Research Data Coordinator

The Department of Investigational Cancer Therapeutics conducts broad Phase 1 studies across disease boundaries and molecular targets. We strive to provide outstanding patient care while performing innovative Phase 1 trials with new drugs that may eventually improve the management of cancer.

The primary purpose of the Research Data Coordinator is to provide administrative and patient care services for the coordination of research studies. Coordinates and gathers patient data for research studies.

The ideal Research Data Coordinator will have a bachelor's degree in a scientific or related field and prior research experience, demonstrating strong organizational skills, dependability, and effective communication abilities; candidates with a high school diploma and relevant experience are also considered.

Minimum $21.15 - Midpoint $26.44 - Maximum $31.73

Work Location: Texas Medical Center

The typical work schedule is Hybrid.

Why Us?

This role provides the opportunity to contribute to impactful clinical research that advances patient care while developing expertise in data management, regulatory processes, and research coordination within a nationally recognized institution. UT MD Anderson offers a collaborative environment that supports career growth, continuous learning, and work-life balance through meaningful and mission-driven work.

• 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

Clinical Research Coordination & Regulatory Support

• Assist with coordination of protocol administration for all departmental clinical research

• Communicate with internal reviewers and external agencies including sponsors and governmental entities

• Complete required forms and ensure compliance with institutional, state, and federal regulations

• Coordinate and send study-related materials and correspondence to regulatory agencies

• Prepare and submit reports to sponsoring agencies based on required timelines

• Inform sponsors and collaborators of regulatory protocol status during review meetings

• Collect specimens as outlined in assigned protocols

• Maintain systems to control paper flow for protocols and related grants, including reference file systems

• Maintain and update protocol reference materials

• Assist in preparing scheduled interim status reports using the Patient Data Management System

Patient Support & Specimen Handling

• Assist research nurses and clinical research personnel with patient-related activities

• Answer and screen office phone calls professionally

• Pick up blood and tissue specimens accurately and in a timely manner

• Transport specimens to appropriate locations according to protocol requirements

• Prepare tissue specimens according to protocol specifications

Data Management & Documentation

• Review medical records to extract relevant research data points

• Perform data entry into electronic databases and casebooks

• Conduct survival follow-up calls and accurately record data

• Maintain patient flowsheets with toxicities, adverse events, follow-ups, and dose modifications

• Ensure accuracy and completeness of all protocol-required data

Professional Development & Training

• Attend departmental research meetings and conferences

• Participate in approved off-site training and educational opportunities

• Utilize reference materials and lectures to supplement knowledge

• Demonstrate punctuality at all professional functions

• Coordinate coverage and inform staff when absent

Administrative & Organizational Support

• Develop and maintain organizational systems for research meetings and deadlines

• Generate professional documents using word processing and spreadsheet tools

• Assist in preparing monthly protocol review updates

• Communicate upcoming deadlines and meetings to appropriate staff

• Adhere to clinical trial policies and procedures outlined in training materials

• Enter monitor visits for department, CTRC, and pharmacy into Clinic Station

Other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION

• Required: High School Diploma or Equivalent

• Preferred: a Bachelor's Degree

WORK EXPERIENCE

• Required: Two years Related experience or No experience required with preferred degree

• Preferred: Prior research experience along with background in science

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: 181471

• Employment Status: Full-Time

• Employee Status: Regular

• Work Week: Days

• Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 44,000

• Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 55,000

• Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 66,000

• FLSA: non-exempt and eligible for overtime pay

• Fund Type: Soft

• Work Location: Hybrid Onsite/Remote

• Pivotal Position: No

• Referral Bonus Available?: No

• Relocation Assistance Available?: No

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