Research Coordinator I

Summary

Job Purpose

Coordinates day to day activities of research protocols which include screening, enrollment, and monitoring of research participants. Ensures accurate data collection, documentation, organization and safety of research participants.

Job Duties

• Responsibilities including screening, enrolling, and conducting follow-up with research participants; conducting and monitoring data collection and data quality; evaluating effectiveness of various recruitment strategies; communicating with other study sites; and performing all study related activities in accordance with IRB guidelines and ethical practices. Uses research functions within the electronic medical record (Epic) to effectively identify potential participants. Explains all study processes and procedures to potential participants, as well as risks and benefits of participation.
• Supports families with study registration by phone, email, in clinic and/or during live enrollments events. This may require working non-traditional hours, such as evenings and/or weekends.
• Collects samples for analysis on research participants and escorts them to the lab.
• Corresponds with participants as needed throughout the study to answer questions, resolve problems, and provide support with the return of findings.
• Orders supplies for the study.
• Maintain appropriate training and certification.
• Assist in budget preparation by determining study coordinator hours for each study visit.
• Attend appropriate meetings scheduled by sponsor monitors, Pls, and Research Administration.
  

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• Three years of relevant experience.

Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer.

6815

CA; CH