Research Coordinator I - Centralized Assessment Entity (CAE)

UTHealth Houston and Children's Learning Institute are hiring a Research Coordinator for The Centralized Assessment Entity (CAE). CAE is responsible for scheduling and assessing Early Learning Programs (ELPs) across Texas based on the Texas Rising Star (TRS) criteria. We need a candidate with strong administrative skills such as scheduling, working multiple systems (Engage, Field Service Management – Service Now, and Jira), and ensuring compliance with our Service Level Agreement with the Texas Workforce Commission. Position Summary Assists with human subject research project conduct and management, including participant recruitment and data collection, entry, management, and analysis. Assists with research project logistics, maintaining records, preparing reports, and meeting research milestones and deadlines. Key Accountabilities Under supervision, assists with human subjects research activities, including participant recruitment, informed consent, data collection through surveys, interviews, observations, and ensuring that all activities are conducted according to study protocols. Organizes, cleans, and maintains databases to ensure accurate data entry and preparation for analysis under close supervision. Maintains confidential records of collected data and ensures accuracy, compliance, and integrity of data. Supports Data Management Sharing (DMS) plan. Prepares annual progress reports and applications for various committees and ensures that all staff have received the proper training/attended the appropriate training courses. Assists in the preparation of progress and annual reports and grant proposals to various funding agencies; works closely with the Office of Sponsored Projects on grant submissions. May assist with regulatory submissions (e.g., Institutional Review Board(s), FDA). Assist investigator with quantitative and qualitative data analysis, including the creation of figures, tables, and graphs. Helps prepare research papers, presentations, and reports including academic publications and conferences. Conduct reviews of academic journals and databases to gather relevant articles and publications as directed to help prepare manuscripts for publication. Assists with the preparation of budgets and reviews re‑budgeting needs and expenditures; attends research‑planning meetings to assist in preparing budget drafts for departmental leadership approval. Assists with invoicing. Assists in preparing for and responding to site monitoring visits, audits, and inspections. May be responsible for maintaining study materials (e.g., test kits, investigational drugs and devices). Performs other duties as assigned. Certifications & Skills None. Minimum Education Bachelor's Degree in a related field required. Equivalent years of experience may satisfy the education requirement. Minimum Experience None. Physical Requirements Exerts up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds frequently, and/or a negligible amount constantly to move objects. Security Sensitive This position is security-sensitive pursuant to Texas Education Code 51.215, Texas Government Code 411.094, 117.001(2), and 791.4. The holder must maintain the security or integrity of critical infrastructure as defined in Texas Business and Commerce Code and related regulations. Residency Requirement Employees must permanently reside and work in the State of Texas. Benefits 100% paid medical premiums for full‑time employees. Generous time off (holidays, preventative leave day, vacation and sick time – approximately 37‑38 days per year). Vacation accrues with tenure. 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 wellness program access. Employee discounts (entertainment, car rentals, cell phones, etc.). Resources for child and elder care. #J-18808-Ljbffr UTHealth Houston