
Job Information
MD Anderson Cancer Center Research Data Coordinator - Leukemia in Houston, Texas
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 2021-2022 rankings. It is one of the nation's original three comprehensive cancer centers designated by the National Cancer Institute.
MD Anderson Cancer Center is a global leader in the treatment of blood cancers. The Leukemia department (https://www.mdanderson.org/research/departments-labs-institutes/departments-divisions/leukemia.html) is one of the most successful disease-specific cancer programs in the world, as well as one of the largest. As the largest medical academic department within the Cancer Medicine division, we have 29 clinical faculty and 20 research faculty.
KEY FUNCTIONS
Data Management
Assists the principal investigator in collection and evaluation of clinical research data
Abstracts and collects patient data from electronic health record and other relevant source documents
Demonstrates ability to gather information and determine the appropriate information to report
Enters research study data into paper or electronic case report forms (CRFs) or local data systems as required, in accordance * with protocol requirements and departmental timelines
Performs ongoing and concurrent review of data to ensure completeness and accuracy
Addresses data entry omissions or inconsistencies and amends errors in a timely manner
Provides data for study progress and patient safety reports, such as IRB continuing reviews and IND reports
Follows and adheres to department and sponsor guidelines to accomplish and complete daily work
Protocol Management
Under supervision of the principal investigator (PI) and research data supervisor/manager, assists the investigator in the overall conduction of assigned clinical trials
Participates in Site Initiation Visits (SIVs), conference calls and protocol meetings
Tracks and manages all relevant protocol paperwork and essential documents in accordance with sponsor requirements and institutional policies and procedures
Tracks protocol-required patient labs, tests, visits, and procedures through the electronic health record
Maintains knowledge of and assists in recording adverse events
Creates, maintains, and provides status reports to departmental contracts and budgets team members to help facilitate appropriate study payment
Provides coverage for other data coordinators, informs appropriate staff and arranges coverage for necessary functions when absent
Clinical Trials Coordination
Consults with principal investigator and other department personnel verbally or in writing regarding ongoing studies
Demonstrates excellent oral and written communication skills when contacting other institutions and agencies (i.e., NCI, pharmaceutical companies, sponsoring agencies, etc.) by phone, computer-generated reports and/or face to face
Prepares reports for the sponsoring agency, as specified by reporting requirements (e.g., monthly, quarterly, semiannually, and annually).
Coordinates and participates in monitoring visits and internal or external audits to ensure objectives are met
Coordinates with research staff to identify and address any study-related issues, including but not limited to inadequate or missing source documentation, adverse event reporting and protocol deviations or violations
Applies knowledge and experience when addressing study issues, gathering relevant information systematically and making sound decisions
Acts as a liaison with research team, caregivers, patients as well as other institutions and agencies and initiates, develops, and manages these relationships and networks
Works in situations involving uncertainty, shifting priorities and rapid change dealing constructively with mistakes and setbacks and demonstrating flexibility
Maintains a level of professional expertise and credibility through attendance at both institutional and outside continuing education programs
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: 159667
Employment Status: Full-Time
Employee Status: Regular
Work Week: Days
Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 34,500
Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 43,000
Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 51,500
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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