Research Coordinator III - Pediatrics - Cardiology

Summary A research coordinator III will be expected to independently coordinate day-to-day activities of research protocols under the general guidance of the Principal Investigator (PI) and supervising manager. Responsibilities include screening, enrollment, compensation reimbursement, scheduling visits, writing and overseeing regulatory requests (e.g., IRB’s, consent forms), data entry, and monitoring of research participants. The coordinator ensures accurate data collection, documentation, organization, and safety of research participants. This position is part of the Pediatric Cardiovascular Clinical Research Core (CVCRC) team and collaborates to ensure successful coordination of assigned clinical research projects. Job Duties Clinical Study Coordination 40% Perform interviews and questionnaires of patients and families and enter the data into a RedCap database. This will be done either in person or via Zoom with follow-up of all study participants. Obtain real-time, daily records, working with the team at the local site to collect data for participants who are admitted into the hospital. Work with institutions across the world to recruit patients and obtain medical records. Interview, screen, and recruit patients for the study; explain processes and procedures to educate potential participants about research study participation. Schedule research participants for tests and procedures such as laboratory tests, x‑rays, and other studies specific to the research protocol. Collect patient information, organize and maintain study records, and process documents as required by internal and external guidelines. May perform EKGs/ECGs and obtain vital signs on study participants. Employees receive on‑the‑job training prior to performing procedures on study participants. Participate in team meetings and telephone conferencing with the sponsor/central sites. Collect, process, ship, and maintain paperwork for blood, trial medication, and/or biological specimens according to procedures outlined in the study protocol. Coordinate follow‑up interviews and visits with research subjects throughout the study. Retrieve and submit test results to the appropriate parties. Work on multiple studies, including clinical trials, sponsored research projects, and investigator‑initiated trials. Order supplies and equipment. Perform other job duties as assigned. Data Coordination 30% Manage databases used for projects (REDCap, etc.), may include creating new surveys for data collection, managing access, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring data integrity. Upload and retrieve results, patient notes, and other relevant study information into EPIC and other assigned databases. Extract data, clean data, prepare and analyze data. Prepare data for publication. Validate research data entered in the study database/registry. Maintain and enter research data in databases/registry and conduct periodic review of data for accuracy. Review and clean up data mid‑study and file correct notes and documentation for compliance. Regulatory 15% Write, maintain, prepare, and develop IRB protocol documents, consent forms, and regulatory documents. Ensure timely submission and approval of IRB renewals. Maintain records and regulatory documents for research studies. Ensure study data accuracy per protocol, regulatory, sponsor and BCM/TCH guidelines. Project Coordination 15% Coordinate study activities among multiple teams with different scopes, which include clinical and computational teams. Participate in and maintain scheduled meetings with the PI and co‑investigators. Plan and implement overall study processes/activities. Document processes for use by the team. Identify study issues, alert investigators to issues, and help resolve them. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in a related field. Four years of related experience may substitute for the degree requirement. Two years of relevant experience. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor’s degree with at least two years of directly related clinical research experience. Strong critical‑thinking skills with the ability to independently troubleshoot and resolve issues. Self‑motivated and detail‑oriented, with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment. Experience with REDCap and EPIC systems. Familiarity with Institutional Review Boards (IRBs), including local and central IRBs (e.g., WIRB, Advarra). Experience supporting protocol development and study start‑up activities. Working knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines and clinical trial coordination. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Baylor College of Medicine