UTHealth Houston·Houston, Texas
The Research Coordinator III oversees day-to-day clinical research activities, including participant recruitment, data collection, and regulatory compliance. They collaborate with investigators to manage project logistics, prepare reports, and ensure successful study execution.
provide the highest quality and cost-efficient medical care to infants, children, and adolescents entrusted to us; advance the knowledge in biomedical, clinical, and behavioral science through our research programs; and provide excellence and innovation in training the next generation of pediatricians and sub-specialists through our medical student, residency, and fellowship programs. The Research Coordinator III will oversee and perform day-to-day clinical research activities, including participant recruitment, study coordination, data collection, and regulatory compliance. This individual will also assist with operating and supporting specialized research equipment, work directly with study participants, and collaborate with investigators to ensure successful study execution.
Medical degree (MD or equivalent) or clinical training/background. Strong understanding of research protocols, regulatory requirements, and patient-facing research activities. Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish, with the ability to effectively communicate with diverse patient populations. Experience working with multidisciplinary clinical and research teams. What we do here changes the world. UTHealth Houston is Texas’ resource for healthcare education, innovation, scientific discovery, and excellence in patient care. That’s where you come in. Once you join us you won't want to leave. It’s because we reward our team for the excellent service they provide. Our total rewards package includes the benefits you’d expect from a top healthcare organization (benefits, insurance, etc.), plus: 100% paid medical premiums for our full-time employees Generous time off (holidays, preventative leave day, both vacation and sick time – all of which equates to around 37-38 days per year) The longer you stay, the more vacation you’ll accrue! Longevity Pay (Monthly payments after two years of service) Build your future with our awesome retirement/pension plan! We take care of our employees! As a world-renowned institution, our employees’ wellbeing is important to us. We offer work/life services such as... Free financial and legal counseling Free mental health counseling services Gym membership discounts and access to wellness programs Other employee discounts including entertainment, car rentals, cell phones, etc. Resources for child and elder care Plus many more!
Under minimal supervision, assists with human subject research project conduct and management, including participant recruitment and data collection, entry, management, and analysis. Assists with research project logistics, maintaining records, preparing reports, and meeting research milestones and deadlines. Position Key Accountabilities: Assists with human subjects research activities, including participant recruitment, informed consent, data collection through surveys, interviews, and observations, and ensuring that all activities are conducted according to study protocols. Maintains confidential records of collected data, ensures accuracy, compliance and integrity of data. Data may include human subject data and departmental programmatic data. Supports Data Management Sharing (DMS) plan. Finalizes annual progress reports and applications for various committees and ensures that all staff have received the proper training/attended the appropriate training courses. Assists in the preparation of progress and annual reports, contracts and grant proposals to various funding agencies; works closely with the Office of Sponsored Projects on the submission of grants. May assist with regulatory submissions (i.e. Institutional Review Board(s), FDA, etc). Assists investigator with quantitative and qualitative data analysis, including statistical tests and the creation of figures, tables, and graphs. Helps prepare research papers, presentations, and reports including manuscripts for publications and conferences. Prepares or assists in the preparation of budgets, initiates re-budgeting requests based on the needs of research staff, and authorizes expenditures for multiple projects. Attends research planning meetings to prepare budget drafts for departmental leadership approval. Reconcile and monitor invoices. Responsible for coordinating and responding to site monitoring visits, audits, and inspections. May be responsible for maintaining study materials (i.e. test kits, investigational drugs and devices). May provide administrative direction training and guidance to study personnel within department. May provide recommendations by identifying opportunities to enhance, re-terminate, or re-direct resources across various research projects to ensure timely completion of project guidelines. Supports complex scheduling and logistical needs to meet projects' expectations. Performs other duties as assigned.
Requires a Bachelor's degree and at least 5 years of relevant experience, with a Master's degree or MD preferred. Candidates should have strong data management skills and proficiency in both English and Spanish.
Market context
In Texas, pediatric pulmonary research coordinator roles are often tied to academic medical centers and hospital-based studies, where demand tracks active clinical research programs and patient enrollment needs. Competition is usually shaped by candidates who can manage study data accurately, communicate in English and Spanish, and bring experience coordinating complex protocols; a master’s degree or MD may strengthen an application. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm the original posting and tailor your resume to research coordination, bilingual communication, and data management.