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MD Anderson Cancer Center Research Data Coordinator - Surgical Oncology in Houston, Texas
Summary:
The primary purpose of the Research Data Coordinator position is to provide patient care services and data management for minimal risk trials and clinical trials. Coordinates activities for the implementation of research studies, including the preparation of study material, participant recruitment, and data collection. Performs general duties related to the maintenance of research studies that require judgement and initiative.
JOB SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES
Protocol Specific Tasks
• Coordinates PI initiated studies and sponsored studies by drug companies and FDA.
• Assesses patients for protocol eligibility through personal interviews and medical record review in the outpatient and inpatient settings for minimal risk studies.
• Assesses patients in the inpatient/outpatient clinical setting for follow up appointments per protocol requirements.
• Acts as liaison with patients, families, physicians, and other personnel.
• Effectively conducts screening for eligibility, consenting, and following patient for minimal risk studies.
• Responsible for the procurement of biological sample including tissue and blood and delivery of all samples to laboratory for processing and shipment to external sponsor as applicable.
• Ensures strict adherence to safety guidelines and use appropriate sterile techniques for obtaining samples.
• Ensures research studies are properly managed as detailed in function & instructed by PI.
• Track's protocol related labs, responses, & research tests.
• Responsible for acting as a back-up to other research data coordinators.
• Visually reviews data for correctness and edits as necessary with oversight.
• Demonstrates competence in key aspects of data collection and data entry incorporating institutional guidelines.
Data Coordination
• Track and maintain records of recruitment and participation.
• Register participant in institutional database.
• Maintain confidential study files and records in an organized and secure manner, including participant contact information, consent forms, data code sheets, and other relevant materials.
• Extensive use of Microsoft programs such as Excel and Word and research programs such as Epic and Research Electronic Data Capture (REDCap).
Training and Development
• Keep current concerning research, oncology, and data management issues through reading, attending meetings and in-services
• Attends departmental research meetings and conferences
• Provides professional and ancillary staff education concerning research protocols by presenting in-services to departmental staff as needed.
• Provides accurate information as requested to the multidisciplinary team
• Completes all mandatory institutional training requirements
Deadlines
Exposure to blood, bodily fluids, and/or tissue
Exposure to Radiation
Hazardous Chemicals and Materials
Patient Contact
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Frequent 34-66%
Rarely1-2%
Occasionally 11-33%
Constant 67-100%
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Frequency
Weight
Carrying
Keyboarding
Lifting
Pushing/Pulling
Reaching
Sitting
Standing
Walking
Frequent 34-66%
Constant 67-100%
Frequent 34-66%
Frequent 34-66%
Frequent 34-66%
Frequent 34-66%
Frequent 34-66%
Constant 67-100%
5-10 lbs
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5-10 lbs
5-10 lbs
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Required Education:
High school diploma or equivalent.
Preferred Education:
Bachelor's degree
Required Experience:
Two years of related experience. With preferred degree, no experience required.
Preferred Experience:
Clinical trial experience, understanding clinical research protocol, database entry/management experience, Deep 6, SlicerDicer, REDCap, OnCore, highly organized, clear, consistent and thorough communication verbally and written (email and study documentation), team player.
Work Schedule:
Hybrid Schedule. This individual must be willing to come onsite as needed for non remote study activities such as consenting, in person assessments, PI/ team meetings, etc.
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. http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.html
Additional Information
Requisition ID: 164334
Employment Status: Full-Time
Employee Status: Regular
Work Week: Days
Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 36,000
Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 45,000
Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 54,000
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
Science Jobs: No
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