Research Quality Coordinator - Cancer Network Research

SUMMARY
The primary purpose of the Research Quality Coordinator position is to support and facilitate institutional clinical research activities.
The ideal candidates will have three years of professional experience to include at least two years of Research experience, strong communication skills, written and verbal, and ability to problem solve. Certified Clinical Research Professional (CCRP) or Certified Clinical Research Coordinator (CCRC) and experience with Office 365, Team, and/or OneDrive is highly preferred.
JOB SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES
Data Management
Manage quality assurance and compliance with applicable data/regulatory requirements. Coordinate the development, utilization and maintenance of data in accordance with the needs and objectives of the department. Develop case report forms for accurate data collection after discussion with principal investigator. Ensure that data collection requested is appropriate after review of the protocol. Provide database training and development needs to research staff. Plan and implement educational in-services. Direct the day-to-day operation and use of databases for internal and external users. Applying knowledge of IRB, FDA, and other regulatory policies: review, interpret and validate data to assist monitors/auditors in conducting quality oversight.
Research Conduct
Oversee the start-up and conduct of minimal risk trials at Cancer Network sites with minimal assistance from leadership. Evaluates the quality of research in collaboration with the CRQS and assists in all aspects of program evaluation including regulatory management, participant registration and eligibility, protocol compliance, data capture, and reporting requirements.
Process Development
Working with internal and external research teams to refine and streamline our research processes for coordinating research in the Cancer Network. Develop process improvements, coordinate development and implementation of research policies, and ensure compliance related to institutional and departmental programs in conjunction with other members of the research team.
Educational Opportunities
Identify and conduct educational opportunities for Cancer Network Research based on contact with the sites for protocol start up. Utilizing institutional programs, develop research training modules specific to the identified challenges within the programs. Present the training materials in pre-established meetings or on a one to one basis with specific research staff. Maintain the training on Connect to ensure up to date information is being shared with the Cancer Network sites.
REQUIREMENTS
Education
Required: Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Healthcare Administration or related field.
Experience
Required: Three years of professional experience to include two years of clinical research or clinical patient care experience. Additional years of related experience and/or education may be substituted on a one to one basis.
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.htmlThree years of professional experience to include two years of clinical research or clinical patient care experience. Additional years of related experience and/or education may be substituted on a one to one basis.
Additional Information

• Employment Status: Full-Time
• Work Location: Remote (within Texas only)
• Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 54,500
• Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 68,000
• Work Week: Days
• Relocation Assistance Available?: No
• FLSA: exempt and not eligible for overtime pay
• Referral Bonus Available?: No
• Employee Status: Regular
• Science Jobs: No
• Fund Type: Hard
• Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 81,500
• Requisition ID: 159069
• Pivotal Position: No

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