Coordinator, Research Data - GI Medical Oncology
- Requisition #: 183853
- Department: GI Med Onc Rsch Department
- Location: Houston, TX
- Posted Date: 10/27/2026
Coordinator, Research Data
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is a world-renowned academic cancer center dedicated to eliminating cancer through exceptional patient care, innovative research, prevention, and education. Within the GI Medical Oncology department, research teams focus on advancing treatments and improving outcomes for patients with gastrointestinal cancers through clinical trials, translinary research, and collaborative scientific discovery.
The Coordinator, Research Data role supports the collection, management, and maintenance of clinical research data for assigned protocols within GI Medical Oncology. The Coordinator, Research Data works closely with physicians, research staff, and external institutions to ensure data accuracy, protocol compliance, and successful study execution. The Coordinator, Research Data also contributes to clinical trial operations, specimen tracking, and research documentation that support the mission of UT MD Anderson.
The ideal candidate will possess a bachelor's degree and previous experience in clinical research, healthcare, or data management, preferably within oncology or academic medicine. Preferred qualifications include experience managing research data from electronic medical records and clinical databases, knowledge of clinical trial processes and protocol compliance, familiarity with medical terminology, and demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary healthcare and research teams.
Minimum $21.15/hour - Midpoint $26.44/hour - Maximum $31.73/hour
The typical work schedule is Days | Onsite
Why Us?
At UT MD Anderson, this position plays a vital role in advancing clinical research that directly impacts patient care and future cancer treatments. Team members collaborate with leading physicians and researchers while developing expertise in clinical research operations, data management, regulatory compliance, and oncology studies. This role offers opportunities for professional growth while supporting a mission-driven organization focused on improving lives through research and innovation.
• 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
Research Data Management
• Develop, maintain, and update protocol-specific research databases
• Collect, abstract, and enter patient and study data from electronic health records, treatment records, charts, and external sources • Perform data review and quality assurance activities to ensure data integrity, accuracy, and completeness
• Generate and maintain protocol-related reports and tracking tools as required
Clinical Trial Support
• Assist with implementation and ongoing management of clinical research studies and protocols • Maintain protocol-related documentation, records, and workflow processes
• Request and obtain medical records and supporting documentation from outside healthcare institutions • Support specimen collection, tracking, and documentation according to protocol requirements
Coordination & Communication
• Serve as a liaison between patients, physicians, research staff, and external institutions
• Consent patients to designated laboratory protocols and complete documentation within the medical record • Respond to study-related inquiries and data queries in a timely and professional manner
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, clinical research coordinators, and other research team members
Operational Support
• Attend departmental, study, and research meetings as required
• Coordinate and assist with monitoring visits and study audits
• Provide cross-coverage and backup support for other research data coordinators as needed
• Perform additional duties as assigned
EDUCATION
WORK 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 University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is a world-renowned academic cancer center dedicated to eliminating cancer through exceptional patient care, innovative research, prevention, and education. Within the GI Medical Oncology department, research teams focus on advancing treatments and improving outcomes for patients with gastrointestinal cancers through clinical trials, translinary research, and collaborative scientific discovery.
The Coordinator, Research Data role supports the collection, management, and maintenance of clinical research data for assigned protocols within GI Medical Oncology. The Coordinator, Research Data works closely with physicians, research staff, and external institutions to ensure data accuracy, protocol compliance, and successful study execution. The Coordinator, Research Data also contributes to clinical trial operations, specimen tracking, and research documentation that support the mission of UT MD Anderson.
The ideal candidate will possess a bachelor's degree and previous experience in clinical research, healthcare, or data management, preferably within oncology or academic medicine. Preferred qualifications include experience managing research data from electronic medical records and clinical databases, knowledge of clinical trial processes and protocol compliance, familiarity with medical terminology, and demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary healthcare and research teams.
Minimum $21.15/hour - Midpoint $26.44/hour - Maximum $31.73/hour
The typical work schedule is Days | Onsite
Why Us?
At UT MD Anderson, this position plays a vital role in advancing clinical research that directly impacts patient care and future cancer treatments. Team members collaborate with leading physicians and researchers while developing expertise in clinical research operations, data management, regulatory compliance, and oncology studies. This role offers opportunities for professional growth while supporting a mission-driven organization focused on improving lives through research and innovation.
• 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
Research Data Management
• Develop, maintain, and update protocol-specific research databases
• Collect, abstract, and enter patient and study data from electronic health records, treatment records, charts, and external sources • Perform data review and quality assurance activities to ensure data integrity, accuracy, and completeness
• Generate and maintain protocol-related reports and tracking tools as required
Clinical Trial Support
• Assist with implementation and ongoing management of clinical research studies and protocols • Maintain protocol-related documentation, records, and workflow processes
• Request and obtain medical records and supporting documentation from outside healthcare institutions • Support specimen collection, tracking, and documentation according to protocol requirements
Coordination & Communication
• Serve as a liaison between patients, physicians, research staff, and external institutions
• Consent patients to designated laboratory protocols and complete documentation within the medical record • Respond to study-related inquiries and data queries in a timely and professional manner
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, clinical research coordinators, and other research team members
Operational Support
• Attend departmental, study, and research meetings as required
• Coordinate and assist with monitoring visits and study audits
• Provide cross-coverage and backup support for other research data coordinators as needed
• Perform additional duties as assigned
EDUCATION
- Required: High School Diploma or Equivalent
- Preferred: Bachelor's Degree
WORK EXPERIENCE
- Required: Two years Related experience or n
o experience required with preferred degree.
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: 183853
- Employment Status: Full-Time
- Employee Status: Regular
- Work Week: Days
- Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 44,000
- Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 55,000
- Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 66,000
- 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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