Senior Research Coordinator @ UTHealth Houston

Lab & Research (2)
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Lab & Research (2)

Under limited supervision, responsible for planning, directing, and supervising complex administrative and fiscal functions of a unit directly engaged in research. May lead or mentor lower level team members.

Demonstrated knowledge in grant administration, research coordination, data collection, and/or facilitating the patient experience in research projects.
Working knowledge with electronic health record systems and familiarity with medical terminology.
Ability to coordinate the diverse components of the project by quality project planning, execution and change control to achieve required balance of time, cost and quality.
Strong written and verbal communication skills to include the ability to generate high quality, technical writing and written/oral presentations.
Proficient in using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and databases.
Detail oriented with meticulous planning, organizational and negotiating skills.

EDUCATION:

Bachelor's Degree degree in a related field is required.

EXPERIENCE:

Five (5) years of progressive experience in grant administration, research coordination, data collection, and/or facilitating the patient experience in research projects is required.

Responsible for the complete administrative research process for a defined group to include pre/post award activities and regular communications and meetings with faculty and staff.
Coordinates multiple research protocols and grant submissions; monitors budgets, spending, purchasing and participant payments.
May conduct literature searches and assist with publications.
Prepares and submits regulatory documents to the Institutional Review Board to obtain and maintain approval for research studies.
Monitors ongoing activities to ensure compliance with local, state & federal regulations.
Coordinates educational sessions and journal review meetings; collaborates to provide education and proctor/mentorship opportunities; may oversee the activities of student associates.
Maintains research subject files for each study and enters all subject data into research database.
Performs all other duties as assigned.