Research Coordinator I - Medicine - Gastroenterology and Hepatology

Summary

The Department of Medicine, Section of Gastroenterology and Hepatology at Baylor College of Medicine is seeking a Research Coordinator I to oversee the day-to-day activities of IBD (Inflammatory Bowel Disease) clinical trials. This is a full-time, on-site position offering the opportunity to work closely with a collaborative team and principal investigators.

The ideal candidate will manage IRB submissions, regulatory compliance, and budget components for multiple grants. Additional responsibilities include overseeing data collection, supporting patient recruitment and enrollment through opt-out mailed invitations, and conducting standardized telephone surveys.

Job Duties

• Interview, administer surveys, screen, and recruit patients for multiple ongoing therapeutic and non-therapeutic clinical trials; explain study processes and procedures to educate participants.
• Schedule research participants for tests and procedures, including laboratory tests, X-rays, and other protocol-specific studies.
• Communicate with patients throughout the duration of the study, as needed.
• Complete on-the-job training in blood draws, EKGs/ECGs, and vital signs collection prior to performing procedures on study participants.
• Collect, process, ship, and maintain documentation for blood and/or biological specimens in accordance with study protocol requirements.
• Assist with daily administrative tasks, including preparing study materials, photocopying, organizing and filing documents, mailing materials, and maintaining confidential files.
• Provide detailed patient information related to study participation, including scheduling and coordinating follow-up visits.
• Assist with maintenance of Institutional Review Board (IRB) documents for active studies, including submission of amendments and continuing reviews.
• Order and organize laboratory research supplies and equipment.
• Enter clinical trial data into sponsor electronic data capture (EDC) systems and ensure data accuracy and completeness.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• Three years of relevant experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field. No experience required with preferred degree.
• Organized, self-motivated, teamwork, works well under pressure, multitasking.