Research Coordinator III - Medicine - Epidemiology & Population Science

Summary

The Research Coordinator III supports investigators in the Department of Medicine in the Section of Epidemiology and Population Sciences. This role coordinates activities for several funded studies, including a national epidemiologic study focused on African American men with prostate cancer and a Houston-based study of Helicobacter pylori among households, including participant engagement, recruitment, biospecimen collection and community outreach. Responsibilities include managing day-to-day research operations such as screening, enrollment, and monitoring of study participants. The position ensures accurate data collection, regulatory compliance, and the safety and integrity of research participants.

Job Duties

• Coordinates participant recruitment and enrollment for epidemiologic research studies, including screening, interviewing, and obtaining informed consent while ensuring adherence to study protocols and regulatory requirements.
• Manages participant engagement throughout the study lifecycle by coordinating visits, conducting follow-up activities, administering study instruments, and supporting retention efforts.
• Oversees research data collection, documentation, and database management to ensure date quality, accuracy, and protocol compliance.
• Coordinates the collection, processing, tracking, and shipment of biological specimens, maintaining appropriate documentation and chain-of-custody records.
• Maintains study regulatory records and supports IRB submissions, continuing reviews, protocol amendments, and sponsor requirements.
• Facilitates day-to-day study operations, including scheduling, study supply management, and coordination of research activities across multiple stakeholders.
• Serves as a liaison among investigators, participants, consortium partners, and external collaborators to ensure effective communication and study execution.
• Represents the research team at national meetings and conferences, contributing to study-related presentations and collaboration efforts.
• Supports preparation and coordination of required study reports, including weekly, quarterly, and annual reporting to IRBs, state entities, and consortium leadership. 
• Coordinates participant engagement initiatives specific to a national, community-based epidemiologic study, including maintaining relationships with community partners and supporting outreach efforts targeting underrepresented populations. 
• Supports a multi-site research consortium by facilitating communication and coordination with external investigators, sites, and study leadership.
• Assists with development and implementation of study workflows to support high-volume participant tracking, retention, and data management. 
• Performs other job duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field. Four years of related experience may substitute for degree requirement.
• Two years of relevant experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with patient recruitment.
• Experience with Epic.
• Experience with REDCap.