Clinical Research Coordinator I, Simmons Cancer Center
UT Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas, TX, United States
Clinical Research Coordinator I – Simmons Cancer Center
Works under the direction of investigators with general supervision to coordinate research projects. The primary responsibilities include patient and participant coordination, data management, quality control of clinical or basic research data, and supporting multiple or complex research studies.
Job Summary
As a Clinical Research Coordinator at UT Southwestern, you will manage all patient activity on clinical oncology trials for the Simmons Cancer Center clinical trials at Parkland Hospital’s Moody Outpatient Center Oncology. Your role interfaces with physicians and patients seeking to participate in cancer treatment trials. You will be required to interview patients and obtain informed consent, meet protocol eligibility criteria, and maintain compliance with regulatory requirements.
Responsibilities
Directly interact with clinical research participants via telephone, telehealth, or in person.
Coordinate regulatory aspects of trials, maintaining and developing regulatory information to comply with industry standards, university policies, FDA requirements, and other hospital policies.
Schedule study procedures as per protocol and coordinate with the PI as needed.
Screen, recruit, enroll, and follow subjects according to protocol guidelines, and assist with the consent process.
Maintain and coordinate data collection information required for each study, including developing CRFs or data collection tools.
Assist in developing and implementing research studies, including writing clinical research protocols.
Conduct study procedures according to the protocol with proper training and check-offs to maintain scope of work.
Assist with study budgets and research billing activities as needed.
Review and abstract information from medical records for verification of eligibility for trials.
Monitor patient safety by reviewing records and ensuring appropriate reporting per protocol and HRPP standards.
Review research study protocols to ensure feasibility.
Assist in developing the website or other social media for marketing/recruiting of clinical research studies.
Develop proficiency in the clinical trial management system, electronic medical record, and other required data entry systems.
Maintain subject‑level documentation.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or higher in a medical or science‑related field.
At least one year of clinical research experience; additional experience or an advanced degree may be considered in lieu of education or experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Basic Life Support (BLS) and CPR With AED (CPR AED) certifications; other certifications such as ACRP or SOCRA are a plus.
Benefits
PPO medical plan available day one at no cost for full‑time employee‑only coverage.
100% coverage for preventive health care – no copay.
Paid Time Off available day one.
Retirement programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS).
Paid parental leave benefit.
Wellness programs.
Tuition reimbursement.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) qualified employer.
Security and EEO Statement
This position is security‑sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.
UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.
Location
Texas – Dallas – 5323 Harry Hines Blvd
Schedule
Full‑time – Day Job – Standard
Posted On
April 21, 2026
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Works under the direction of investigators with general supervision to coordinate research projects. The primary responsibilities include patient and participant coordination, data management, quality control of clinical or basic research data, and supporting multiple or complex research studies.
Job Summary
As a Clinical Research Coordinator at UT Southwestern, you will manage all patient activity on clinical oncology trials for the Simmons Cancer Center clinical trials at Parkland Hospital’s Moody Outpatient Center Oncology. Your role interfaces with physicians and patients seeking to participate in cancer treatment trials. You will be required to interview patients and obtain informed consent, meet protocol eligibility criteria, and maintain compliance with regulatory requirements.
Responsibilities
Directly interact with clinical research participants via telephone, telehealth, or in person.
Coordinate regulatory aspects of trials, maintaining and developing regulatory information to comply with industry standards, university policies, FDA requirements, and other hospital policies.
Schedule study procedures as per protocol and coordinate with the PI as needed.
Screen, recruit, enroll, and follow subjects according to protocol guidelines, and assist with the consent process.
Maintain and coordinate data collection information required for each study, including developing CRFs or data collection tools.
Assist in developing and implementing research studies, including writing clinical research protocols.
Conduct study procedures according to the protocol with proper training and check-offs to maintain scope of work.
Assist with study budgets and research billing activities as needed.
Review and abstract information from medical records for verification of eligibility for trials.
Monitor patient safety by reviewing records and ensuring appropriate reporting per protocol and HRPP standards.
Review research study protocols to ensure feasibility.
Assist in developing the website or other social media for marketing/recruiting of clinical research studies.
Develop proficiency in the clinical trial management system, electronic medical record, and other required data entry systems.
Maintain subject‑level documentation.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or higher in a medical or science‑related field.
At least one year of clinical research experience; additional experience or an advanced degree may be considered in lieu of education or experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Basic Life Support (BLS) and CPR With AED (CPR AED) certifications; other certifications such as ACRP or SOCRA are a plus.
Benefits
PPO medical plan available day one at no cost for full‑time employee‑only coverage.
100% coverage for preventive health care – no copay.
Paid Time Off available day one.
Retirement programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS).
Paid parental leave benefit.
Wellness programs.
Tuition reimbursement.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) qualified employer.
Security and EEO Statement
This position is security‑sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.
UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.
Location
Texas – Dallas – 5323 Harry Hines Blvd
Schedule
Full‑time – Day Job – Standard
Posted On
April 21, 2026
#J-18808-Ljbffr