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

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and strong administrative skills, including professional written communication, office support experience, and data entry experience. Candidates with research experience, the ability to work collaboratively within a team environment, and experience communicating with sponsors are highly preferred. Individuals residing in Houston or surrounding areas are strongly desired.

Salary: Minimum $21.15/hour - Midpoint $26.44/hour - Maximum $31.73/hour
Work Location: Texas Medical Center

Why Us?
This role offers the opportunity to contribute to innovative Phase 1 clinical research focused on advancing cancer treatment while working alongside experienced research professionals and investigators. UT MD Anderson supports professional growth through ongoing education, research exposure, and a comprehensive benefits package that promotes career development 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 Research Protocol Coordination

• Communicate verbally and in writing with internal reviewers, pharmaceutical sponsors, the National Cancer Institute, the Food and Drug Administration, and other external agencies as requested by study investigators
• Complete regulatory forms and ensure compliance with institutional, state, and federal requirements for study initiation, conduct, and closure
• Coordinate and distribute study-related materials and correspondence to institutional, state, and federal agencies
• Prepare monthly, semiannual, annual, and protocol-specific reports for sponsoring agencies
• Inform sponsors and collaborators of protocol regulatory status during formal departmental protocol review meetings
• Collect specimens according to protocol requirements
• Maintain protocol and grant paper flow systems, including reference filing systems
• Maintain and update protocol reference materials
• Assist in preparing interim data status reports using the Patient Data Management System

Patient Support & Specimen Management

• Assist research nurses and clinical research personnel with patient-related activities
• Answer and professionally screen incoming office phone calls
• Pick up blood and tissue specimens accurately and within required timelines
• Transport specimens to appropriate locations in accordance with protocol requirements
• Prepare tissue specimens according to protocol specifications

Data Collection & Database Management

• Review medical records and extract required study data points
• Transfer patient information into electronic databases and casebooks
• Perform accurate and timely data entry into research databases and casebooks
• Make survival calls and appropriately record collected information
• Maintain accurate and current patient flowsheets
• Enter and track toxicities, adverse events, follow-up visits, dose modifications, and other protocol-required data
• Ensure research data are complete, accurate, and up to date

Professional Development

• Attend department research meetings, conferences, and training sessions
• Attend approved off-site meetings and conferences
• Maintain professional expertise through reference materials, lectures, and educational resources
• Arrive punctually to all professional functions
• Arrange appropriate coverage and notify staff when absent
• Adhere to clinical trial policies and procedures outlined in departmental training manuals and weekly training sessions

Department Coordination & Administrative Support

• Generate professional documents using word processing, spreadsheet, and related software applications
• Assist with coordination and preparation of monthly protocol review updates
• Communicate upcoming deadlines, meetings, and research requirements to appropriate stakeholders
• Enter monitor visits for the department, CTRC, and Pharmacy into Clinic Station
• Perform other duties as assigned

EDUCATION
• Required: A high school diploma or equivalent
• Preferred: A Bachelor's degree

WORK EXPERIENCE
• Required: Two years of related experience. No experience required with a preferred degree
• Preferred: Prior research experience, prior office work experience, experience responding to sponsors through email

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: 182195
• 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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