Clinical Trial Research Coordinator I

Houston Methodist; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Houston Methodist is seeking a Research Coordinator to manage day-to-day activities for research protocols, screen patients for eligibility, and ensure accurate data collection and safety of participants.

Responsibilities include coordinating subject appointments, documenting data in case report forms and electronic systems, and maintaining regulatory records under supervision. Exempt status applies to this role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree is required.
• Two years of research experience are required.
• Must have strong communication and data entry abilities.

Responsibilities

• Screen and interview to evaluate patient eligibility.
• Collaborate with the patient care team and report pertinent information.
• Coordinate follow-up calls and appointments for research subjects.
• Maintain and organize study records and enter data into source documents and portals.

Skills

English language proficiency

Effective communication

Data entry skills

Judgment and analytical skills

Team collaboration

Adaptability to challenging situations

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

At Houston Methodist, the Research Coordinator position is responsible for coordinating the day-to‑day activities of research protocols as well as assessing and determining qualification of patients for research studies. This position ensures accurate data collection, documentation, organization and safety of research participants.

FLSA Status

Exempt

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree
• Experience: Two years’ research experience

Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on‑going assessments and performance evaluations.
• Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security.
• Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co‑workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and positive language principles.
• Sufficient clinical and research data entry skills.
• Capability to handle challenging or difficult situations.
• Demonstrates sound judgment and analytical skills.

Essential Functions

People Essential Functions

• Under the direction of higher level staff, conducts screening and interviews to evaluate patient eligibility.
• Promotes a positive work environment and contributes to a dynamic, team‑focused work unit that actively helps one another to achieve optimal department results. Collaborates with all members of the patient care team by actively communicating and reporting pertinent information.
• Provides contributions towards improvement of department scores for employee engagement.

Service Essential Functions

• Responds promptly and accurately to customer complaints, inquiries, and requests for information and coordinates appropriate follow‑up calls and/or appointments.
• Schedules research subject appointments for tests and procedures, such as laboratory tests, x‑rays, and other studies specific for the research protocol.
• Compiles patient information, processes it, documents, and enters accurate information in source documents, case report forms, electronic data capture portals, and clinical trial management system following established procedures.

Quality/Safety Essential Functions

• Maintains records for clinical study and regulatory documents.
• Under the direction of Research Nurse / Clinical Trial Manager / Physician, captures and reports adverse events (A/E) or serious adverse events (SAE) to necessary regulatory authorities.
• Assists management with research records and regulatory maintenance.

Finance Essential Functions

• Uses resources efficiently; does not waste supplies. Evaluates and reports on inventory levels. Self‑motivated to independently manage time effectively and prioritize daily tasks.
• Maintains inventory of supplies necessary for the study.

Growth/Innovation Essential Functions

• Maintains working knowledge of the research process and IRB‑approved research protocols. Follows International Conference on Harmonisation (ICH) / Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines.
• Seeks opportunities to expand learning beyond baseline competencies with a focus on continual development. Completes and updates My Development plan on an ongoing basis.

Supplemental Requirements

Work Attire

• Uniform: No
• Scrubs: Yes
• Business professional: No
• Other (department approved): Yes

On‑Call

Note that employees may be required to be on‑call during emergencies (ie. disaster, severe weather events, etc) regardless of selection below.

• On Call: No

Travel

Travel specifications may vary by department.

• May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area: No
• May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area: No