Research Coordinator II/III - Neurology Mobile Stroke Unit (MSU) (Finance)
Full-time nonexempt position in Neurology. This position will support the Neurology Mobile Stroke Research Team located at 6410 Fannin Street, Houston, Texas 77030.
The Mobile Stroke Unit (MSU) brings the entire stroke treatment team to the patient. The MSU is a specialized ambulance equipped with a computed tomography (CT) scanner that allows team members to identify the type of stroke. It also includes equipment for performing blood tests and the clot-busting drug that can treat strokes. The MSU team include a critical care nurse, paramedic and CT technology expert - and together they communicate with a stroke neurologist to determine the treatment plan. By identifying strokes faster and starting treatment sooner, the MSU is saving precious minutes when a stroke patient is losing nearly half-a-million brain cells per second.
Responsibilities include:
-Understand the study protocol, including the objectives, design, and procedures.
-Assist in preparing and submitting required documents to regulatory agencies, such as IRBs (Institutional Review Boards) or ethics committees.
-Recruit suitable participants according to the study's inclusion and exclusion criteria.
-Conduct initial screenings and assessments to determine participant eligibility.
-Obtain and document informed consent from participants, ensuring they understand the study's risks, benefits, and procedures.
-Schedule and coordinate participant visits, ensuring that all necessary assessments, tests, and procedures are completed.
-Collect and manage data according to the study protocol, ensuring accuracy and consistency.
-Monitor and document any adverse events or side effects related to the new drug and report them as required.
-Act as a point of contact between the research team, participants, and any external parties.
-Maintain accurate and up-to-date records, including patient files, consent forms, and study documents.
-Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements and study protocols, and prepare for monitoring visits.
-Ensure that all study procedures are followed as per the protocol and SOPs .
-Verify the accuracy and completeness of data collected, and address any discrepancies or issues.
Position Summary:
Assists with the day-to-day administrative project management and may provide scientific direction for research projects of considerable scope and complexity.
Position Key Accountabilities:
1. Provides day-to-day project management coordination for research projects to include personnel, facilities, supplies in support of research project desired outcomes, budgets, and timeliness.
2. Assists in the preparation of progress reports and grant proposals to both private foundations and governmental agencies; works closely with the Office of Sponsored Projects on the submission of grants.
3. Assists with the preparation of budgets, initiates re-budgeting requests based on needs of research staff, and authorizes expenditures for multiple projects. Attends research-planning meetings to assist in the preparation of budget drafts for departmental leadership approval.
4. Prepares annual progress reports and applications for various committees and ensures that all staff has received the proper training/attended the appropriate training courses.
5. Maintains confidential records of collected data, ensures accuracy and integrity of data. Data may include patient data and departmental programmatic data.
6. Prepares draft reports and communications for the departmental program/division leadership.
7. Interacts with representatives from state, federal, and private agencies regarding proposals and funded projects.
8. Provides work administrative direction and guidance to administrative staff personnel within department.
9. May review contracts and develop training.
10. Other duties as assigned.
Certification/Skills:
Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
Working knowledge of MS Office.
Minimum Education:
Bachelor's degree in a related field or relevant experience in lieu of education.
Minimum Experience:
Two (2) years of relevant experience. May substitute required experience with equivalent years of education beyond the minimum education requirement.
Physical Requirements:
Exerts up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds frequently and/or a negligible amount constantly to move objects.
Security Sensitive:
This job class may contain positions that are security sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of Texas Education Code ยง 51.215
Residency Requirement:
Employees must permanently reside and work in the State of Texas.
