Clinical Research Coordinator I, Neurological Surgery

Job Summary

Works under the direction of an Investigator(s) with general supervision, to coordinate research projects. This position primarily performs patient/participant coordination, however, may conduct data management in smaller departments on as needed basis. Collects and ensures quality control of clinical or basic research data in support of multiple and/or complex research studies.

About the Role

Position will work with neuroethics research and human brain-computer interface research in Neurological Surgery. Studies involve human participants with temporary/chronically implanted deep brain stimulation devices, stereotactic electro-encephalography/microelectrode arrays for neural recording/stimulation. Experiments provide personalized optimization strategies for brain stimulation/recording protocols to assist with mental disorders, sensory and motor disabilities. Will support participant recruitment, scheduling/communication, survey data collection/storage, organization of community outreach events/regulatory affairs.

Responsibilities

• Directly interacts with clinical research participants, as required, for the research study.
• Interacts via telephone, telehealth or in-person.
• Coverage of regulatory aspects of the trial including maintaining and developing regulatory information to comply with industry standards, University policies, FDA requirements or other hospital policies.
• Coverage of coordinating study procedures as per protocol.
• Screen, recruit, enroll and follow subjects according to protocol guidelines. May also assist with the consent process.
• Maintain and coordinate data collection information required for each study which may also include developing CRF's or data collection tools.
• Aid in developing and implementing research studies to include writing clinical research protocols.
• Conduct study procedures according to the protocol with proper training and check offs to maintain scope of work.
• Requires familiarity with research budgets to assist with or develop study budgets. May perform research billing activities, as needed, based on size of department (including linking patient calendars).
• Review research study protocols to ensure feasibility.
• Aid in developing website or other social media for marketing/recruiting of clinical research study.
• Maintain subject level documentation.

Requirements

• Directly interacts with or cares for patients; directly interacts with or cares for human-subjects research participants; regularly maintains, modifies, releases or similarly affects patient records (including patient financial records); or regularly maintains, modifies, releases or similarly affects human-subjects research records.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or higher degree in medical or science related field.
• Experience: 1 year of clinical research experience.
• May consider additional years of experience or advanced degree in lieu of education or experience, respectively.

Preferred

• ACRP or SOCRA certification.

Benefits

UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include: PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copayPaid Time Off, available day oneRetirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)Paid Parental Leave BenefitWellness programsTuition ReimbursementPublic Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified EmployerLearn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!

Security and EEO Statement

UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.