Shift: 9-5

Location: The Heart Hospital Baylor Plano Research Suite 500

JOB SUMMARY

The Research Project Coordinator 1 is responsible for planning, developing, implementing, managing and reporting on multiple aspects of a multidisciplinary research program. This position will use project management skills and tools to develop and implement strategies that ensure timely advancement of a proposed research program to meet intended goals and objectives while complying with all institutional, federal and state rules, regulations and funding constraints.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE ROLE

• Works with team leaders and others to define the strategic initiatives, scope, goals and timelines of the research program.
• Develops program budgets and ensures that budget requirements are met, including review of program-related contracts and approval of invoices within the program budget.
• Prepares supporting documents, including the clinical protocol, investigator's brochure, case report forms, informed consent documents and components of an IND application.
• Serves as the program's liaison with internal and external departments and personnel involved in, or contributing to, the program to resolve barriers to the advancement of the program's strategic initiatives. Uses project management skills to ensure that the program progresses according to established timelines.
• Fosters relationships with external entities, including academia, pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries; maintains current relationships and establishes new relationships with entities that can contribute to the objectives of the program.
• Designs and implements processes and procedures to ensure advancement of the program's strategic initiatives.
• Provides guidance to program team members and interacts regularly with the program team to determine resource needs, coordinate activities of operational areas and identify deliverables and target due dates.
• Organizes and conducts team meetings to ensure adherence to strategic initiatives, goals, budget and timelines.

KEY SUCCESS FACTORS

• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Proven leadership skills in project management, including project management tools and techniques.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft office, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Ability to manage time sensitive projects in order to meet deadlines.
• Strong ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.

BENEFITS

Our competitive benefits package includes the following

• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
• 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
• Tuition Reimbursement
• PTO accrual beginning Day 1

Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level
 

QUALIFICATIONS

• EDUCATION - Bachelor's
• EXPERIENCE - 2 Years of Experience

Ideal Candidate: Dedicated individual looking to expand knowledge and experience in the realm of clinical research. Must have excellent attention to detail, knowledge of clinical research processes and procedures. Works well with others and able to provide constructive criticism and training.

Any additional information: This role is intended to serve as a quality champion with-in the department. Tasked with organizing and overseeing quality review of all staff and assisting with training and onboarding efforts. Must be individually motivated, hard-working with focus on improving research practice with-in the department.