Research Coordinator I/II - Pediatrics

UTHealth Houston; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% paid medical premiums for full-time employees

Generous time off

Longevity pay

Gym membership discounts

Job summary

UTHealth Houston is seeking a Research Coordinator I/II to support the conduct of research studies within the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). The role involves coordinating research activities, data collection, and patient interaction.

Ideal candidates should have a Bachelor's degree, bilingual skills, and experience in clinical research. Benefits include fully paid medical premiums and generous time off.

Qualifications

• Bilingual in English and Spanish.
• Experience with clinical research in a NICU or inpatient setting.
• Knowledge of clinical research regulations, including IRB processes and FDA requirements.
• Current CITI certifications (GCP, Human Subjects Research, CRC Foundations, CRC Advanced).

Responsibilities

• Support study operations and coordinate research activities.
• Act as the primary point of communication between clinical and research teams.
• Screen and consent parents of eligible infants.
• Collect, enter, and manage study data.

Skills

Bilingual in English and Spanish

Clinical research experience

Patient/family interaction

Knowledge of clinical research regulations

Current CITI certifications

Familiarity with data systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Research Coordinator II: minimum 2 years of relevant experience

Tools

REDCap

EPIC

Beacon

Medidata

Job description

Job Overview

The Research Coordinator I/II supports the conduct of NIH-, industry-, and investigator-initiated research studies within the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). This role assists with day‑to‑day implementation of ongoing and future studies, including participation in the NICHD Neonatal Research Network.

The position is primarily weekday based, with flexibility to accommodate patient screening and consent activities. Occasional weekend or on‑call hours occur approximately every two months as part of a team‑based call rotation to support ongoing enrollment and study needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Support study operations and coordinate research activities.
• Act as the primary point of communication between clinical and research teams.
• Screen and consent parents of eligible infants.
• Collect, enter, and manage study data, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Assist in specimen processing.
• Maintain accurate, timely study documentation and track assigned tasks.
• Assist with data quality efforts, monitoring visits, and regulatory documentation, including IRB materials.
• Participate in regulatory submissions (e.g., IRB, FDA).
• Help prepare progress reports, grant proposals, and budget materials.
• Assist in data analysis, creation of figures, tables, and graphs, and preparation of manuscripts.
• Support preparation for and response to site monitoring visits, audits, and inspections.
• Maintain study materials such as test kits and investigational drugs or devices.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bilingual in English and Spanish.
• Experience with clinical research in a NICU or inpatient setting.
• Experience with patient/family interaction, screening, enrollment, and informed consent processes.
• Knowledge of clinical research regulations, including IRB processes and FDA requirements.
• Current CITI certifications (GCP, Human Subjects Research, CRC Foundations, CRC Advanced).
• Familiarity with REDCap, EPIC, Beacon, Medidata, or similar data systems.
• Minimum education: Bachelor’s degree in a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Research Coordinator II: minimum 2 years of relevant experience (or equivalent education).
• Physical ability to exert up to 20 lbs occasionally or 10 lbs frequently.
• Security‑sensitive position under Texas Education Code and related statutes.

Benefits

• 100% paid medical premiums for full‑time employees.
• Generous time off (holidays, preventative leave day, vacation and sick time – totaling approximately 37–38 days per year).
• Longevity pay and monthly retirement/pension plan contributions.
• Free financial and legal counseling.
• Free mental health counseling services.
• Gym membership discounts and access to wellness programs.
• Employee discounts on entertainment, car rentals, cell phones, and more.
• Resources for child and elder care.