Research Coordinator II - Obstetrics & Gynecology

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

Job summary

Baylor College of Medicine seeks a Research Coordinator II in the Obstetrics and Gynecology division to support clinical studies at Houston sites. The role involves coordinating screening, enrollment, intervention, and monitoring of participants, with data and specimen handling per protocol.

This nonexempt, onsite position requires communication with diverse populations, adherence to study procedures, and readiness for after-hours calls. TN visa sponsorship may be considered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field; four years of related experience may substitute for degree requirement.
• One year of relevant experience.
• Masters the skills to communicate with vulnerable population.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish.
• Two or more years of experience working in clinical trials with human subjects.
• Ability to multi-task is critical to this role.
• Certified CCRP/CCRC preferred.
• EPIC and database experience.
• Medical background and terminology.
• Excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Screens, recruits, interviews, and randomizes patients for study; explains process and procedures to educate participant regarding the research study.
• Follows up patients from different study groups; monitors and reports potential adverse events in time.
• Collects patient information from interviews and EPIC; processes documents and enters information into a computerized database.
• Collects, processes, and transports the blood/biological specimens according to procedures outlined in study protocol; maintain paperwork for specimens.
• Corresponds with patient throughout study.
• Keeps all required trainings and certificates up-to-date.
• After-hour and weekend on call may be needed.
• Performs other job duties as assigned.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Excellent communication

Ability to multi-task

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

EPIC

Database experience

Job description

Research Coordinator II - Obstetrics & Gynecology

Division: Obstetrics and Gynecology 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

This position is located within the field of Clinical Research in the OB/GYN department. Our department is covering the OB/GYN services at two hospitals (TCH PFW and BTH). We are conducting dozens of high-quality clinical research studies on both sites with million dollars internal and external fundings. We are working diligently to help promoting women's health in multiple levels. This position is belonging to MFMU clinical trial. It coordinates day to day activities of research protocols which include screening, enrollment, intervention, and monitoring of research participants. Also ensures accurate data/specimen collection, documentation, organization and safety of research participants.

TN Visa holders are encouraged to apply. Sponsorship for a TN Visa may be available for qualified candidates who meet the position requirements.

Job Duties

• Screens, recruits, interviews, and randomizes patients for study; explains process and procedures to educate participant regarding the research study.
• Follows up patients from different study groups; monitors and reports potential adverse events in time.
• Collects patient information from interviews and EPIC; processes documents and enters information into a computerized database.
• Collects, processes, and transports the blood/biological specimens according to procedures outlined in study protocol; maintain paperwork for specimens.
• Corresponds with patient throughout study.
• Keeps all required trainings and certificates up-to-date.
• After-hour and weekend on call may be needed.
• Performs other job 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

• Masters the skills to communicate with vulnerable population.
• Keeps calm in urgent situations.
• Bilingual (English and Spanish).
• Two or more years of experience working in clinical trials with human subjects.
• Ability to multi-task is critical to this role.
• Certified CCRP/CCRC preferred.
• EPIC and database experience.
• Medical background and terminology.
• Excellent communication skills.

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.