Clinical Research Coordinator I, Center for Cellular Therapies and Cancer Immunology

WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?
With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the No. 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!

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.

UT Southwestern Medical Center's Center for Cellular Therapies and Cancer Immunology (CCTCI), within the Harold C. Simmons Comprehensive Cancer Center, seeks a Clinical Research Coordinator I (CRC I) to support the development and coordination of innovative clinical research initiatives focused on cancer immunology and novel cellular therapies. Working under the direction of clinical investigators with general supervision, the CRCI will support the Center's growing clinical research operations, including participant screening, recruitment and enrollment, scheduling and coordination of study visits, clinical data collection and management, regulatory documentation, and assisting with the development and implementation of standardized research workflows. The position will assist with study start-up activities, protocol development, participant follow-up, and maintenance of research documentation while supporting compliance with institutional policies and applicable research regulations.

The CRC I will collaborate with clinical investigators, research personnel, regulatory teams, and institutional partners across CCTCI and the Simmons Comprehensive Cancer Center to facilitate effective communication and coordination of multidisciplinary research activities. The position offers exposure to emerging cancer immunotherapies and cellular therapy research, as well as opportunities to contribute to scientific publications, conference abstracts, and other research dissemination activities as studies mature.

Ideal candidates demonstrate strong organizational and communication skills, attention to detail, clinical and scientific aptitude, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a collaborative research environment. Previous experience in oncology, immunology, cellular therapy, or clinical research is preferred. Candidates with relevant clinical experience, demonstrated research aptitude, and an interest in developing specialized expertise in cancer immunotherapy are also encouraged to apply.

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 coverage
• 100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay
• Paid Time Off, available day one
• Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
• Paid Parental Leave Benefit
• Wellness programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
• Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

Required

• Education
  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

• Licenses and Certifications
  (BLS) BASIC LIFE SUPPORT Licensure may be required based on research study protocols or affiliate location requirements.
  (CPRAED) CPR AED Licensure may be required based on research study protocols or affiliate location requirements.
  ACRP or SOCRA certification a plus
  

JOB DUTIES

• Directly interacts with clinical research participants, as required, for the research study. Interacts via telephone, telehealth or in-person.
• Coordinate regulatory aspects of the trial including maintaining and developing regulatory information to comply with industry standards, University policies, FDA requirements or other hospital policies
• Coordinate and schedule study procedures as per protocol. Approved study protocols which have order sets built may be pended by the non-licensed coordinator with oversight by PI.
• When outside of protocol, presents evidence and provides options (within scope of protocol) to PI.
• 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
• Assist 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).
• May review and abstract information from medical records for verification of eligibility for trials, as needed based on size of department.
• Monitors patient safety by reviewing records and ensuring appropriate reporting per protocol and HRPP standards.
• Review research study protocols to ensure feasibility
• Assist in developing website or other social media for marketing/recruiting of clinical research study
• Develop proficiency in the clinical trial management system, electronic medical record and other required data entry systems
• Maintain subject level documentation
• Duties performed may include one or more of the following core functions: a) Directly interacting with or caring for patients; b) Directly interacting with or caring for human-subjects research participants; c) Regularly maintaining, modifying, releasing or similarly affecting patient records (including patient financial records); or d) Regularly maintaining, modifying, releasing or similarly affecting human-subjects research records.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Work requires knowledge of basic and clinical research terminology, regulations, and procedures.
• Work requires strong computer skills (spreadsheets, databases, and interactive web-based software).
• Work requires ability to communicate effectively with various levels of internal and external contacts.
• Work requires ability to work with confidential information on daily basis
• Proactively works to maximize results of the team and organization
• Follows and understands the regulations for Protected Health Information (PHI)
• Work requires good communication skills.
• Work requires the ability to problem solve.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS

Working Conditions

• Clinical Setting
• Office Setting

Salary Information
Salary is commensurate with education, skills, and relevant experience.

SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT

Security
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.

EEO
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.