Senior Research Coordinator - Biobank
Baylor College of Medicine
Houston, TX
Job posting number: #7325610 (Ref:24539-en_US)
Posted: March 24, 2026
Job Description
Summary
The Department of Pathology & Immunology at Baylor College of Medicine, in partnership with Texas Children’s Hospital, seeks a Sr. Research Coordinator. Texas Children’s Hospital has established a large pediatric biobank in which patient samples are collected, processed, and banked to support future multi-omic and translational research. We are seeking a Senior Research Coordinator to support the continued growth of this critical research resource. This position plays a central role in participant recruitment, consent, study coordination, regulatory oversight, and biospecimen logistics. The Senior Research Coordinator will work under the direction of Biobank leadership while exercising strong independent judgment in managing day-to-day responsibilities.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing, mission-driven team and contribute meaningfully to advancing pediatric research.
The ideal candidate is highly motivated, organized, detail-oriented, and able to think critically and work autonomously, while also collaborating effectively with investigators, clinical staff, laboratory personnel, and research partners across departments.
Job Duties
- Lead participant recruitment, screening, enrollment, informed consent, and scheduling activities in accordance with IRB-approved protocols and institutional policies. 20%
- Serve as a primary liaison between clinical teams, laboratory staff, and investigators to ensure timely and accurate specimen acquisition and associated clinical data capture. 10%
- Monitor protocol adherence and human subjects protections, including reporting and documentation of adverse events or unanticipated problems as required. 15%
- Oversee and coordinate the collection, entry, and quality review of research and participant data. May develop and maintain databases or participant charts. 15%
- Prepare and maintain regulatory documentation for IRB submissions, continuing reviews, amendments, and other internal and external oversight bodies. 20%
- Contribute to continuous process improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency, participant experience, and biobank scalability. 10%
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned in support of biobank operations and growth. 10%
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in a Basic Science or related field. Four years of related experience may substitute for degree requirement.
- Five years of relevant experience.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience obtaining informed consent and enrolling participants in research studies.
- Familiarity with REDCap, EPIC, and Microsoft Office applications.
- Prior experience with IRB submissions.
- Completion of CITI training or similar research compliance coursework.
- Supervisory or lead experience.
Work Authorization Requirement:
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout the duration of employment.
Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer.
Baylor College of Medicine fosters diversity among its students, trainees, faculty and staff as a prerequisite to accomplishing our institutional mission, and setting standards for excellence in training healthcare providers and biomedical scientists, promoting scientific innovation, and providing patient-centered care. - Diversity, respect, and inclusiveness create an environment that is conducive to academic excellence, and strengthens our institution by increasing talent, encouraging creativity, and ensuring a broader perspective. - Diversity helps position Baylor to reduce disparities in health and healthcare access and to better address the needs of the community we serve. - Baylor is committed to recruiting and retaining outstanding students, trainees, faculty and staff from diverse backgrounds by providing a welcoming, supportive learning environment for all members of the Baylor community.
