UT Southwestern Medical Center·Dallas, Texas
Provides data management and coordination for clinical research studies, including participant recruitment and protocol execution. Manages regulatory documents, IRB submissions, and the collection and processing of biospecimens.
With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion.
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Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more.
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JOB SUMMARY Works under the direction of an Investigator(s) with general supervision, to primarily provide ongoing data management for local and national research studies.
May coordinate observational (non-treatment) studies.
Additional responsibilities: Coordinates assigned human subjects research studies or defined components of larger clinical research projects through direct interaction with and providing care for patients or research participants.
Leads day-to-day study operations, such as participant recruitment, informed consent processes, study visits, and protocol execution.
This may include preparing and reviewing medical records, contacting patients by phone, conducting participant surveys, organizing logistics related to participant visits, entering and reviewing clinical data, and handling administrative tasks.
Prepares, maintains, and organizes regulatory documents including IRB submissions, amendments, renewals, and study binders.
Regularly maintaining, modifying, releasing or similarly affecting patient and research participant records.
Ensures accurate, timely, and complete data collection and performs routine quality control and data reconciliation activities.
Assists with biospecimen handling, processing, tracking, and shipment according to protocol and institutional guidelines, when applicable.
Purchases office equipment, software, and laboratory supplies, maintaining inventory and expense records.
Serves as a primary point of contact for assigned research projects.
Assists with preparation of study reports, grant progress updates, abstracts, manuscripts, and other documents by organizing data and documentation.
Provides functional guidance or training to new team members as assigned.
Participates in quality assurance activities by preparing relevant data and documentation.
Demonstrated experience coordinating clinical or human subjects research studies. Experience with IRB processes, regulatory documentation, and protocol implementation. Experience creating, managing and using REDCap Familiarity with Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and clinical trial workflows. Ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and work independently within a research team. Experience with phlebotomy and biospecimen handling and processing, including phlebotomy technician certification, experience handling and maintaining relevant equipment and preparing plasma, serum, whole blood, peripheral blood mononuclear cells and urine for long-term storage in -80C and liquid nitrogen. Interest in pursuing a career in clinical research, medicine, public health, or related health professions. Bilingual (English and Spanish)
UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include: PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage 100%25 coverage for preventive healthcare-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 Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!
Required Education High School Diploma or GED Preferred Licenses and Certifications (BLS) BASIC LIFE SUPPORT may be required based on research study protocols or affiliate location requirements. (CPRAED) CPR AED may be required based on affiliate location requirements
Security This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.
EEO 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, including 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.
Requires a High School Diploma or GED with preferred experience in clinical research coordination and REDCap. Certification in BLS or CPR/AED may be required based on specific study protocols.
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