Research Coordinator III - Pediatrics Pulmonary

About the Department

The Department of Pediatrics aims to provide the highest quality and cost-efficient medical care to infants, children, and adolescents; advance knowledge in biomedical, clinical, and behavioral science through research programs; and provide excellence and innovation in training the next generation of pediatricians and sub-specialists.

About the Role

Under minimal supervision, the Research Coordinator III will oversee and perform day-to-day clinical research activities, including participant recruitment, study coordination, data collection, and regulatory compliance. This individual will assist with operating and supporting specialized research equipment, work directly with study participants, and collaborate with investigators to ensure successful study execution.

Responsibilities

• Assists with human subjects research activities, including participant recruitment, informed consent, data collection through surveys, interviews, and observations, and ensuring all activities are conducted according to study protocols.
• Maintains confidential records of collected data, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and integrity of data, including human subject data and departmental programmatic data.
• Supports Data Management Sharing (DMS) plan.
• Finalizes annual progress reports and applications for various committees, ensuring proper training for all staff.
• Assists in the preparation of progress and annual reports, contracts, and grant proposals to funding agencies; works closely with the Office of Sponsored Projects on grant submissions.
• May assist with regulatory submissions (e.g., Institutional Review Board(s), FDA).
• Assists investigator with quantitative and qualitative data analysis, including statistical tests and the creation of figures, tables, and graphs.
• Helps prepare research papers, presentations, and reports, including manuscripts for publications and conferences.
• Prepares or assists in the preparation of budgets, initiates re-budgeting requests, and authorizes expenditures for multiple projects.
• Attends research planning meetings to prepare budget drafts for departmental leadership approval; reconciles and monitors invoices.
• Coordinates and responds to site monitoring visits, audits, and inspections.
• May be responsible for maintaining study materials (e.g., test kits, investigational drugs, and devices).
• May provide administrative direction, training, and guidance to study personnel within the department.
• May provide recommendations by identifying opportunities to enhance, re-terminate, or re-direct resources across research projects to ensure timely completion.
• Supports complex scheduling and logistical needs to meet project expectations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications

• Medical degree (MD or equivalent) or clinical training/background.
• Strong understanding of research protocols, regulatory requirements, and patient-facing research activities.
• Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish, with the ability to effectively communicate with diverse patient populations.
• Experience working with multidisciplinary clinical and research teams.

Requirements

• Completion of Human Research Subjects training.
• Demonstrated data management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Detailed oriented.
• Work may involve handling biohazardous, chemical, and radiological materials, as well as operating associated equipment. Required safety training and appropriate controls, including personal protective equipment, must be followed.
• Health Services Certified Clinical Research Professional (CCRP) by Society of Clinical Research Associates (SOCRA) preferred.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in a related field required; Master's Degree preferred.
• 5 years of relevant experience required.
• May substitute required education with equivalent years of experience beyond the minimum, and vice versa.

Physical Requirements

Exerts up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds frequently and/or a negligible amount constantly to move objects.

Benefits

• 100% paid medical premiums for full-time employees.
• Generous time off (holidays, preventative leave day, vacation, and sick time, totaling around 37-38 days per year).
• Vacation accrual increases with longevity.
• Longevity Pay (monthly payments after two years of service).
• Retirement/pension plan.
• Free financial and legal counseling.
• Free mental health counseling services.
• Gym membership discounts and access to wellness programs.
• Employee discounts (entertainment, car rentals, cell phones, etc.).
• Resources for child and elder care.

Additional Information

This position is security-sensitive pursuant to Texas Education Code 51.215 and Texas Government Code 411.094. Employees must permanently reside and work in the State of Texas.