Research Coordinator II - Neurology

Baylor College of Medicine; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 47,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, TX, is seeking a Research Coordinator II in Neurology to support Alzheimer’s disease studies. This onsite role involves recruiting participants, coordinating visits, collecting data, and ensuring regulatory compliance under supervision.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field and at least one year of relevant experience; strong communication skills are essential. Candidate must be eligible to work in the United States.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; four years of related experience may substitute for degree.
• One year of relevant research experience preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills required.

Responsibilities

• Recruit and screen participants for Alzheimer’s disease research studies.
• Explain study processes to educate participants and obtain informed consent.
• Coordinate study visits and ensure protocol adherence.
• Collect and document medical history and research data.
• Perform cognitive assessments and ECGs when required.
• Maintain regulatory documents and ensure compliance with protocols.

Skills

Good communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Job description

Job Title: Research Coordinator II - Neurology

Work Arrangement: Onsite only

Location: Houston, TX

Salary Range: $47,372 - $55,731

FLSA Status: Nonexempt

Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Summary

Alzheimer’s Disease and Memory Disorders Center is looking for a Research coordinator II who will be under close supervision of senior research coordinator or faculty investigator, the research coordinator II will perform duties related to research studies to prevent or treat Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias.

Job Duties

Participant Recruitment & Study Coordination (40%)

• Interview, screen, and recruit patients for research studies.
• Explain study processes and procedures to educate participants about the research.
• Correspond with participants throughout the study.
• Schedule research participants for protocol-required tests and procedures.
• Coordinate study visits and ensure protocol adherence.

Data Collection & Database Management (20%)

• Collect and document medical history information.
• Process study-related documents.
• Enter participant information into research databases.
• Retrieve and submit test results to appropriate parties.

Regulatory Documentation & Research Compliance (15%)

• Maintain regulatory documents required for research studies.
• Ensure documentation is complete, accurate, and compliant with study protocols and institutional requirements.

Clinical Assessments & Participant Testing (10%)

• Conduct cognitive assessments and testing.
• Perform EKGs/ECGs when required.
• Obtain vital signs from study participants.
• Collect blood and other biological specimens.
• Process specimens according to study protocol.
• Ship specimens to designated laboratories.
• Maintain specimen-related documentation and chain-of-custody records.

Operational & Administrative Support (5%)

• Order research supplies and equipment.
• Maintain inventory of study materials.
• Assist with general research operations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field. Four years of related experience may substitute for degree requirement.
• One year of relevant experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Course work or experience in biology and/or psychology.
• Good communication (written and oral) and interpersonal skills essential.

Work Authorization Requirement:

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout the duration of employment.

Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer.

Baylor College of Medicine fosters diversity among its students, trainees, faculty, and staff as a prerequisite to accomplishing our institutional mission and setting standards for excellence in training healthcare providers and biomedical scientists, promoting scientific innovation, and providing patient-centered care. Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer.