Senior Clinical Studies Coordinator - Thoracic Head and Neck Medical Oncology

Senior Coordinator, Clinical Studies

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is a leading institution focused on cancer care, research, education, and prevention. The Thoracic-Head & Neck Medical Oncology department conducts clinical and translational research aimed at advancing treatment options and improving outcomes for patients with thoracic and head and neck cancers. Through a robust portfolio of clinical trials, the department collaborates with investigators, sponsors, and multidisciplinary teams to support innovative oncology research.

The Senior Clinical Studies Coordinator plays a critical role in coordinating and managing clinical research protocols from study activation through study completion. The Senior Clinical Studies Coordinator supports Principal Investigators, research teams, and study sponsors by overseeing protocol operations, ensuring regulatory compliance, and facilitating the successful execution of clinical research activities. The Senior Clinical Studies Coordinator also provides leadership in study coordination, staff training, and quality oversight.

The ideal candidate will have experience coordinating complex clinical research studies, managing protocol operations, supporting multi-site research initiatives, conducting quality audits, and collaborating with investigators and study sponsors. Experience with clinical trial management, budget oversight, staff training, and research compliance is highly valued.

Days / Onsite / Houston, TX

Minimum Salary

$67,000

Midpoint Salary

$83,500

Salary Maximum

$100,000

Why Us?

This role offers the opportunity to contribute to innovative cancer research while working alongside leading investigators and multidisciplinary teams. The position provides exposure to clinical trial operations, protocol management, research leadership, and strategic project coordination, supporting professional growth and advancement within UT MD Anderson.

• 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

Clinical Study Coordination

• Perform protocol-specific tasks, including screening participants, ordering tests, collecting specimens, and documenting patient-reported responses under supervision.

• Coordinate and attend assigned study meetings and individual meetings with the Principal Investigator.

• Provide all study-related coordination necessary for multi-site grants and research initiatives.

• Support protocol implementation and ongoing study activities to ensure project objectives are met.

Study Management & Operations

• Oversee the effective operation of designated clinical research protocols.

• Collaborate with Principal Investigators and study sponsors to address operational and budget-related issues.

• Coordinate study deliverables, personnel issues, financial reconciliations, and budget projections.

• Develop, recommend, and implement clinical study revisions for Principal Investigator approval.

• Ensure protocol activities are completed in accordance with study requirements and timelines.

Research Administration & Reporting

• Assist in the collection and evaluation of data for abstracts, research reports, funding proposals, operational documents, and procedure manuals.

• Support the preparation and maintenance of research documentation and study-related materials.

• Coordinate submission and maintenance of protocols associated with multi-site grant activities.

• Monitor study progress and support achievement of established objectives.

Quality & Compliance

• Conduct periodic internal audits to ensure research activities comply with IRB-approved protocols.

• Review study operations to ensure compliance with grant specifications and protocol requirements.

• Identify and address operational issues that may impact study performance and compliance.

• Support continuous improvement of study processes and research operations.

Leadership & Training

• Train personnel responsible for specific functions or phases of assigned clinical research studies.

• Provide guidance and support to study staff involved in protocol activities.

• Assist with onboarding and education related to protocol-specific responsibilities.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION

• Required: Bachelor's Degree

• Preferred: Master's Degree Public Health or related scientific field.

WORK EXPERIENCE

• Required: Five years experience in research study or direct patient care obtained from nursing, data gathering or related field or Three

years Required experience with preferred degree.

• May substitute required education degree with additional years of equivalent experience on a one to one basis

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: 183778

• Employment Status: Full-Time

• Employee Status: Regular

• Work Week: Days

• Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 67,000

• Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 83,500

• Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 100,000

• FLSA: non-exempt and eligible for overtime pay

• Fund Type: Soft

• Work Location: Onsite

• Pivotal Position: No

• Referral Bonus Available?: No

• Relocation Assistance Available?: No

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