Research Study Coordinator

University of the Incarnate Word

San Antonio, TX, USA

Published: 2/20/2026

Laboratory and Research

Full Time

Research Study Coordinator

UIW Mission

Position Summary
The Research Study Coordinator is responsible for the day-to-day coordination and management of a multi-year, school-based and clinic-based clinical research study conducted through the Rosenberg School of Optometry. The Research Study Coordinator reports to the Assistant Professor of Vision Science.

This is a grant-funded position with. Appointment duration is expected to be 12 months per year during study Years 1 and 2, and 9.6 months per year during study Years 3 through 5, contingent upon continued funding and satisfactory performance.

Essential Functions

Job Duties

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of informed consent processes, IRB requirements, and GCP standards.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary research environment.
Ability to use personal vehicle to travel to local schools and clinic sites; may occasionally use UIW vehicle.
Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures.
Employee shall adhere to all applicable rules and regulations of the University, the Conference, and the NCAA.

Required Education
Bachelor's Degree in Health Sciences, Public Health, Clinical Research, or a related field.

Required Work Experience
One (1) year of research experience in an academic, clinical, or laboratory setting.

Preferred Qualifications

Three (3) years of experience directly coordinating research studies.
Experience supporting federally funded grants (NIH, DoD, NSF).
Relevant certification such as CRC (Clinical Research Coordinator).
Prior experience coordinating clinical or human subjects research.
Experience with REDCap or similar electronic data capture systems.

Required Certifications, Licenses or Registrations
Must have a valid driver's license, driving record that is insurable by UIW insurance carrier, and be at least 21 years of age, as required to drive for UIW.

Work Hours
Monday through Friday 8am to 5pm with extended hours as needed to meet departmental goals.

Physical Demands

Ability to actively engage in program events for extended periods of time. Ability to regularly move about campus and event venues to actively engage participants and their families, as well as respective school points of contact.
Ability to lift up to 20lbs for of event materials, as well as reach overhead, bend, and squat to retrieve event materials.
Ability to push/pull event carts holding up to 35 lbs.

Posting Number: AS2225PO
Job Type: Full Time
Job Category: Administrator (exempt)
Desired Start Date: 03/16/2026
Position End Date (if temporary):
Reports To: Assistant Professor
Salary: $39,435 Annualized
Open Date: 02/18/2026
Close Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes

Special Instructions to Applicant
This is a grant-funded position. Appointment duration is expected to be 12 months per year during study Years 1 and 2, and 9.6 months per year during study Years 3 through 5, contingent upon continued funding and satisfactory performance.

To apply, visit https://jobs.uiw.edu/postings/30436

UIW is committed to a policy of equal opportunity in employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status, pregnancy, and religion (except in limited circumstances when religious preference is both permitted by law and deemed appropriate as a matter of University policy).