Clinical Research Specialist

At Houston Methodist, the Clinical Research Specialist position is responsible for supporting multiple projects under supervision of Clinical Trial Manager which may include clinical research protocols, gathering patient data via methods specified in the study protocol, study reports. This position ensures accurate data collection, documentation organization, and safety of study volunteers.

Responsibilities

Supports multiple projects under supervision of Clinical Trial Manager, which may include clinical research protocols, gathering patient data via methods specified in the study protocol, and study reports; Ensures accurate data collection, documentation organization, and safety of study volunteers; Supports the inter-professional team of clinical research investigators, nurses and coordinators; Contributes towards improvement of department scores for employee engagement; Performs clinical research support functions as assigned by the clinical trial manager, including informed consent for non-interventional studies, data abstraction and recording in CRFs; Makes phone calls to study patients for appointment reminders and follow-up; Transports blood and tissue samples; Processes and packages lab samples for shipping to sponsor or storage at site per the study manual of operations; Completes required case report forms and resolves queries; Ensures accurate regulatory filing; Assists Clinical Trial Manager in identifying research workflow process improvement opportunities; Assures study conduct meets appropriate IRB, FDA, ICH and agency guidelines; Assists in simple data analysis and development of training materials for data reports; Leads and identifies opportunities for performance improvement

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a related field; Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job; Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language; Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers; Exhibits good listening skills; Ability to work independently and analyze and solve problems; Demonstrates the ability to manage clinical and interpersonal situations; Able to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects; Self-motivated with the ability to think critically and work independently

Nice to have

Bachelor's Degree in a Health-Science related field preferred; One year experience in healthcare setting preferred; Research setting preferred