Summary

Baylor College of Medicine, in partnership with the Department of Radiology at Texas Children’s Hospital, is seeking a Research Coordinator III to support participant-facing clinical research activities. This role is responsible for coordinating participant recruitment, obtaining informed consent, supporting study coordination, and managing research data in accordance with approved protocols and institutional policies. 

The Research Coordinator III will work under the direction of leadership and the research manager. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to pediatric research within a collaborative, mission-driven environment.

Job Duties

Clinical Research Operations - 45%

• Independently manages the day-to-day operations of complex clinical research studies 
• Schedules and coordinates study visits, laboratory tests, imaging, and other protocol-required procedures 
• Orders, tracks, and manages study supplies, equipment, and investigational products 
• Provides cross-coverage and support across the research portfolio as needed 
• Participates in study feasibility assessments, including evaluation of staffing, patient population, and resource needs 

Participant Recruitment & Engagement - 20%

• Leads patient enrollment activities, including recruitment, screening, interviewing, and obtaining informed consent 
• Educates study participants and their families on study protocols, procedures, and expectations  
• Communicates regularly with study participants and families to ensure smooth study conduct 

Data Management - 15%

• Collects and records clinical data related to study procedures 
• Ensures timely and accurate data entry into electronic case report forms (eCRFs) and Clinical Trial Management Systems (CTMS)  
• Collaborates with physicians, mid-level providers, research nurses, and data managers to ensure accurate and timely documentation of patient care 

Regulatory & Compliance – 10%

• Maintains and updates regulatory documents, source documentation, and study records in compliance with FDA, IRB, and institutional requirements 
• Reviews and interprets study protocols, abstracts, and informed consent forms for operational and regulatory requirements 
• Communicates and follows up on serious adverse events (SAE) reports and other safety documentation 
• Assists the regulatory team to ensure compliance with FDA, IRB, and institutional policies 

Specimen Handling & Sponsor Coordination - 5%

• Collects, processes, stores, and ships biological specimens in accordance with study protocols and IATA guidelines 
• Interacts with sponsors, coordinating centers, and regulatory agencies to facilitate study activities and maintain documentation 

Administrative Support - 5% 

• Develops SOPs and contributes to continuous improvement of clinical research processes
• 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.
• Two years of relevant experience.