Summary

Pediatric Anesthesiology, Perioperative and Pain Medicine department of Baylor College of Medicine is seeking a Research Associate to join our team. This position performs complex research of an advanced nature under the general direction of the Principal Investigator. Typically requires a high-level of skills and expertise in the area of research specialty.

Job Duties

• Abstract and enter data.
• Build and maintain databases (via REDCap).
• Write and maintain standard operating procedures for study protocols.
• Ensure accurate data collection, documentation, organization and safety of research participants.
• May screen all new outpatients and inpatients for study enrollment.
• Enroll patient and control subjects.
• Obtain informed consent for appropriate studies.
• Scan, import, and file research consent forms into department files.
• Notify other research staff of patient enrollment, as needed.
• Ensure regulatory compliance for study protocols and informed consent process.
• Capture and enter subject data throughout enrollment, including during follow-up phase.
• Draft and review data for entry into annual meetings and conferences.
• Create, edit and print posters and media for annual meetings and conferences.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master's degree in Basic Science or a related field.  Experience in lieu of degree will not be accepted.
• Three years of relevant experience typically as a Research Assistant, Research Technician or Postdoctoral Fellow/Associate.

Preferred Qualifications

• A background in clinical trial coordination or clinical experience
• Strong attention to detail
• Familiarity with a variety of the research fields concepts, practices and procedures
• Demonstrated experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals