Research Coordinator II (Bilingual - Spanish) - Pediatrics - Center for Research
Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, TX, United States
Summary
Position coordinates the activities of clinical trial research studies for the Pediatrics Center for Research Advancement. This position is supported by a private foundation grant. Primary responsibilities include patient enrollment, screening, monitoring of research participants, and reporting to the clinical research sponsor. The Research Coordinator II will ensure accurate data collection, documentation, organization, coordination of study visits among a variety of TCH/BCM departments, and safety of study volunteers.
This position will work directly with physicians and investigators, serving as a liaison between investigators, sponsors, and other relevant healthcare professionals who are part of the research or patient care team.
Location:
Feigin Building, 1102 Bates Avenue, Houston, TX 77030 . The role supports research activities within the
Pediatrics Center for Research Advancement .
The position is
100% grant‑funded
and aligned with a specific research project with an expected duration of
12–18 months .
Fluency in English and
Spanish
is needed for effective communication.
Job Duties
Screening & Enrollment (20% of Duties)
Interviews, screens and recruits patients for enrollment in studies.
Explains process and procedures to educate participants regarding the research study.
Performs the subject consent process after verifying eligibility based on comprehensive inclusion and exclusion criteria outlined in the protocol.
Subject Visits (30% of Duties)
Conducts subject research study education as required within scope of practice.
Discusses study protocols with patients and verifies the informed consent documentation.
Schedules and coordinates research participants for tests and procedures such as laboratory tests and other studies specific to the research protocol. Explains processes and procedures to educate participants regarding the respective research study.
Dispenses study medication in a professional and accountable manner following protocol and hospital requirements.
Collects, processes, stores or ships blood or biological specimens as outlined per study protocols and associated lab or procedural manuals, in accordance with IATA Guidelines.
Data Collection & Entry (20% of Duties)
Assists the Principal Investigator with collecting and recording study data related to cauterization procedures, cardiac measurements, and related tests and measurements for the study.
Collaborates with physicians, mid-level practitioners, research nurses, and data managers to document patient care.
Collects patient information through direct interviews, questionnaires and chart abstractions; processes documents and enters information into databases or case report forms.
Collects research patient information (medical history, labs) from the electronic medical record (EMR).
Maintains records and documents for research studies.
Monitors protocol compliance and appropriately communicates errors or deficient source documentation.
Source Document & Development (15% of Duties)
Prepares documentation necessary to obtain initial and continued approval for the specific research protocol.
Oversees study‑related documentation.
Communication with Sponsor/Subjects/PI's (15% of Duties)
Meets with Principal Investigators and, with direction, provides appropriate and timely responses to research team, study participants, and sponsor data requests or queries, and external or internal audits.
May assist with supply orders and equipment necessary for the study.
Performs other job duties as assigned.
Adheres to FDA Good Clinical Practices outlining the standard for safety, design, conduct, performance, monitoring, auditing, recording, analysis and reporting of clinical trials or studies.
Adheres to Baylor College of Medicine, Texas Children's Hospital and Clinical Research SOPs.
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Bachelor's degree in a related field. Four years of related experience may substitute for the degree requirement.
Experience: One year of relevant experience.
Certification/Licenses/Registration: None required.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in Public Health or related field.
Fluency in English and Spanish.
Understanding of complexities of clinical trials and research protocols, including issues related to informed consent, access to data, and conflict of interest.
Willingness to work in a fast pace setting, comfortable working in a team environment, and possess excellent communication skills.
Working knowledge of FDA Good Clinical Practices, and ability to read, analyze, and interpret information.
Work Authorization Requirement
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout the duration of employment.
Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer.
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Position coordinates the activities of clinical trial research studies for the Pediatrics Center for Research Advancement. This position is supported by a private foundation grant. Primary responsibilities include patient enrollment, screening, monitoring of research participants, and reporting to the clinical research sponsor. The Research Coordinator II will ensure accurate data collection, documentation, organization, coordination of study visits among a variety of TCH/BCM departments, and safety of study volunteers.
This position will work directly with physicians and investigators, serving as a liaison between investigators, sponsors, and other relevant healthcare professionals who are part of the research or patient care team.
Location:
Feigin Building, 1102 Bates Avenue, Houston, TX 77030 . The role supports research activities within the
Pediatrics Center for Research Advancement .
The position is
100% grant‑funded
and aligned with a specific research project with an expected duration of
12–18 months .
Fluency in English and
Spanish
is needed for effective communication.
Job Duties
Screening & Enrollment (20% of Duties)
Interviews, screens and recruits patients for enrollment in studies.
Explains process and procedures to educate participants regarding the research study.
Performs the subject consent process after verifying eligibility based on comprehensive inclusion and exclusion criteria outlined in the protocol.
Subject Visits (30% of Duties)
Conducts subject research study education as required within scope of practice.
Discusses study protocols with patients and verifies the informed consent documentation.
Schedules and coordinates research participants for tests and procedures such as laboratory tests and other studies specific to the research protocol. Explains processes and procedures to educate participants regarding the respective research study.
Dispenses study medication in a professional and accountable manner following protocol and hospital requirements.
Collects, processes, stores or ships blood or biological specimens as outlined per study protocols and associated lab or procedural manuals, in accordance with IATA Guidelines.
Data Collection & Entry (20% of Duties)
Assists the Principal Investigator with collecting and recording study data related to cauterization procedures, cardiac measurements, and related tests and measurements for the study.
Collaborates with physicians, mid-level practitioners, research nurses, and data managers to document patient care.
Collects patient information through direct interviews, questionnaires and chart abstractions; processes documents and enters information into databases or case report forms.
Collects research patient information (medical history, labs) from the electronic medical record (EMR).
Maintains records and documents for research studies.
Monitors protocol compliance and appropriately communicates errors or deficient source documentation.
Source Document & Development (15% of Duties)
Prepares documentation necessary to obtain initial and continued approval for the specific research protocol.
Oversees study‑related documentation.
Communication with Sponsor/Subjects/PI's (15% of Duties)
Meets with Principal Investigators and, with direction, provides appropriate and timely responses to research team, study participants, and sponsor data requests or queries, and external or internal audits.
May assist with supply orders and equipment necessary for the study.
Performs other job duties as assigned.
Adheres to FDA Good Clinical Practices outlining the standard for safety, design, conduct, performance, monitoring, auditing, recording, analysis and reporting of clinical trials or studies.
Adheres to Baylor College of Medicine, Texas Children's Hospital and Clinical Research SOPs.
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Bachelor's degree in a related field. Four years of related experience may substitute for the degree requirement.
Experience: One year of relevant experience.
Certification/Licenses/Registration: None required.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in Public Health or related field.
Fluency in English and Spanish.
Understanding of complexities of clinical trials and research protocols, including issues related to informed consent, access to data, and conflict of interest.
Willingness to work in a fast pace setting, comfortable working in a team environment, and possess excellent communication skills.
Working knowledge of FDA Good Clinical Practices, and ability to read, analyze, and interpret information.
Work Authorization Requirement
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout the duration of employment.
Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer.
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