Research Data Coordinator - Sarcoma Medical Oncology
- Requisition #: 177777
- Department: Sarcoma Department
- Location: Houston, TX
- Posted Date: 3/3/2026
Seeking a Research Data Coordinator to join our Sarcoma Medical Oncology team. The Sarcoma Medical Oncology department (SMO) includes faculty and staff involved in patient care and in clinical, translational and basic research. Aiming to improve survival and quality of life, our team of highly specialized medical oncologists, physician-scientists, advanced practice nurses, physician assistants and research nurses treat patients with localized and/or metastatic sarcoma.
The ideal candidate will have experience working with data, working in a lab, working on low-risk studies, and/or patient consenting. The position will require at least 3 days a week on campus. The schedule is Monday - Friday days (8am-4:30pm; 7:30am-4pm)
MD Anderson offers employees:
• Paid employee medical benefits (zero premium) starting on first day for employees who work 30 or more hours per week.
• Group Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D and Disability coverage.
• Paid time off (PTO) and Extended Illness Bank (EIB) paid leave accruals.
• Paid institutional holidays, wellness leave, childcare leave, and other paid leave programs.
• Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service.
• Teachers Retirement System defined-benefit pension plan and two voluntary retirement plans.
• Employer paid life, AD&D and an illness-related reduced salary pay program.
• Extensive wellness, recognition, fitness, employee health programs and employee resource groups.
• Opportunities for professional growth through Career Development Center and Mentoring programs.
KEY FUNCTIONS
Assist in the coordination of data entry on all departmental clinical research studies:
• Complete forms and comply with institutional, state, and/or federal regulations to capture study participant data from study initiation through termination.
• Assist in coordinating and send outgoing material and correspondence to institutional, state, and/or federal agencies.
• Prepare reports for the sponsoring agency, as specified by reporting requirements.
• Inform sponsors and collaborators of data status of protocols at least monthly in formal departmental protocol review meetings.
Assist in the coordination of the protocol administration of all departmental and multidisciplinary clinical trials for thoracic and head and neck medical oncology:
• Assist in the coordination and administration of departmental clinical research protocols.
• Maintain and update departmental protocol reference materials.
• Assist in the preparation of scheduled status reports describing interim data, using the Patient Data Management System.
Assist in the development of and help maintain an organizational system to coordinate research meetings and research deadlines and inform department staff, as needed:
• Schedule research meetings and complete all related details, including obtaining equipment, making conference room reservations, and inviting appropriate speakers and collaborators.
• Assist in the coordination and preparation of a monthly update for departmental protocol review.
• Coordinate monitor schedule with PI, research nurse, investigational pharmacy, and regulatory.
Assist in the coordination of protocol submissions to meet institutional protocol deadlines and with meeting other departmental paperwork deadlines:
• Meet daily with the department coordinator or clinical research program coordinator to discuss current status of projects and to maintain a consistent dialog and united focus.
• Anticipate and meet deadlines for protocol and grant processing.
• Prompt staff to anticipate and meet deadlines for protocol processing.
Assist in data management, organization, and analysis of clinical research information:
• Maintain the ability to enter data in Redcap, Prometheus or CORE on an emergency basis.
• Assist physicians with data analysis, as needed.
• Assist in the research record archival process.
EDUCATION
Required: High School Diploma or Equivalent
Preferred: Bachelor's Degree
WORK EXPERIENCE
Required: 2 years Related experience. or no 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
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The ideal candidate will have experience working with data, working in a lab, working on low-risk studies, and/or patient consenting. The position will require at least 3 days a week on campus. The schedule is Monday - Friday days (8am-4:30pm; 7:30am-4pm)
MD Anderson offers employees:
• Paid employee medical benefits (zero premium) starting on first day for employees who work 30 or more hours per week.
• Group Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D and Disability coverage.
• Paid time off (PTO) and Extended Illness Bank (EIB) paid leave accruals.
• Paid institutional holidays, wellness leave, childcare leave, and other paid leave programs.
• Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service.
• Teachers Retirement System defined-benefit pension plan and two voluntary retirement plans.
• Employer paid life, AD&D and an illness-related reduced salary pay program.
• Extensive wellness, recognition, fitness, employee health programs and employee resource groups.
• Opportunities for professional growth through Career Development Center and Mentoring programs.
KEY FUNCTIONS
Assist in the coordination of data entry on all departmental clinical research studies:
• Complete forms and comply with institutional, state, and/or federal regulations to capture study participant data from study initiation through termination.
• Assist in coordinating and send outgoing material and correspondence to institutional, state, and/or federal agencies.
• Prepare reports for the sponsoring agency, as specified by reporting requirements.
• Inform sponsors and collaborators of data status of protocols at least monthly in formal departmental protocol review meetings.
Assist in the coordination of the protocol administration of all departmental and multidisciplinary clinical trials for thoracic and head and neck medical oncology:
• Assist in the coordination and administration of departmental clinical research protocols.
• Maintain and update departmental protocol reference materials.
• Assist in the preparation of scheduled status reports describing interim data, using the Patient Data Management System.
Assist in the development of and help maintain an organizational system to coordinate research meetings and research deadlines and inform department staff, as needed:
• Schedule research meetings and complete all related details, including obtaining equipment, making conference room reservations, and inviting appropriate speakers and collaborators.
• Assist in the coordination and preparation of a monthly update for departmental protocol review.
• Coordinate monitor schedule with PI, research nurse, investigational pharmacy, and regulatory.
Assist in the coordination of protocol submissions to meet institutional protocol deadlines and with meeting other departmental paperwork deadlines:
• Meet daily with the department coordinator or clinical research program coordinator to discuss current status of projects and to maintain a consistent dialog and united focus.
• Anticipate and meet deadlines for protocol and grant processing.
• Prompt staff to anticipate and meet deadlines for protocol processing.
Assist in data management, organization, and analysis of clinical research information:
• Maintain the ability to enter data in Redcap, Prometheus or CORE on an emergency basis.
• Assist physicians with data analysis, as needed.
• Assist in the research record archival process.
EDUCATION
Required: High School Diploma or Equivalent
Preferred: Bachelor's Degree
WORK EXPERIENCE
Required: 2 years Related experience. or no 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: 177777
- Employment Status: Full-Time
- Employee Status: Regular
- Work Week: Days
- Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 36,000
- Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 55,000
- 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
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