Research Coordinator I - Medicine - Gastroenterology and Hepatology

Summary

The Department of Medicine, Section of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, is looking for a Research Coordinator I to coordinate day to day operations of multiple human subjects research projects, including an NIH R01 grant-funded project, for Dr. Saira Khaderi. The ideal candidate will have some medical background or training to conduct detailed patient chart reviews, patient recruitment and enrollment by opt-out mailed invitation, and conducting standardized surveys by telephone. The position is a full-time position and candidate will work alongside a research team to support the research operations.

Organized, self-motivated, reliably works with a team, works well in a fast-paced environment, multitasking. Must be willing to be on-site in a patient-facing position which requires blood handling. 

Job Duties

• Interviewing/ administer surveys, screens, and recruit patients for multiple ongoing research trials: explains process and procedures to educate the participant regarding research study 30%
• May correspond with patient throughout the study 10%
• May collect, process, ship, and maintain paperwork for blood and/or biological specimens according to procedures outlined in study protocol 20%
• Assist with daily administrative tasks like preparing study materials, photocopying, organizing and filing documents, mailing study materials, working with confidential files 5%
• Provide detailed patient information for study, including scheduling for follow-ups 5%
• Order / organize laboratory research supplies and equipment 5%
• Enters research data into electronic data capture systems and ensures accuracy of data entry 25%
• Cross-train to support Regulatory RA (multiple studies):
  • Archive IRB approvals and correspondence
  • Track and maintain updated copies of required individual team member training certificates, CVs, current professional licenses
  • Process forms to add/remove study team members
• Perform other job duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• Three years of relevant experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field. No experience required with preferred degree. 
• Ability to multi-task is critical to this role.
• Must be proficient with Microsoft Office, including Excel. 
• Must be open to learning how to use new types of computer software (including online research databases, EPIC, etc.) 
• Will also provide on the job training.

Work Authorization Requirement:

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.  Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout the duration of employment. 

Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer.