Clinical Research Assistant I

UT Southwestern Medical Center

Dallas (TX)

On-site

USD 42,000 - 60,000

Full time

2 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare
Paid Time Off
On-site childcare
Retirement programs
Parental Leave
Wellness programs

Job summary

UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas is seeking a Research Data Manager to provide ongoing data management for local and national research studies. You will support investigators with data collection and coordination for observational studies as needed.

The role requires entering data into case report forms, maintaining databases, and ensuring data integrity while assisting with regulatory submissions and study reporting. Collaboration with research staff is essential.

Qualifications

  • Enters data into case report forms or data collection systems.
  • Assists with data queries and edits for accuracy.
  • Maintains study documentation and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

  • Enters data into case report forms or other data collection system based on research study.
  • Maintains existing databases and ensures data integrity.
  • Assists with regulatory requirements and deadlines for local or sponsor submissions.
  • Recruits and enrolls patients in research studies and may obtain consent.
  • Assists with preparing annual reports and IRB modifications.

Skills

Data entry
Research coordination

Education

High School Diploma Or GED

Tools

IRB submissions

Job description

WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?

With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!

WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?

With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!

Job Summary

Works under the direction of an Investigator(s) with general supervision, to primarily provide ongoing data management for local and national research studies. May coordinate observational (non-treatment) studies.

Benefits

UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:

  • PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
  • 100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay
  • Paid Time Off, available day one
  • Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
  • Paid Parental Leave Benefit
  • Wellness programs
  • Tuition ReimbursementPublic Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
  • Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!
Required
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION
Education
High School Diploma Or GED Preferred
Licenses and Certifications

(BLS) BASIC LIFE SUPPORT may be required based on research study protocols or affiliate location requirements.

(CPRAED) CPR AED may be required based on affiliate location requirements.

Job Duties
  • Enters data into case report forms or other data collection system based on research study. Assists with maintenance of study level documentation.
  • Assists with data queries and possible edits for accuracy.
  • Compiles data for regulatory requirements and /or deadlines for local or sponsor submissions.
  • Maintains existing databases and ensures data integrity.
  • Understands visit schedules, criteria and protocol requirements for routine and low complexity trials (e.g., questionnaire, data registry, scripted); schedules research visits.
  • Assists research staff by completing research protocol related tasks.
  • Assists with preparing annual reports and/or modifications to institutional review board (IRB). This may include reportable events (UPIRSO).
  • Reviews and abstracts information from medical records including eligibility criteria.
  • Recruits and enrolls patients in research study that may include consenting patients after training and with supervision.
  • Assists with ordering and maintaining research supplies following university/department procedures, ensuring that equipment is in good working order.
  • With adequate training and supervision, assists with collecting and processing specimens following established procedures/protocols.
  • Assists in preparing studies for closeout, (e.g. packing files, documenting files for storage, shipping extra supplies back to sponsor).
  • With adequate training/credentialing and supervision, performs study procedures such as phlebotomy, vital signs, and EKG's needed for research study. Based on research study, other procedures/equipment/services may be required.
  • Duties performed may include one or more of the following core functions: a) Directly interacting with or caring for patients; b) Directly interacting with or caring for human-subjects research participants; c) Regularly maintaining, modifying, releasing or similarly affecting patient records (including patient financial records); or d) Regularly maintaining, modifying, releasing or similarly affecting human-subjects research records.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT
Security

This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.

EEO

UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.

Primary Location

Texas-Dallas-5323 Harry Hines Blvd

Work Locations

5323 Harry Hines Blvd

Job

Research & Laboratory

Organization

426027 - PY-Lab Emslie

Schedule

Full-time

Shift

Day Job

Job Type

Standard

Job Posting

Aug 25, 2026, 2:00:27 AM

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