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Research Data Specialist - Lymphoma-Myeloma
Research Data Specialist - Lymphoma Myeloma
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is a leading institution focused on cancer care, research, education, and prevention. Within the Lymphoma-Myeloma Research department, the Research Data Specialist supports critical clinical research efforts by managing study data, coordinating research sample tracking, and ensuring protocol compliance across research activities. The Research Data Specialist plays an essential role in supporting investigators and study teams through accurate data collection, database management, and quality assurance activities.
UT MD Anderson collaborates with leading researchers, clinicians, and research professionals to advance scientific discovery and improve patient outcomes. The Research Data Specialist contributes to research excellence through data preparation, reporting, database development, and process improvement initiatives while supporting the integrity of clinical studies and research operations.
The ideal candidate for the Research Data Specialist role has a bachelor's degree in a scientific, public health, data-related, or healthcare field, with a Master of Public Health preferred. Experience working with REDCap databases, querying and analyzing large datasets, supporting clinical research operations, and performing database management activities is highly desirable. Candidates with advanced Microsoft Excel skills, strong organizational abilities, and experience supporting investigators through data preparation, quality assurance, presentations, abstracts, and publications will be well suited for this role.
Hourly Equivalent: Minimum $27.64 – Midpoint $34.62 – Maximum $41.59
Work Location: Hybrid
Why Us?
At UT MD Anderson, the Research Data Specialist contributes directly to advancing cancer research by supporting clinical studies, maintaining high-quality research data, and ensuring compliance with study protocols. This role offers opportunities to collaborate with leading researchers, develop expertise in clinical research operations and data management, support meaningful scientific discoveries, and participate in process improvement initiatives while benefiting from comprehensive rewards and work-life resources.
• 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
Project & Data Management
• Track protocol-related laboratory studies, disease response assessments, and research-related tests and procedures in accordance with study protocols and timelines
• Enter required study data into project and study databases while maintaining accuracy and completeness
• Respond to study monitor and sponsor queries in a timely manner
• Support Principal Investigators with clinical research activities and study-related data management needs
• Prepare research data for clinical trial presentations, abstracts, and publications as assigned
Research Sample Coordination & Tracking
• Coordinate the collection, handling, and tracking of research samples in accordance with study protocols and regulatory requirements
• Monitor sample workflows to ensure compliance with study-specific requirements
• Maintain accurate documentation and tracking records for research samples
• Compile and prepare reports summarizing sample results for investigators and study teams
Quality Assurance & Compliance
• Perform quality assurance activities related to sample collection processes
• Ensure research data and sample documentation are accurate, complete, and compliant with study requirements
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and participate in implementation activities
• Support protocol adherence and research data integrity initiatives across studies
Database Development & Reporting
• Participate in the development and modification of study databases
• Review study protocols to ensure appropriate data fields are incorporated into databases
• Align database design with study objectives and schedules of events
• Seek database development training to maintain current database knowledge and best practices
• Support reporting activities and provide data support for multiple investigators and research stakeholders
Stakeholder Support
• Support multiple investigators and research users with varying data requirements
• Understand stakeholder data needs and provide appropriate research data support
• Manage data access requests, variable tracking, and research data organization
• Query and analyze large datasets associated with approximately 12,000 research participants
• Utilize advanced Excel functions and reporting tools to identify trends and relationships within complex datasets
EDUCATION
- Required: Bachelor's Degree
- Preferred: Bachelor's degree in public health or Master's Degree
WORK EXPERIENCE
- Required: Two years Research study experience or no experience with preferred degree.
- Preferred - REDCap Databases, querying and analysis of large datasets, supporting clinical research operations and strong excel skills
- May substitute required education degree with additional years of equivalent experience.
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, paid time off, retirement, tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition.
This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment.
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.http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.html
