Research Assistant

UT Health San Antonio•San Antonio, TX

About The Position

This position is primarily responsible for supporting all research activities related to the Avanzando Caminos (Leading Pathways): the Hispanic/Latino Cancer Survivorship Cohort Study, a collaborative effort between the Mays Cancer Center at UT Health San Antonio and the Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center at the University of Miami. Under general supervision, the Research Assistant (RA) will assist with screening medical records to identify potential participants, recruiting and consenting bilingual participants, conducting study visits in accordance with the study protocol, and performing related activities. The RA will enter study data into platforms including REDCap, Velos, and Excel, and will support all procedures and processes necessary for effective protocol implementation. Additionally, the RA will collaborate with the research team and Program Manager to prepare project summaries and progress reports. This role offers valuable exposure to clinical research operations, patient interaction, and interdisciplinary collaboration with healthcare teams. This position may also support other research projects, as well as community outreach and education activities, as needed.

Requirements

Attention to detail by achieving thoroughness and accuracy when accomplishing a task through concern for all the areas involved.
Ability to organize and coordinate work within schedule constraints and handle emergent requirements in a timely manner.
Strong communication, writing, and multitasking skills.
Comfortable working with diverse and multilingual populations.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Basic knowledge of medical terminology and health surveys is helpful.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive data securely.
Experience navigating or willingness to learn electronic health record (EHR) systems.
Must be available to work a flexible schedule, including occasional evenings or Saturdays to accommodate patient availability.
Bachelor’s degree in a health-related field such as biology, psychology, public health, or a similar area.
EXPERIENCE: None.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual fluency in Spanish is preferred.
Some experience with participant recruitment and/or interacting with patients is a plus.

Responsibilities

Complete all required IRB, UT Health San Antonio, and study-specific training in a timely manner.
Collaborate with the research team to ensure day-to-day study activities are conducted in accordance with the protocol.
Support the Program Manager and study team in achieving recruitment, enrollment, and retention goals, ensuring all participants complete required procedures, including informed consent and follow-up visits.
Participate in daily study operations, including attending team meetings, completing assigned tasks, providing regular updates on study progress, updating forms, screening medical records, and communicating with participants (e.g., appointment reminders).
Assist with patient identification and pre-screening using electronic health records through EPIC and data reports.
Support the informed consent process by ensuring participants understand the study procedures and their rights.
Conduct or coordinate survey assessments with participants using online platforms, telephone, or in-person interviews.
Provide culturally sensitive communication and engagement strategies to promote participant retention.
Monitor assessment completion and maintain accurate data in REDCap or similar databases.
Coordinate with study staff at multiple sites to ensure timely data collection, entry, and reporting.
Contribute to the development and testing of patient-facing materials, including flyers, newsletters, and phone scripts.
Promptly report any adverse events or signs of participant distress to the principal investigator and program manager in accordance with the study protocol.
Attend study meetings and contribute to the continuous improvement of research procedures.
Maintain complete and accurate source documentation.
Support literature reviews and contribute to the preparation of study activity reports for sponsors, regulatory bodies, and other stakeholders as needed.
Assists in supporting other research studies when needed.
Perform all other duties as assigned.