Coordinator, Research Data - GI Medical Oncology
About The Position
The Coordinator, Research Data supports the collection, management, and maintenance of clinical research data for assigned protocols in GI Medical Oncology. The role works with physicians, research staff, patients, and external institutions to maintain data accuracy, protocol compliance, and successful study execution. It also supports clinical trial operations, specimen tracking, and research documentation. The position contributes to clinical research that supports patient care and the development of cancer treatments. It offers opportunities to develop expertise in clinical research operations, data management, regulatory compliance, and oncology studies. The position is onsite with a typical day schedule. The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center may require routine reviews and screening for this position because it may involve maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure. Meeting and maintaining any applicable requirements is a condition of hire and continued employment.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Two years of related experience, or no experience required with the preferred degree.
- Ability to meet and maintain any applicable security and integrity requirements for critical infrastructure.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's degree.
- Previous experience in clinical research, healthcare, or data management, preferably in oncology or academic medicine.
- Experience managing research data from electronic medical records and clinical databases.
- Knowledge of clinical trial processes and protocol compliance.
- Familiarity with medical terminology.
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary healthcare and research teams.
Responsibilities
- Develop, maintain, and update protocol-specific research databases.
- Collect, abstract, and enter patient and study data from electronic health records, treatment records, charts, and external sources.
- Review data and perform quality assurance activities to ensure integrity, accuracy, and completeness.
- Generate and maintain protocol-related reports and tracking tools.
- Assist with implementation and ongoing management of clinical research studies and protocols.
- Maintain protocol-related documentation, records, and workflow processes.
- Request and obtain medical records and supporting documentation from outside healthcare institutions.
- Support specimen collection, tracking, and documentation according to protocol requirements.
- Liaise between patients, physicians, research staff, and external institutions.
- Consent patients to designated laboratory protocols and complete documentation in the medical record.
- Respond to study-related inquiries and data queries in a timely, professional manner.
- Collaborate with physicians, nurses, clinical research coordinators, and other research team members.
- Attend departmental, study, and research meetings as required.
- Coordinate and assist with monitoring visits and study audits.
- Provide cross-coverage and backup support for other research data coordinators.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Employer-paid medical coverage starting on the first day for employees working 30 or more hours per week.
- Optional group dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
- Accruals for paid time off and Extended Illness Bank.
- Paid holidays and wellness, childcare, and other leave options.
- Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service.
- Access to wellness, fitness, and employee resource groups.
- Defined-benefit pension through the Teachers Retirement System.
- Voluntary retirement plans.
- Employer-paid life and reduced salary protection programs.
- Educational opportunities and individual and team recognition.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
