Clinical Studies Coordinator
- Requisition #: 179041
- Department: Regional Research Operations
- Location: Houston, TX
- Posted Date: 2/13/2026
The Division of Clinical Research provides high-quality, efficient infrastructure support for all aspects of clinical protocol research at MD Anderson.
The Clinical Research Coordinator supports clinical research activities at Lyndon B. Johnson Hospital within the Harris Health System by assisting with protocol operations, patient coordination, and research documentation. MD Anderson Cancer Center is a leading institution focused on cancer care, research, education, and prevention. The Clinical Research Coordinator ensures that clinical research activities align with departmental standards and institutional expectations.
The ideal candidate will have a master's degree in public health or a related scientific field, along with experience in clinical trial management, data collection, or laboratory processes. Preferred skills include strong organizational ability, independence, adaptability, and familiarity with research workflows.
Minimum $27.64 - Midpoint $34.62 - Maximum $41.59
The typical work schedule is Monday-Friday, onsite.
Work Location: LBJ Hospital
Why Us?
This role supports MD Anderson's mission by strengthening the clinical research operations that enable advancements in patient care, while offering opportunities to grow professionally through complex protocol management and multidisciplinary collaboration.
• Employer-paid medical coverage starting day one for employees working 30+ hours/week, plus optional group dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Accruals for PTO and Extended Illness Bank, plus paid holidays, wellness, childcare, and other leave options.
• Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service and access to extensive wellness, fitness, and employee resource groups.
• Defined-benefit pension through the Teachers Retirement System, voluntary retirement plans, and employer-paid life and reduced salary protection programs.
Responsibilities
Protocol Management
• Adhere to departmental Standard Operating Procedures and clinical research policies
• Support protocol design, development, startup, and operational issue resolution with investigators and sponsors
• Serve as point of contact for interdepartmental protocol collaboration and facilitate cross-functional training
• Prepare, submit, and maintain protocol documents and tracking systems
• Review abstracts, protocol text, and informed consent forms for relevant content
• Screen, coordinate, evaluate, and follow patient participation in clinical settings
• Review eligibility, assist with consent, monitor adverse events, and submit reports to the IRB
• Schedule patient tests and maintain communication regarding study-related results
• Register patients in designated databases and communicate enrollment updates to sponsors
• Perform protocol-specific tasks including scheduling, ordering tests, collecting and processing specimens, and documenting patient-reported outcomes
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support study-related patient care and safety
• Collect, process, store, package, and ship research specimens and maintain inventory tracking systems
Data Management
• Complete case report forms accurately and on time using sponsor electronic data capture systems
• Resolve data queries in collaboration with study monitors
• Compile protocol data for manuscript submission
• Maintain data and study documentation for sponsor, monitor, and internal/external audits
Training & Professional Development
• Maintain professional expertise through meetings, in-services, and continuing education
• Maintain required licenses and certifications
• Adopt new technologies supporting research operations
• Complete protocol training and delegation documents accurately and on time
• Maintain knowledge of federal regulations, Good Clinical Practice, and departmental workflow
• Participate in orientation and training of new and current staff
• Provide protocol-related in-services to clinical staff in inpatient and outpatient settings
• Serve as a protocol and compliance resource for research personnel
Other Duties
• Perform other tasks as assigned
EDUCATION
• Required: Bachelor's degree
• Preferred: Master's degree in public health or related scientific field
WORK EXPERIENCE
• Required: Three years' experience in area of research study or direct patient care obtained from nursing, data gathering or other related experience. May substitute required education degree with additional years of equivalent experience on a one to one basis; with preferred degree, one year of required experience
• Preferred: Must have prior lab experience and clinical trial management or data management experience.
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, paid time off, retirement, tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition.
This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment.
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
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The Clinical Research Coordinator supports clinical research activities at Lyndon B. Johnson Hospital within the Harris Health System by assisting with protocol operations, patient coordination, and research documentation. MD Anderson Cancer Center is a leading institution focused on cancer care, research, education, and prevention. The Clinical Research Coordinator ensures that clinical research activities align with departmental standards and institutional expectations.
The ideal candidate will have a master's degree in public health or a related scientific field, along with experience in clinical trial management, data collection, or laboratory processes. Preferred skills include strong organizational ability, independence, adaptability, and familiarity with research workflows.
Minimum $27.64 - Midpoint $34.62 - Maximum $41.59
The typical work schedule is Monday-Friday, onsite.
Work Location: LBJ Hospital
Why Us?
This role supports MD Anderson's mission by strengthening the clinical research operations that enable advancements in patient care, while offering opportunities to grow professionally through complex protocol management and multidisciplinary collaboration.
• Employer-paid medical coverage starting day one for employees working 30+ hours/week, plus optional group dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Accruals for PTO and Extended Illness Bank, plus paid holidays, wellness, childcare, and other leave options.
• Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service and access to extensive wellness, fitness, and employee resource groups.
• Defined-benefit pension through the Teachers Retirement System, voluntary retirement plans, and employer-paid life and reduced salary protection programs.
Responsibilities
Protocol Management
• Adhere to departmental Standard Operating Procedures and clinical research policies
• Support protocol design, development, startup, and operational issue resolution with investigators and sponsors
• Serve as point of contact for interdepartmental protocol collaboration and facilitate cross-functional training
• Prepare, submit, and maintain protocol documents and tracking systems
• Review abstracts, protocol text, and informed consent forms for relevant content
• Screen, coordinate, evaluate, and follow patient participation in clinical settings
• Review eligibility, assist with consent, monitor adverse events, and submit reports to the IRB
• Schedule patient tests and maintain communication regarding study-related results
• Register patients in designated databases and communicate enrollment updates to sponsors
• Perform protocol-specific tasks including scheduling, ordering tests, collecting and processing specimens, and documenting patient-reported outcomes
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support study-related patient care and safety
• Collect, process, store, package, and ship research specimens and maintain inventory tracking systems
Data Management
• Complete case report forms accurately and on time using sponsor electronic data capture systems
• Resolve data queries in collaboration with study monitors
• Compile protocol data for manuscript submission
• Maintain data and study documentation for sponsor, monitor, and internal/external audits
Training & Professional Development
• Maintain professional expertise through meetings, in-services, and continuing education
• Maintain required licenses and certifications
• Adopt new technologies supporting research operations
• Complete protocol training and delegation documents accurately and on time
• Maintain knowledge of federal regulations, Good Clinical Practice, and departmental workflow
• Participate in orientation and training of new and current staff
• Provide protocol-related in-services to clinical staff in inpatient and outpatient settings
• Serve as a protocol and compliance resource for research personnel
Other Duties
• Perform other tasks as assigned
EDUCATION
• Required: Bachelor's degree
• Preferred: Master's degree in public health or related scientific field
WORK EXPERIENCE
• Required: Three years' experience in area of research study or direct patient care obtained from nursing, data gathering or other related experience. May substitute required education degree with additional years of equivalent experience on a one to one basis; with preferred degree, one year of required experience
• Preferred: Must have prior lab experience and clinical trial management or data management experience.
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, paid time off, retirement, tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition.
This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment.
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: 179041
- Employment Status: Full-Time
- Employee Status: Regular
- Work Week: Days
- Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 57,500
- Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 72,000
- Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 86,500
- FLSA: non-exempt and eligible for overtime pay
- Fund Type: Soft
- Work Location: Onsite
- Pivotal Position: No
- Referral Bonus Available?: No
- Relocation Assistance Available?: No
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