**About Us** Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well. Our Core Values are: + We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart. + We never settle by constantly striving for better. + We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve. + We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience. **Benefits** Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include: + Eligibility on day 1 for all benefits + Dollar-for-dollar 401(k) match, up to 5% + Debt-free tuition assistance, offering access to many no-cost and low-cost degrees, certificates and more + Immediate access to time off benefits At Baylor Scott & White Health, your well-being is our top priority. Note: Benefits may vary based on position type and/or level **Job Summary** The Research Project Coordinator I - Surgery plans, develops, implements, manages, and reports on a multidisciplinary research program. This position uses project management skills to ensure timely progress. It meets goals and priorities while complying with all rules, regulations, and funding constraints. **Essential Functions of the Role** + Works with team managers and others to define the strategic initiatives, scope, goals and timelines of the research program. + Draft and edit research abstracts and manuscripts. Manage manuscript submission and correspondence with journals. support research documentation and project coordination. + Prepares documents like the clinical protocol, investigator's brochure, case report forms, informed consent documents, and parts of an IND application. + Serves as the program's liaison with internal and external departments. Works with personnel involved in the program to resolve barriers. Uses project management skills to ensure the program progresses on time. + Fosters relationships with academia, pharmaceutical, and biotechnology industries. Maintains current relationships and establishes new ones to support program goals. + Designs and implements processes and procedures to ensure advancement of the program's strategic initiatives. + Provides guidance to program team members. Interacts regularly with the team to establish resource needs. Coordinates activities of operational areas and identifies deliverables and target due dates. + Organizes and conducts team meetings to ensure adherence to strategic initiatives, goals, budget and timelines. **Key Success Factors** + Proven written and oral communication skills. + Proven leadership skills in project management, including project management tools and techniques. + Exceptional computer skills, including Microsoft office, Excel and PowerPoint. + Ability to manage time reactive projects in order to meet deadlines. + Exceptional ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships. **Belonging Statement** We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported, and that our workforce should be reflective of the communities we serve. **QUALIFICATIONS** + EDUCATION - Bachelor's or 4 years of work experience above the minimum qualification + EXPERIENCE - 2 Years of Experience As a health care system committed to improving the health of those we serve, we are asking our employees to model the same behaviours that we promote to our patients. As of January 1, 2012, Baylor Scott & White Health no longer hires individuals who use nicotine products. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to ensuring a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.