Research Coordinator I - Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences

Summary

This is a research coordinator I position supporting an investigator in the Baylor College of Medicine Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences. This position is to coordinate day to day activities of research protocols which include screening, enrollment, data collection, documentation, and ensure safety of research participants under the PI of Dr. Ricardo Jorge.

The ideal candidate will be expected to manage their time and workload efficiently among multiple projects. Position is responsible for implementing day-to-day tasks of multiple research protocols involving veterans with post-traumatic stress disorder, traumatic brain injury, and Gulf War Illness.

This role will manage and oversee data collection on multiple research projects for Dr. Jorge Ricardo. Multiple research grants will vary between BCM and MEDVAMC and will be expected to manage this workload efficiently.

Candidates should feel comfortable working with war veterans with post traumatic stress disorder, and traumatic injuries. Strong interpersonal communication skills is needed for this role.

Job Duties

Screen and recruit patients for research studies; compile lists of potential research subjects, in accordance with study objectives

Contact potential subjects to introduce and explain study objectives and protocol and to arrange interviews, either in person or by telephone

Obtain informed consent from participants

Prepare research materials including forms and questionnaires for patients

Collect medical history from patients and medical records

Administer questionnaires and neuropsychiatric assessments

Conduct face-to-face and/or telephone interviews with subjects, in accordance with interview protocol, data collection procedures and documentation standards

Maintain accurate patient records safeguarding the confidentiality of subjects

Perform data collection and entry, review and edit data to ensure completeness and accuracy of information; follow up with subjects to resolve problems or clarify data collected

Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

High School diploma or GED.

Three years of relevant experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a related field.

Familiarity working in a hospital setting

Experience working with patients in mental health settings

Knowledge of medical terminology

Critical thinking

Interviewing skills

Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer.