Research Specialist I

Agency

Department

Location: This position will report to IBT located in downtown Houston, Texas. The employee will be located at a Non TAMU private clinical office in Corpus Christi.

Schedule: May have to work on the weekends and/or after normal hours

Travel: May travel as required

Please note: This position is grant funded; future employment may be contingent upon future funding.  

Responsibilities:
Data Analysis and Testing

• Compiles and reviews data and metadata.

• Collects samples and measurements for experiments.

• Implements and maintains data collection and summarization of clinical trials.

• Computes projections.

• Performs analysis and tests.

• Makes and records observations and scientific measurements.

• Assist with collection, processing, shipping, and tracking of research specimens.

• Assist in preparing for sponsor monitoring visits, audits, and inspections.

• Track enrollment, follow-up, and protocol compliance.

• Maintain HIPAA compliance and participant confidentiality.

• Screen potential participants for eligibility according to study protocols.

• Schedule participant visits and study-related appointments.

• Assist with participant recruitment and retention

• Enter study data into electronic databases and EMRs.

Research Publications

• Utilizes summarized results in scientific and/or clientele-oriented publications.

• Prepares and writes proposals to funding agencies and maintains financial accounts related to research projects.

• Prepare study materials and participant packets.

• Maintain research records, regulatory binders, and study documentation.

• Executes assigned protocols in accordance with research-governing entity requirements, including but not limited to Sponsor, FDA, and IRB requirements

Training

• Trains undergraduate and/or graduate students and other laboratory, technical or clinical staff involved in research.

• Develops and maintains training materials for external users.

Purchasing

• Monitors and tracks all lab-related supplies and inventory levels.

• Purchases lab supplies, equipment, and services for the project.

• Assists with Rural Oncology Grant invoice processing based on the sub-awardee needs.

Qualifications:

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Four years of related experience in a specialized and relevant field of research. 

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a physician practice, hospital, oncology clinic, or other healthcare environment

• Experience with electronic data capture (EDC) systems and regulatory documentation

• Current CITI Human Subjects Protection (HSP) training certification or equivalent, or the ability to obtain certification upon hire

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.

• Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentation applications.

• Interpersonal and communication skills.

• Planning and organization skills.

• Familiarity with appropriate laboratory and/or technical equipment.

• Ability to effectively utilize a computer and applicable software.

• Attention to detail.

• Knowledge of FDA regulations, Good Clinical Practice (GCP), HIPAA, and human subject protections.

• Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite and electronic medical record (EMR) systems.

Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered, or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to pre-populate the online application. 

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.