. Knowledge of Epic, REDCap, and Qualtrics systems. Research participant study communications, screening and enrollment. Experience with conducting research activities directly with human subjects in the healthcare setting, including participant recruitment, obtaining informed consent, and survey administration.

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent benefits , including medical, dental, paid time off , retirement , tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition.

This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment.

It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state, or local laws unless such distinction is required by law.

Additional Information

• Requisition ID: 181092
• Employment Status: Full-Time
• Employee Status: Regular
• Work Week: Days
• Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 50,500
• Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 63,000
• Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 75,500
• FLSA: non-exempt and eligible for overtime pay
• Fund Type: Soft
• Work Location: Onsite
• Pivotal Position: No
• Referral Bonus Available?: No
• Relocation Assistance Available?: No

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