Coordinator, Clinical Studies - Radiation Oncology Clinical Research Department

Clinical Studies Coordinator The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is recruiting a Clinical Studies Coordinator to support the Radiation Oncology department, which delivers advanced, multidisciplinary cancer treatment and conducts innovative clinical trials to improve patient outcomes. The Clinical Studies Coordinator plays a central role in managing research protocols, coordinating patient participation, and ensuring compliance with clinical trial standards within Radiation Oncology. UT MD Anderson is a leading institution focused on cancer care, research, education, and prevention. The Clinical Studies Coordinator contributes directly to this mission by supporting clinical trials that advance treatment options and improve patient care. This Clinical Studies Coordinator role requires strong clinical knowledge, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate across teams to ensure successful trial execution. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree in a related scientific or healthcare field, along with experience in clinical research or direct patient care. A master's degree, bilingual abilities, or relevant certifications are preferred. The successful candidate demonstrates strong analytical thinking, relationship‑building skills, and the ability to manage complex research protocols while maintaining high standards of compliance and patient safety. Minimum $27.64 - Midpoint $34.62 - Maximum $41.59 Why Us? This role offers the opportunity to directly contribute to advancing cancer research while working alongside leading clinicians and researchers at UT MD Anderson. As a Clinical Studies Coordinator, you will play a meaningful part in improving patient outcomes, developing your clinical research expertise, and building a rewarding career in a collaborative and mission‑driven environment that values professional growth 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 Clinical Trial Coordination Assist investigators in conducting assigned clinical trials under supervision. Participate in protocol review, submission, and investigator meetings. Manage protocols at appropriate intervals and support audits and monitoring. Ensure adherence to Good Clinical Practice, federal regulations, and institutional policies. Coordinate patient enrollment, eligibility screening, and study participation. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to maintain patient safety and protocol compliance. Maintain accurate EMR documentation aligned with study timelines and requirements. Regulatory & Compliance Prepare and submit regulatory documentation for protocol reviews and reporting. Communicate with internal reviewers, sponsors, and external agencies as required. Complete continuing review submissions, safety reports, and annual regulatory updates. Ensure compliance with Human Subject Research Manual and applicable standards. Maintain audit‑ready documentation for all assigned studies. Data Management & Reporting Develop and maintain databases for clinical trial data collection and tracking. Enter and verify study data in systems such as OnCore and other databases. Generate reports for protocol summaries, data analysis, and stakeholder review. Support manuscript preparation, grant submissions, and technical reporting. Ensure accuracy and completeness of case report forms and research data. Patient & Protocol Support Screen patients through interviews and medical record review. Assist with informed consent process and patient education. Schedule and track protocol‑specific tests and procedures. Monitor adverse events and patient response to treatment. Serve as liaison between patients, care teams, and research staff. Coordinate data collection from external providers and institutions. Specimen & Research Support Collect, process, label, and store biological specimens per protocol. Maintain specimen tracking databases with high accuracy. Coordinate submission of samples, imaging, and reports for analysis. Provide status updates on collected samples to investigators and sponsors. Support additional projects and cross‑coverage as needed. Education Required: Bachelor's Degree Preferred: Master's Degree Public Health or related scientific field. Work Experience Required: Three years Research study or direct patient care experience obtained from nursing, data gathering or other related experience. Required: One year Required experience with preferred degree. May substitute required education degree with additional years of equivalent experience on a one to one basis. 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: 181372 Employment Status: Full-Time Employee Status: Regular Work Week: Days Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 57,500 Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 72,000 Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 86,500 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 #J-18808-Ljbffr