The primary purpose of the Coordinator, Clinical Studies is to provide clinical evaluation, coordination, implementation, and monitoring of patients enrolled in phase I research protocols. Also serves as an effective point of contact regarding status and progress of phase I trials. Impacts clinical trials patients in designated protocols. Utilizes medical or clinical knowledge for supervised non-clinical patient interaction for the purposes of research data gathering and monitoring. Requires strict adherence to the policies and procedures of the institution. KEY FUNCTIONS Coordination of activities related to initiation and conduct of clinical trials. Coordination of regulatory correspondence on clinical research studies. Direct support to clinical trial research protocols. Assist the primary investigator in collection and evaluation of data. Collect or facilitate the collection of specimens as outlined in assigned protocols upon request. Other duties as assigned. The performance for all expected outcomes is measured by observation by supervisor, reports from physicians and co-workers, the accuracy and timeliness of work produced, and the demonstrated ability to effectively work under stress. The position also requires one to anticipate needs, to recognize situations requiring assistance and have the ability to refer or perform any necessary tasks, and to comprehend the goals of the program and take the initiative in making decisions and taking actions to further these goals. The above functions require the following abilities and skills: Read, interpret, and process large quantities of printed information. Ability to be clearly understood by verbal communication in face-to-face encounters and by telephone, read printed and written data, assimilate pertinent information in order to compose written correspondence. A strong command of the English language and be able to communicate well verbally and in writing. Must be able to understand verbal and written directions. Engage in a variety of telephone and face-to-face meetings related to pending and active projects on a daily basis. Respond and assist other employees and visitors, as required. Ability to organize focus on task is essential. Compare database and file material on an ongoing basis. Build and/or maintain simple Excel spreadsheets. Manually record data, by use of a computer and keyboard. Travel to and from different destinations, including inpatient and outpatient care areas. Maintain a satisfactory work environment by organizing and redistributing files, records, etc., requiring bending, stooping, reaching, lifting, etc. Education Required: Bachelor's degree. Preferred: Master's degree in Public Health, Healthcare Administration, or related scientific fields. Experience Required: Three years experience in area of research study or direct patient care obtained from nursing, data gathering or other related experience. May substitute required education degree with additional years of equivalent experience on a one to one basis. With preferred degree, one year of required experience. It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. More information here . J-18808-Ljbffr