Coordinator, Research Data - Radiation Oncology Clinical Research Department

The Coordinator of Research Data supports the essential research functions within Radiation Oncology Clinical Research Department, ensuring accurate data collection, documentation, and study coordination. This role manages protocols, patient-related research data, and communication across clinical and research teams. As a Coordinator of Research Data, the position helps maintain consistency, compliance, and timely reporting throughout all study phases. MD Anderson Cancer Center is a leading institution focused on cancer care, research, education, and prevention. The Coordinator of Research Data contributes directly to this mission by supporting critical data systems, patient workflows, and research operations that advance scientific discovery.

The Coordinator of Research Data also collaborates with investigators, clinicians, external partners, and patients to ensure that study data and research activities are accurately documented and aligned with institutional requirements. With growing needs in research protocol management and data accuracy, the Coordinator of Research Data strengthens the foundation for high-quality research at MD Anderson.
Candidates who stand out typically bring a bachelor's degree, prior research or data-related experience, and strong communication capabilities for working with patients, families, external institutions, and clinical teams.

Minimum $21.15 - Midpoint $26.44 - Maximum $31.73

Why Us?
This role strengthens the research infrastructure that supports MD Anderson's mission to eliminate cancer, offering opportunities for professional growth, hands-on research exposure, and meaningful contributions to patient-centered studies-all within an environment that supports well-being and 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.

Responsibilities

Research Data Management

• Develop systems for controlling paper flow for protocols and hospital policies
• Maintain records of surgery and pathology information
• Develop and maintain databases for research data collection
• Complete data forms related to dosimetry, films, treatment records, surgery, and pathology
• Maintain schedules for timely submission of all grant data

Grant & Reporting Support

• Assist in preparing reports and information required for grant submissions
• Ensure timely and accurate delivery of supporting documentation

Patient & Study Coordination

• Control patient randomization for studies
• Ensure appropriate follow-up appointments
• Serve as liaison with patients, families, physicians, and other personnel

Study Site & Institutional Coordination

• Maintain communication with external institutions participating in studies
• Coordinate data and information across all study sites

Training & Orientation

• Orient facility personnel involved in study processes and requirements

EDUCATION

• Required: High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Preferred: Bachelor's Degree

WORK EXPERIENCE

• Required: 2 years Related experience. or
• Required: No experience required with preferred degree.
• Preferred: Previous research study experience strongly preferred

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, paid time off, retirement, tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition.

This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment.

It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state, or local laws unless such distinction is required by law.http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.html

Additional Information

• Requisition ID: 179466
• Employment Status: Full-Time
• Employee Status: Regular
• Work Week: Days
• Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 44,000
• Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 55,000
• Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 66,000
• FLSA: non-exempt and eligible for overtime pay
• Fund Type: Soft
• Work Location: Hybrid Onsite/Remote
• Pivotal Position: No
• Referral Bonus Available?: No
• Relocation Assistance Available?: No

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