Research Assistant I - Lymphoma Myeloma

Research Assistant I (Part-time) Lymphoma Myeloma

The Research Assistant I (Part-time) supports clinical research activities within the Lymphoma-Myeloma Department, part of the Cancer Medicine Division at MD Anderson Cancer Center. The Research Assistant I (Part-time) works closely with the Neelapu Lymphoma Clinical Research Team to assist with patient monitoring, protocol compliance, sample coordination, and research documentation in support of lymphoma and myeloma studies.
 

MD Anderson Cancer Center is a leading institution focused on cancer care, research, education, and prevention. The Research Assistant I (Part-time) contributes to this mission by supporting high-quality clinical research that advances innovative cancer treatments, while collaborating with physicians, research nurses, and study coordinators in a multidisciplinary environment. The Research Assistant I (Part-time) reports to the Program Manager and operates within established institutional and regulatory guidelines.
 

The ideal candidate will bring education and experience aligned with supporting clinical research activities in a healthcare or academic setting, with the ability to work collaboratively, manage detailed documentation, and interact professionally with patients and research staff. Familiarity with clinical protocols, data collection, and research systems is beneficial, along with a commitment to accuracy, accountability, and patient-centered research support.
 

Salary Range (20 hours/week): Minimum $19,750 – Midpoint $24,750 – Maximum $29,750

Why Us?
This role offers the opportunity to contribute directly to groundbreaking cancer research while supporting patient-centered clinical trials within a nationally recognized cancer center. The Research Assistant I (Part-time) plays a meaningful role in advancing MD Anderson’s mission while gaining valuable exposure to oncology research, multidisciplinary collaboration, and professional development in an academic medical environment that values learning, safety, and work-life balance.
• Employer-paid medical coverage starting day one for employees working 30+ hours/week, plus optional group dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Accruals for PTO and Extended Illness Bank, plus paid holidays, wellness, childcare, and other leave options.
• Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service and access to extensive wellness, fitness, and employee resource groups.
• Defined-benefit pension through the Teachers Retirement System, voluntary retirement plans, and employer-paid life and reduced salary protection programs.
 

Responsibilities
Clinical Research Support
• Assist in monitoring and evaluating patient responses to treatment protocols or research studies through verbal, written, and computerized reports.
• Gather required research data by interviewing patients and reviewing medical records.
• Grade toxicities and adverse reactions through patient interviews, medical record review, and communication with patients, family members, and local physicians.
• Report internal and external serious adverse events, as applicable, and follow up as required.
• Prepare and submit written or computerized reports of treatment responses and adverse events to research sponsors and the Institutional Review Board under guidance of the principal investigator and research nurse manager.
 

Protocol and Data Accuracy
• Verify accuracy of protocol-related data.
• Provide protocol guidance to Clinical Study and Research Data Coordinators.
 

Sample Management
• Coordinate collection of patient samples for pharmacokinetic, pharmacodynamic, and correlative laboratory studies.
• Assist with ensuring research samples are collected and processed in accordance with protocol requirements.
• Troubleshoot sample-related issues and help develop processes to reduce central laboratory queries.
 

Administrative and Regulatory Support
• File patient-specific correspondence and protocol-related forms within regulatory binders.
• Maintain REDCap records in collaboration with team members to ensure protocol compliance.
• Upload and manage patient and protocol documentation within REDCap.
• Assist with redacting patient documents for reporting purposes.
• Maintain patient trackers, metrics, and other requested documentation.