Research Data Coordinator | Department of Nursing

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston is one of the world's most respected centers focused on cancer patient care, research, education and prevention. It was named the nation's No. 1 hospital for cancer care in U.S. News & World Report's 2022-2023 rankings. It is one of the nation's original three comprehensive cancer centers designated by the National Cancer Institute.

Ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's Degree and at least two years of relevant experience.

JOB SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES Research Data Collection

· Assumes responsibility for assigned studies, identifies potential protocol candidates and provides study specific information to them.

· Participates in the informed consent and registration process according to institutional policy.

· Provides instruction and education regarding study to patients and family members.

· Conducts structured interviews with research subjects for protocol data collection.

· Assists patients with the completion of research questionnaires and other required documentation.

· Monitors patient participation.

· Collects, processes and delivers specimens per study requirements.

· Extracts patient demographics, reports, and other pertinent information from the Electronic Medical Record (EMR).

· Obtains off-site treatment, surgery and pathology records as required.

· Assists with follow-up appointments and provides telephone reminders to patients.

· Maintains telephone and/or email contact with other departments/institutions participating in studies and collects data as assigned.

Documentation, Record Keeping and Forms Processing

· Assists in the maintenance of a system for collecting protocol data including but not limited to records of surgery, therapy dates, laboratory results, and pathology information.

· Design data collection documents and/or databases (REDCap).

· Documents study specific information appropriately in the patient medical record.

· Enters protocol-specific data points into the appropriate database.

· Reviews data forms for completeness and updates as needed.

· Demonstrates proficiency with Microsoft Office and other research specific software.

· Requests patient charts via on-line system as necessary to facilitate research projects.

· Generates reports as requested.

Communication Skills

· Meets regularly with the PI(s) and study team to discuss the progress of studies.

· Communicates missing research data to the faculty/PI or Clinical Studies Coordinator.

· Interacts with members of interdisciplinary team inter and intra-departmentally to request information and verify the status of ongoing projects.

· Communicates clearly in telephone and email communications and face-to-face encounters with institutional and other personnel.

· Receives, places, and transfers calls using appropriate etiquette; responds to information requests with courtesy, accuracy, and respect for confidentiality.

· Email documents to other institutional departments and outside organizations/physician offices as requested.

Other duties as assigned.

· Requests patient charts/data via on-line system/database as necessary to facilitate research projects.

· Orders and stocks supplies in support of study needs.

· Attends departmental meetings, mandatory training, and/or other events to remain current on policies and procedures related to data and protocol management.

· Assists in the preparation of information and reports for manuscript/grant submission as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Required: High school diploma or equivalent.

Preferred: Bachelor's Degree.

Experience

Required: Two years of related experience. With preferred degree, no experience required.

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: 170617
  • 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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