Summary
We are looking for a Senior Research Coordinator to join our growing Phase 1 oncology research program. This position will manage and oversee the daily operations of Phase 1 clinical trials. This includes screening patients for eligibility, coordinating study participant visits, ongoing trial coordination, supporting monitor visits, data collection and entry and overall compliance with federal, institutional, and department guidelines and standard operating procedures.
Job Duties
Generic Duty
- Coordinate Phase 1 clinical research trials.
Specific Position Duties
- Coordinate complex Phase 1 clinical research studies in compliance with institutional, federal, and sponsor requirements.
- Interview, screen, and recruit research participants; explain study processes, procedures, and expectations to potential participants.
- Engage with research participants throughout the study lifecycle to ensure protocol adherence and participant retention.
- Coordinate and schedule research participant visits and study‑related activities.
- Collect, process, and ship biological specimens according to protocol and regulatory requirements.
- Collect, enter, and maintain accurate research data and study documentation.
- Maintain organized and compliant research records.
- Collaborate with regulatory and finance teams to support successful clinical trial operations.
- Communicate and collaborate with external sponsors, BCM teams, and affiliated institutions.
Phase 1 Research Trial Management and Coordination
- Develop and maintain study‑specific tools to support trial startup and ongoing operations.
- Screen potential research participants for eligibility based on protocol criteria.
- Coordinate study schedules, participant visits, and procedural timelines.
- Perform data collection and entry in accordance with protocol and sponsor requirements.
- Perform biological specimen collection, processing, and shipment.
- Collaborate with Cancer Center finance and regulatory teams to support trial execution and compliance.
- Perform other job duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in a Basic Science or related field. Four years of related experience may substitute for degree requirement.
- Five years of relevant experience.
Preferred Qualifications
- CCRP or equivalent research certification.
- Phase 1 research experience.
- Phlebotomy experience and certification.
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.