Research Coordinator

An open, fully funded position for a Clinical Research Coordinator is available in the Glenn Biggs Institute for Alzheimer's & Neurodegenerative Diseases at the University of Texas Health San Antonio (UTHSA)

(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).). We are looking for an exceptional candidate with expertise in clinical research to join a collaborative team of clinicians, sponsors, and research team members conducting state-of-the art research on dementia.

The position provides opportunities to work with Investigators conducting research on dementia as part of the NIA-funded South Texas Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center. The candidate will work closely with investigators to coordinate activities for assigned clinical trials. Responsibilities include participant recruitment, obtaining informed consent, administering cognitive assessments, maintaining GCP-compliant documentation, processing and shipping biological specimens, data entry, protocol implementation, and quality control review.

This role requires regular communication with the Principal Investigator, clinical teams, study sponsors, and UT Health departments to ensure efficient and compliant study conduct. This position will be heavily embedded in our new Center for Brain Health as a liaison between research and clinical care.

The ideal candidate is self-motivated, detail-oriented, and able to work independently in a dynamic environment. A collaborative mindset, strong communication skills, and the ability to adapt within a growing research program are essential for success in this role.