Senior Coordinator, Research Data - GI Med Oncology - Research

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston is one of the world's most respected centers focused on cancer patient care, research, education, and prevention. It was named the nation's No. 1 hospital for cancer care in U.S. News & World Report's 2022-2023 rankings. It is one of the nation's original three comprehensive cancer centers designated by the National Cancer Institute.

The primary purpose of the Senior Research Data Coordinator position is to provide administrative and patient care services for the coordination of clinical research studies for the Department of Gastrointestinal Medical Oncology. Act as a lead in the development of protocol specific databases. Act as a preceptor for research data coordinators, Assist with abstracts, manuscripts and correspondence specific to investigator initiated studies. Coordinates studies sponsored by drug companies and the FDA. Collaborate with investigators regarding study requirements and progress. Develop interdepartmental relationships resulting in procedures specific to protocol implementation.

KEY FUNCTIONS

Data Collection and Reporting

• Develops and maintains a processing and tracking system for all protocol related paperwork. A basic knowledge of medical terminology is required. Must be able to use a computer with manual keyboard and have word processing skills.

• Assists in the data collection, enters data in a timely manner and provides reports/updates as requested. Follows and complies with institutional, state, and/or federal regulations for study initiation, conduct and termination. Assists with data analysis of research studies.

Protocol Support

• Monitors patient compliance while on study under the supervision of the research nurse and physician investigator. Communicate with protocol physician regarding study progress, enrollment and patient results.

• Reads and becomes familiar with protocol specific guidelines and general procedures for caring for the patient with gastrointestinal malignancies.

• Schedules sample collection, draw blood samples, diagnostic tests (EKGs) and return appointments per protocol schema. Communicates with patients regarding return appointments, tests, and/or physician visits. Maintains schedules for timely submission of protocol data. May require use of electronic calendars and/or manual calendars. Assists research nurse in the registration and randomization of patients.

• Must be able to clearly write and/or clearly communicate verbally person-to-person or over the telephone.

Quality Assurance

• Review data, prepare for audits/sponsor visits and complete quality assurance reviews.

• Train new staff on department standard operating procedures.

Other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION

Required: High school diploma or equivalent.

Preferred: Bachelor's degree.

EXPERIENCE

Required - Four years of related experience. With preferred degree, no experience required.

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. http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.html

Additional Information

• Requisition ID: 167771

• Employment Status: Full-Time

• Employee Status: Regular

• Work Week: Days

• Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 41,500

• Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 52,000

• Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 62,500

• 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

• Science Jobs: No

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