Research Coordinator I - Medicine - Infectious Disease
Baylor College of Medicine
Houston, TX
Job posting number: #7315680 (Ref:23261-en_US)
Posted: August 29, 2025
Job Description
Summary
We are seeking a highly motivated individual to serve as Research Coordinator I for multiple health services research and communication grants. Many of the projects are related to HIV prevention and care and/or health disparities. The ideal candidate will have knowledge of research methods commonly used in health services research (e.g., qualitative interviews and analysis, survey methods, etc.).
Job Duties
- Organize project team meetings (e.g., draft agendas, schedule meetings, send calendar invites, reserve rooms, ensure computer setup works, and start meetings on time, etc.)
- Submit and maintain IRB research protocols (e.g., protocols, renewals, amendments)
- Carry out compliance-related tasks (e.g., maintain records and regulatory forms, perform internal audits of regulatory documents)
- Advertise, screen, and recruit research participants. This includes meeting with community partners and organizations, distributing flyers, and drafting/sending emails about the study
- Explain processes and procedures to educate participants regarding the research
- Collect patient information; process documents and enter information into a computerized database or participant report form
- Schedule research participants and/or community members for interviews, surveys, and other activities specific to the research protocol. This includes checking participant interest forms and lists of potential participants daily during the recruitment phase, with timely contact/follow-up to schedule research-related activities
- Administer surveys online or in the field (e.g., clinics, neighborhoods, communities, public spaces, college campuses, etc.)
- Conduct literature and/or social media reviews (e.g., health promotion ads, videos) and assist in manuscript and grant preparation (e.g., prepare tables, format references)
- Order supplies and equipment
- Perform other job duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
- High School diploma or GED.
- Three years of relevant experience.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in a related field.No experience required with preferred degree.
- Strong organizational skills
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Must be able to work independently and proactively
- Must be able to meet project deadlines
- Must be proactive in following up on action items
- Must be able to work successfully as a member of an interdisciplinary teamthat includes staff, faculty, health care professionals, and national-level leaders
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skillsin written and spoken English
Work Authorization Requirement:
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout the duration of employment. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer.
Baylor College of Medicine fosters diversity among its students, trainees, faculty and staff as a prerequisite to accomplishing our institutional mission, and setting standards for excellence in training healthcare providers and biomedical scientists, promoting scientific innovation, and providing patient-centered care. - Diversity, respect, and inclusiveness create an environment that is conducive to academic excellence, and strengthens our institution by increasing talent, encouraging creativity, and ensuring a broader perspective. - Diversity helps position Baylor to reduce disparities in health and healthcare access and to better address the needs of the community we serve. - Baylor is committed to recruiting and retaining outstanding students, trainees, faculty and staff from diverse backgrounds by providing a welcoming, supportive learning environment for all members of the Baylor community.