Clinical Research Coordinator I, Orthopaedic Surgery

UT Southwestern Medical Center; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PPO medical plan

Paid Time Off

TRS retirement program

Paid parental leave

Wellness programs

Tuition reimbursement

PSLF eligible employer

Job summary

UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas seeks a Research Coordinator to support clinical studies, coordinate procedures, and ensure data quality. You will interact with research participants, manage regulatory documents, and assist with data collection in support of multiple studies.

Experience in clinical research and a BS/BA in a medical or science field are required; CPR/AED and related certifications are a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in medical/science field required.
• Experience coordinating clinical research preferred.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements and data handling.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate clinical research projects and study procedures.
• Interact with research participants via phone, telehealth, or in person.
• Maintain study records and assist with data collection tools.
• Ensure compliance with protocols and regulatory standards.

Skills

Clinical research coordination

Patient interaction

Data collection

Regulatory awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in medical/science field

Tools

EMR systems

CTMS

Regulatory databases

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 No. 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 coordinate research projects. This position primarily performs patient/participant coordination, however, may conduct data management in smaller departments on as needed basis. Collects and ensures quality control of clinical or basic research data in support of multiple and/or complex research studies.

Benefits

• 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 Reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
• Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!

Required

Experience and Education

• Bachelor's Degree or higher degree in medical or science related field
• 1 year of clinical research experience

May consider additional years of experience or advanced degree in lieu of education or experience, respectively.

Preferred

• BLS BASIC LIFE SUPPORT Licensure may be required based on research study protocols or affiliate location requirements.
• CPRAED CPR AED Licensure may be required based on research study protocols or affiliate location requirements.
• ACRP or SOCRA certification a plus

Job Duties

• Directly interacts with clinical research participants, as required, for the research study. Interacts via telephone, telehealth or in-person.
• Coordinate regulatory aspects of the trial including maintaining and developing regulatory information to comply with industry standards, University policies, FDA requirements or other hospital policies
• Coordinate and schedule study procedures as per protocol. Approved study protocols which have order sets built may be pended by the non-licensed coordinator with oversight by PI.
• When outside of protocol, presents evidence and provides options (within scope of protocol) to PI.
• Screen, recruit, enroll and follow subjects according to protocol guidelines. May also assist with the consent process
• Maintain and coordinate data collection information required for each study which may also include developing CRF's or data collection tools
• Assist in developing and implementing research studies to include writing clinical research protocols.
• Conduct study procedures according to the protocol with proper training and check offs to maintain scope of work
• Requires familiarity with research budgets to assist with or develop study budgets. May perform research billing activities, as needed, based on size of department (including linking patient calendars).
• May review and abstract information from medical records for verification of eligibility for trials, as needed based on size of department.
• Monitors patient safety by reviewing records and ensuring appropriate reporting per protocol and HRPP standards.
• Review research study protocols to ensure feasibility
• Assist in developing website or other social media for marketing/recruiting of clinical research study
• Develop proficiency in the clinical trial management system, electronic medical record and other required data entry systems
• Maintain subject level documentation
• 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.

Salary Information

Salary Is Commensurate With Education, Skills, And Relevant Experience.

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

420000 - OS-Department Administration

Schedule

Full-time

Shift

Day Job

Job Type

Standard

Job Posting

Sep 24, 2026, 2:13:14 AM