Clinical Research Consent Writer - Clinical Trials Start-Up job at MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, TX

Title: Clinical Research Consent Writer - Clinical Trials Start-Up Location: Houston United States Job Description: Opportunity to join one of the world's most respected centers devoted exclusively to cancer patient care, research, education and prevention. The primary purpose of the Clinical Research Consent Writer is to edit reputed company informed consent documents attached to clinical/PBHSR/laboratory protocols submitted by MD Anderson faculty to the Office of Human Subjects Protections to maintain compliance with federal regulations and ensure the protection of human research subjects. The Clinical Research Consent Writer is responsible for editing informed consent documents to a sixth- to eighth-grade reading level, while remaining faithful to the meaning intended by the Principal Investigator and in compliance with federal regulations. Reorganization of the variable sections of the consent document is required to improve clarity, consistency, flow, and readability. 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Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service. Teachers Retirement System defined-benefit pension plan and two voluntary retirement plans. Employer paid life, AD&D and an illness-reputed company reduced salary pay program. Extensive wellness, recognition, fitness, employee health programs and employee resource groups. Opportunities for professional growth through Career Development Center and Mentoring programs. EDUCATION Required: Bachelor's degree in a reputed company field. EXPERIENCE Required: Two years of regulatory or editing experience. Preferred: Prior Experience in medical writing CERTIFICATION Preferred: Research certification (CCRP, CCRC, RAP, CIP) 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. 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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 reputed company, 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 Additional Information Requisition ID: 177054 Employment Status: Full-Time Employee Status: Regular Work Week: Day/Evening Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 68,500 Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 85,500 Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 102,500 FLSA: exempt and not eligible for overtime pay Fund Type: Soft Work Location: Remote Pivotal Position: No Referral Bonus Available?: Yes Relocation Assistance Available?: No #LI-Remote Apply tot his job Apply To this Job