Clinical Research Specialist

Clinical Research SpecialistAt Houston Methodist, the Clinical Research Specialist position is responsible for supporting multiple projects under supervision of Clinical Trial Manager which may include clinical research protocols, gathering patient data via methods specified in the study protocol, study reports. This position ensures accurate data collection, documentation organization, and safety of study volunteers.Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in a related fieldBachelor's Degree in a Health-Science related field preferredExperience:One year experience in healthcare setting preferredResearch setting preferredSkills and Abilities:Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluationsSufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or securityAbility to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principlesExhibits good listening skillsAbility to work independently and analyze and solve problemsDemonstrates the ability to manage clinical and interpersonal situationsAble to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projectsSelf-motivated with the ability to think critically and work independentlyEssential Functions:Supports the inter-professional team of clinical research investigators, nurses and coordinators. Promotes a positive work environment and contributes to a dynamic, team-focused work unit that actively helps one another to achieve optimal department results.Contributes towards improvement of department scores for employee engagement, i.e. peer-to-peer accountability.Performs clinical research support functions as assigned by the clinical trial manager including but not limited to informed consent for non-interventional studies, data abstraction and recording in CRFs.Makes phone calls to study patients for appointment reminders and follow-up.Transports blood and tissue samples. Processes and packages lab samples for shipping to sponsor or storage at site per the study manual of operations.Completes required case report forms and resolves queries. Ensures accurate data collection, documentation organization, and safety of study volunteers. Ensures accurate regulatory filing.Assists Clinical Trial Manager in identifying opportunities research workflow process improvement, providing recommendations, and contributes to meeting department and hospital targets for quality and safety.Assures study conduct meets appropriate IRB, FDA, ICH and agency guidelines.Utilizes resources with cost effectiveness and value creation in mind. Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively and prioritize daily tasks, assisting coworkers as needed.Assist in simple data analysis, with development of training materials for data reports, systems and collection and report generation.Leads and identifies opportunities for performance improvement. Supports change initiatives and adapts to unexpected changes.Seeks opportunities to identify self-development needs and takes appropriate action. Ensures own career discussions occur with appropriate management. Completes and updates the My Development Plan on an on-going basis.Supplemental Requirements:Work Attire: Uniform: No; Scrubs: Yes; Business professional: Yes; Other (department approved): NoOn-Call: NoTravel: May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes; May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area NoCompany Profile:Houston Methodist Academic Institute oversees the Education Institute and Research Institute. The Academic Institute aligns our research and education initiatives in service to the clinical mission, providing solutions that answer the call for new technologies and skills our clinicians need for patient care. Houston Methodist Education Institute coordinates our primary academic affiliation with Weill Cornell Medicine and other joint programs, including the Engineering Medicine Program at Texas A&M University Intercollegiate School of Engineering Medicine. The Education Institute also oversees continuing medical education and graduate medical education, and supports trainees in residence for medical, nursing, allied health and research education programs. Houston Methodist Research Institute supports research programs and infrastructure that enable faculty across the system to bring new scientific discoveries to patients as rapidly as possible through the full cycle of a cure from conceptual bench research, to prototyping and development, to clinical trials and FDA approval. The Research Institute supports clinical research protocols and extramurally funded translational research programs.Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.