Research Coordinator III - OBGYN, Maternal Fetal

UTHealth Houston•Houston, TX

About The Position

UTHealth McGovern Medical School, Department of OBGYN – Maternal Fetal Medicine, is hiring a full-time Research Coordinator III in Houston, Texas. Under minimal supervision, this position assists with the conduct and management of human-subject research projects, including participant recruitment and data collection, entry, management, and analysis. The coordinator also supports research logistics, maintains records, prepares reports, and helps meet research milestones and deadlines. The role includes supporting study activities and regulatory requirements, preparing research reports and grant materials, assisting with data analysis and dissemination, and coordinating budgets and project logistics. The position may also involve maintaining study materials and providing training and guidance to study personnel. Employees must permanently reside and work in Texas. This is a security-sensitive position.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a related field; equivalent years of experience beyond the minimum experience requirement may substitute.
At least 4 years of relevant experience; equivalent years of education beyond the minimum education requirement may substitute.
Completion of Human Research Subjects training.
Demonstrated data management skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Attention to detail.
Must permanently reside and work in the State of Texas.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree.
Certified Clinical Research Professional (CCRP) certification from the Society of Clinical Research Associates (SOCRA).

Responsibilities

Assist with human-subject research activities, including participant recruitment, informed consent, and data collection through surveys, interviews, and observations, in accordance with study protocols.
Maintain confidential records and ensure the accuracy, compliance, and integrity of collected human-subject and departmental program data; support the Data Management Sharing plan.
Finalize annual progress reports and committee applications, and ensure staff have completed required training.
Assist with progress and annual reports, contracts, and grant proposals; work with the Office of Sponsored Projects on grant submissions.
Assist with regulatory submissions, including submissions to Institutional Review Boards and the FDA.
Assist investigators with quantitative and qualitative data analysis, including statistical tests and the preparation of figures, tables, and graphs.
Help prepare research papers, presentations, and reports, including manuscripts for publication and conference presentations.
Prepare or assist with budgets, initiate re-budgeting requests, authorize project expenditures, prepare budget drafts for leadership approval, and reconcile and monitor invoices.
Coordinate and respond to site-monitoring visits, audits, and inspections.
Maintain study materials, which may include test kits, investigational drugs, and devices.
Provide administrative direction, training, and guidance to study personnel within the department, as applicable.
Recommend opportunities to enhance, terminate, or redirect resources across research projects to support timely completion of project guidelines.
Support complex scheduling and logistical needs to meet project expectations.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

100% paid medical premiums for full-time employees.
Generous time off, including holidays, a preventative leave day, vacation, and sick time, totaling approximately 37–38 days per year.
Increased vacation accrual with tenure.
Longevity pay in monthly payments after two years of service.
Retirement/pension plan.
Free financial and legal counseling.
Free mental health counseling services.
Gym membership discounts and access to wellness programs.
Employee discounts, including entertainment, car rentals, and cell phones.
Resources for child and elder care.