Clinical Studies Coordinator

University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 58,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

PTO & holidays

Tuition assistance

Pension plan

Job summary

University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is seeking a Clinical Studies Coordinator to provide administrative, research coordination, and patient care services for pediatric trials across the Cancer Center and Kinder Children's Cancer Center.

The role involves coordinating protocol activities, supporting patient participation, and ensuring protocol compliance in a collaborative, mission-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Three years of research study experience or direct patient care experience; pediatric/neuro preferred.
• Master's degree in Public Health or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate clinical research protocols with PI and sponsors.
• Screen, enroll, and monitor patient participation in studies.
• Collect, manage, and report study data per SOPs and regulatory requirements.
• Support protocol startup, documentation, and training activities.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and IRB reporting.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree in Public Health or related field

Tools

EDC systems

Job description

UT MD Anderson has the nation's largest cancer clinical trials program enrolling patients in Texas and beyond through our Cancer Network® partners across the country. UT MD Anderson is devoted to the needs and protection of all those participating in or conducting clinical research while maintaining high ethical standards and compliance with all regulatory policies.

The primary purpose of the Clinical Studies Coordinator position is to provide administrative, research coordination, and patient care services in support of pediatric clinical trials across UT MD Anderson Cancer Center and the MD Anderson/Texas Children's Hospital Pediatric Joint Venture (Kinder Children's Cancer Center. The role coordinates study activities, supports patient participation, ensures protocol compliance, and facilitates the successful execution of clinical research.

The ideal candidate will have previous Clinical Studies experience or Research Data Coordinator experience. Prior experience in Pediatrics and Neuro is a plus.

Salary Information: Minimum $27.64/hour - Midpoint $34.62/hour - Maximum $41.59/hour (based on a 40-hour work week)

Why Us?

Join UT MD Anderson and contribute to groundbreaking pediatric cancer research that directly impacts patient care and scientific discovery. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with leading investigators, multidisciplinary clinical teams, and research partners while developing expertise in clinical trial coordination, regulatory compliance, and data management in a collaborative and mission-driven environment. UT MD Anderson supports professional growth, lifelong learning, and a comprehensive benefits package designed to promote employee well-being and work-life balance.

• Employer-paid medical coverage starting day one for employees working 30+ hours/week, plus optional group dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Accruals for PTO and Extended Illness Bank, plus paid holidays, wellness, childcare, and other leave options.
• Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service and access to extensive wellness, fitness, and employee resource groups.
• Defined-benefit pension through the Teachers Retirement System, voluntary retirement plans, and employer-paid life and reduced salary protection programs.

Responsibilities

Protocol Management

• Understand and adhere to departmental Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and institutional policies governing clinical trial conduct.
• Manage the effective operation of assigned clinical research protocols in collaboration with the Principal Investigator (PI) and study sponsors.
• Serve as the primary contact for interdepartmental protocol collaborations and coordinate cross-functional training activities.
• Support protocol startup activities, including preparation, submission, maintenance, and tracking of protocol-related documents.
• Develop and maintain systems to process, organize, and track protocol documentation.
• Review protocol abstracts, study documents, informed consent forms, and related materials for relevant study information.
• Screen, coordinate, evaluate, and monitor patient participation in clinical research studies.
• Assist with patient recruitment, informed consent discussions, screening procedures, and study-specific visits.
• Review patient eligibility criteria and assist with enrollment activities.
• Monitor adverse events and submit required reports and consent revisions to the Institutional Review Board (IRB).

Patient Care & Study Coordination

• Schedule protocol-required patient tests, procedures, and study visits.
• Register patients on research protocols by verifying eligibility and exclusion criteria within designated institutional databases.
• Communicate required registration information to sponsors according to protocol requirements.
• Collect and evaluate study data under the supervision of medical staff.
• Perform protocol-specific activities, including scheduling, test ordering, specimen collection, specimen processing, and documentation of patient-reported outcomes.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to achieve study objectives and maintain patient safety.
• Assess patients through interviews and medical record reviews to verify protocol eligibility.
• Provide feedback to physicians and care teams regarding screening requirements and protocol timelines.
• Keep patients informed regarding study participation, test results, and protocol expectations.
• Document study-related information within medical records, protocol documents, and institutional reporting systems.

Data Management

• Complete sponsor-required case report forms using electronic data capture (EDC) systems accurately and within required timelines.
• Utilize source documentation to ensure accurate data collection and reporting.
• Resolve data queries and maintain study data quality and integrity.
• Compile protocol data for manuscript development and submission activities.
• Maintain research records and study documentation for sponsor monitoring visits.
• Prepare and organize study files for internal and external audits.
• Ensure compliance with sponsor, institutional, and regulatory data management requirements.

Training & Professional Development

• Maintain professional expertise in clinical research through continuing education, meetings, and institutional training programs.
• Maintain required licenses, certifications, and research-related credentials.
• Adopt emerging technologies and tools that support clinical research operations.
• Complete protocol training requirements and delegation of authority documentation accurately and on time.
• Maintain knowledge of current Code of Federal Regulations, Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines, and clinical trial processes.
• Maintain a working knowledge of departmental clinical trial workflows and study procedures.
• Participate in onboarding and training activities for new and existing clinical research personnel.
• Provide protocol-related education and in-service training to professional and ancillary staff.
• Serve as a resource for protocol compliance, research operations, and regulatory requirements.
• Consult regularly with supervisors and research leadership regarding study assignments and priorities.

Other Duties

• Perform other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION

• Required: Bachelor's Degree
• Preferred: Master's Degree in Public Health or related scientific field

WORK EXPERIENCE

• Required: Three years of research study experience or direct patient care experience obtained through nursing, data gathering, or other related experience; OR one year of required experience with a preferred degree
• Preferred: Previous Clinical Studies experience or Research Data Coordinator experience; Prior experience in Pediatric or Neuro is a plus.
• May substitute required education degree with additional years of equivalent experience on a one-to-one basis

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, paid time off, retirement, tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition.

This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment.

It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state, or local laws unless such distinction is required by law.

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Additional Information

• Requisition ID: 183553
• Employment Status: Full-Time
• Employee Status: Regular
• Work Week: Days
• Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 57,500
• Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 72,000
• Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 86,500
• FLSA: non-exempt and eligible for overtime pay
• Fund Type: Soft
• Work Location: Hybrid Onsite/Remote
• Pivotal Position: No
• Referral Bonus Available?: No
• Relocation Assistance Available?: No