Research Coordinator

This posting is for research specialist/coordinators who are native Spanish speakers. The successful candidate will participate in a multi-site National Institute of Health (NIH)-)-sponsored research study evaluating cognitive changes in the Hispanic population in Houston. The study will include blood and imaging biomarkers. The coordinator will interact with local patient support and advocacy groups and participate in local outreach activities. The Nantz National Center research activities are integrated with clinical care, and all study procedures are conducted within the Houston Methodist Medical Center. Based on experience, participating in industry-sponsored clinical trials might be an option. Our team includes more than half a dozen research specialists/coordinators, five research nurses, and four principal investigators with federal, state, foundation, and clinical trial research support.

At Houston Methodist, the Research Specialist position is responsible for coordinating the day-to-day activities of research protocols and assessing and determining patient qualification for research studies. This position ensures accurate data collection, documentation, organization, and the safety of research participants.