Welcome page Returning Candidate? Log back in! Clinical Research Specialist - ENT - Takashima Facility HMH Smith Job Locations US-TX-Houston Category Quality and Research Position Type Full-Time Department ENT - Takashima Shift 1st - Day Overview

At Houston Methodist, the Clinical Research Fellow position is responsible for performing clinical research of a complex nature; plans, executes and completes clinical research projects under the supervision/direction of an otolaryngology principal investigator. The Research Fellow will also have the opportunity to work closely with all faculty in the otolaryngology department. This position provides first-hand applied experiences in such topics as epidemiology, biostatistics, and biomedical ethics/regulation. The Research fellow will be involved in all stages of the medical academic process from project conception to publication. This research fellowship is geared toward medical students interested in applying into otolaryngology residency.

Houston Methodist Standard

PATIENT AGE GROUP(S) AND POPULATION(S) SERVED
Refer to departmental "Scope of Service" and "Provision of Care" plans, as applicable, for description of primary age groups and populations served by this job for the respective HM entity.

HOUSTON METHODIST EXPERIENCE EXPECTATIONS

Provide personalized care and service by consistently demonstrating our I CARE values:INTEGRITY: We are honest and ethical in all we say and do.COMPASSION: We embrace the whole person including emotional, ethical, physical, and spiritual needs.ACCOUNTABILITY: We hold ourselves accountable for all our actions.RESPECT: We treat every individual as a person of worth, dignity, and value.EXCELLENCE: We strive to be the best at what we do and a model for others to emulate.Practices the Caring and Serving ModelDelivers personalized service using HM Service StandardsProvides for exceptional patient/customer experiences by following our Standards of Practice of always using Positive Language (AIDET, Managing Up, Key Words)Intentionally collaborates with other healthcare professionals involved in patients/customers or employees' experiential journeys to ensure strong communication, ease of access to information, and a seamless experience.Involves patients (customers) in shift/handoff reports by enabling their participation in their plan of care as applicable to the given jobDisplays cultural humility, diversity, equity and inclusion principlesActively supports the organization's vision, fulfills the mission and abides by the I CARE values Responsibilities

PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Supports the inter-professional team of clinical research investigators, nurses and coordinators. Promotes a positive work environment and contributes to a dynamic, team-focused work unit that actively helps one other to achieve optimal department results.Conducts self in a manner that is congruent with cultural diversity, equity and inclusion principles. Contributes towards improvement of department scores for employee engagement, i.e. peer-to-peer accountability.

SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Performs clinical research support functions as assigned by the clinical trial manager including but not limited to informed consent for non-interventional studies, data abstraction and recording in CRFs.Makes phone calls to study patients for appointment reminders and follow-up.Transports blood and tissue samples. Processes and packages lab samples for shipping to sponsor or storage at site per the study manual of operations.

QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Completes required case report forms and resolves queries. Ensures accurate data collection, documentation organization, and safety of study volunteers. Ensures accurate regulatory filing.Assists Clinical Trial Manager in identifying opportunities research workflow process improvement, providing recommendations, and contributes to meeting department and hospital targets for quality and safety.

FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Assures study conduct meets appropriate IRB, FDA, ICH and agency guidelines.Utilizes resources with cost effectiveness and value creation in mind. Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively and prioritize daily tasks, assisting coworkers as needed.

GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Assist in simple data analysis, with development of training materials for data reports, systems and collection and report generation.Leads and identifies opportunities for performance improvement. Supports change initiatives and adapts to unexpected changes.Seeks opportunities to identify self-development needs and takes appropriate action. Ensures own career discussions occur with appropriate management. Completes and updates the My Development Plan on an on-going basis.

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; the employee will also perform other reasonably related business/job duties as assigned. Houston Methodist reserves the right to revise job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.

Qualifications

EDUCATION

Bachelor's degree in a related fieldBachelor's Degree in a Health-Science related field preferred

WORK EXPERIENCE

One year experience in healthcare setting preferredResearch setting preferred License/Certification

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - REQUIRED

N/A KSA/ Supplemental Data

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluationsSufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or securityAbility to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principlesExhibits good listening skillsAbility to work independently and analyze and solve problemsDemonstrates the ability to manage clinical and interpersonal situationsAble to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projectsSelf-motivated with the ability to think critically and work independently

SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

WORK ATTIRE

Uniform NoScrubs YesBusiness professional YesOther (department approved) No

ON-CALL*
*Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. DIsaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below.

On Call* No

TRAVEL**
**Travel specifications may vary by department**

May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area YesMay require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No Company Profile

Houston Methodist Research Institute was formed in 2004 to rapidly and efficiently translate discoveries made in the laboratory and the clinic into new diagnostics, therapies, and treatments. The research institute was created to provide the infrastructure and support for these endeavors, and to house the technology and resources needed to make innovative breakthroughs in important areas of human disease. A 540,000 square foot building dedicated to research, the research institute houses over 1,500 staff and trainees, 284 principal investigators and has more than 570 ongoing clinical trials.

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