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UT Health San Antonio · 1 day ago

Research Coordinator-Senior

San Antonio, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

UT Health San Antonio is responsible for planning, directing, and supervising complex administrative and fiscal functions of a unit directly engaged in research. The Research Coordinator-Senior will oversee the complete administrative research process, coordinate multiple research protocols and grant submissions, and ensure compliance with regulations.

EducationHealth CareHospitalMedicalProduct Research

Responsibilities

Responsible for the complete administrative research process for a defined group to include pre/post award activities and regular communications and meetings with faculty and staff

Coordinates multiple research protocols and grant submissions; monitors budgets, spending, purchasing and participant payments

May conduct literature searches and assist with publications

Prepares and submits regulatory documents to the Institutional Review Board to obtain and maintain approval for research studies

Monitors ongoing activities to ensure compliance with local, state & federal regulations

Coordinates educational sessions and journal review meetings; collaborates to provide education and proctor/mentorship opportunities; may oversee the activities of student associates

Maintains research subject files for each study and enters all subject data into research database

Performs all other duties as assigned

Qualification

Grant administrationResearch coordinationData collectionElectronic health recordsMicrosoft OfficeTechnical writingCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsNegotiating skills

Required

Demonstrated knowledge in grant administration, research coordination, data collection, and/or facilitating the patient experience in research projects

Working knowledge with electronic health record systems and familiarity with medical terminology

Ability to coordinate the diverse components of the project by quality project planning, execution and change control to achieve required balance of time, cost and quality

Strong written and verbal communication skills to include the ability to generate high quality, technical writing and written/oral presentations

Proficient in using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and databases

Detail oriented with meticulous planning, organizational and negotiating skills

Bachelor's Degree degree in a related field is required

Five (5) years of progressive experience in grant administration, research coordination, data collection, and/or facilitating the patient experience in research projects is required

Preferred

Biology/Health related degree

Benefits

Medical - UT SELECT Medical insurance is offered free for employees and administered by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas. Family members can be added to the plan through payroll deduction. Employees and their dependents can also receive discounted copays and coinsurance when using UT Health Physicians, a network of 800 premier physicians including more than 100 specialists. Employees receive $50,000 of group term life insurance and $50,000 of basic accidental death and dismemberment insurance for free, with options to purchase additional employee and dependent coverage for both at group rates.

Dental - Three dental insurance plan options are available for employees and their families through Delta Dental Insurance Company, two PPOs and one dental HMO plan. Both PPO plans allow employees to choose any licensed dentist.

Vision - Fully insured Vision Care benefits are offered by Superior Vision Services. Two vision plan options that offer either standard or enhanced vision benefits.

Disability - Employees can enroll in the Disability Insurance which provides income if a non-work related illness or injury prevents you from working.

FSAs - Employees can enroll in flexible spending accounts (FSAs) to set aside money from earnings before taxes for qualifying dependent day care expenses or out-of-pocket health care expenses.

Retirement - Employees are eligible for either the Teacher Retirement System (TRS) or the Optional Retirement Plan (ORP). TRS is a defined benefit retirement plan which UT Health matches employee contributions. ORP is for eligible faculty staff employees. Voluntary retirement programs are also available to invest before- or after-tax dollars with the choice of five quality retirement plan providers.

Time Off - A generous leave program offers multiple paid leave options: Front-loaded Paid Time Off: 128 to 208 hours (16 to 26 days) of Paid Time Off based on years of service, given at the start of each fiscal year. PTO may be prorated in year one based on date of hire. Extended Illness Bank: 8 hours (1 day) accrued per month which can be used for illness or injury after one day of Paid Time Off is taken. Paid Family Leave: Up to 240 hours (6 weeks) to care for a spouse, child, or parent after 6 months of consecutive employment. Holidays: 12 set paid holidays each year.

Discounts - Employees enjoy a range of discounts on services, tickets, and gym membership.