Coordinator, Clinical Studies - Lymphoma-Myeloma

Clinical Studies Coordinator - Lymphoma-Myeloma

The Clinical Studies Coordinator role within the Lymphoma-Myeloma Department in the Cancer Medicine Division supports complex clinical research activities focused on advancing cancer treatment. The Clinical Studies Coordinator provides both administrative and patient care services to ensure the effective coordination and execution of clinical trials, including advanced cellular therapy studies such as CAR T-cell trials, while working closely with multidisciplinary clinical and research teams.

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is a leading institution focused on cancer care, research, education, and prevention. The Clinical Studies Coordinator contributes directly to UT MD Anderson's mission by supporting high-quality clinical research that integrates patient care and scientific discovery. Through collaboration, data integrity, and patient-centered coordination, the Clinical Studies Coordinator helps advance innovative therapies and improve outcomes for patients with cancer.

The ideal candidate for the Clinical Studies Coordinator role holds a Bachelor's degree with a preference for a Master's degree in Public Health or a related scientific field, brings research study or direct patient care experience, and demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills. Experience in clinical research coordination, data collection, and collaboration with multidisciplinary healthcare teams is highly valued, along with the ability to manage protocol-driven activities and regulatory documentation in a fast-paced clinical environment.

Salary Range (Hourly Equivalent):
Minimum $27.64 | Midpoint $34.62 | Maximum $41.59 based on a 40-hour work week.

Work Location:

Hybrid Onsite/Remote

This role offers the opportunity to contribute directly to meaningful clinical research that improves patient outcomes and experiences for individuals with advanced cancer. UT MD Anderson fosters a collaborative and mission-driven environment where employees can expand their expertise in clinical research, engage with multidisciplinary teams, and support innovative, patient-centered care initiatives while maintaining a strong work-life balance.

• Employer-paid medical coverage starting day one for employees working 30+ hours/week, plus optional group dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Accruals for PTO and Extended Illness Bank, plus paid holidays, wellness, childcare, and other leave options.
• Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service and access to extensive wellness, fitness, and employee resource groups.
• Defined-benefit pension through the Teachers Retirement System, voluntary retirement plans, and employer-paid life and reduced salary protection programs.

• Screen and accurately identify eligible patients using electronic health records and other data sources
• Contact eligible participants primarily in-person, with some phone and electronic outreach
• Recruit participants and explain study purpose, procedures, and expectations
• Obtain informed consent and document the process in the electronic medical record
• Complete required human subjects research documentation including screening logs, contact logs, consent forms, and on-study notes

• Collect study data by administering questionnaires and conducting protocol-required assessments in person, by phone, or electronically
• Administer validated patient-reported outcome tools according to protocol requirements
• Collect and enter data into case report forms (CRFs)
• Extract relevant patient data from electronic medical records
• Record all data and procedures in accordance with source documentation guidelines

• Track study participants throughout enrollment and maintain accurate enrollment records
• Maintain institutional, departmental, and protocol-specific databases (including OnCore)
• Enter study data accurately and in a timely manner and verify data quality
• Compile study data and generate reports as requested
• Provide data support for protocol, grant, abstract, and manuscript submissions

• Create and maintain protocol agendas, meeting minutes, and standard operating procedures
• Coordinate study meetings and provide weekly updates to Principal Investigator, manager, and research team
• Order equipment, gift cards, and required research materials
• Serve as liaison among Principal Investigator, participants, research team, and collaborators
• Assist with regulatory submissions including Institutional Review Board applications, amendments, continuing reviews, and audits
• Coordinate outgoing reports and correspondence with sponsors and regulatory agencies
  
  Organize and maintain study files, regulatory binders, and source documents
• Ensure compliance with institutional, state, and federal clinical research requirements

• Attend required trainings, staff…