Clinical Research Associate - Center for Medical Ethics & Health Policy
Baylor College of Medicine
Hybrid within Greater Houston, TX
Job posting number: #7329906 (Ref:24859-en_US)
Posted: April 20, 2026
Job Description
Summary
The Center for Medical Ethics and Health Policy at Baylor College of Medicine is seeking a Clinical Research Associate for a non-laboratory research position. The individual hired will be responsible for providing research support on a research project related to bioethics and health policy.
Job Duties
- Work closely with the principal investigators to support day-to-day study activities and progress.
- Assist with analysis of qualitative interviews and data management.
- Manage development of a decision aid tool for patients and families considering pediatric deep brain stimulation by directing collaboration among investigators, vendors, and stakeholder groups.
- Conduct comprehensive literature searches and summarize information.
- Build reports based on findings for the research team and collaborators.
- Track project deliverables and ensure timely completion.
- Assist with document preparation and references for publications and new project proposals.
- Contribute to presentation preparation, such as pulling data and drafting slides.
- Assist the principal investigator with submission of new grant applications.
- Attend project meetings and maintain detailed summaries of meeting outcomes.
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree.
- Two years of relevant experience.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's degree in a related field.
- Experience or training related to neuroethics or the ethical, social, and legal implications of emerging technologies.
- Experience leading or contributing to scholarly papers and presentations.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Detail-oriented, self-motivated, efficient, with strong organizational skills.
- Demonstrated ability to accept work assignments flexibly, prioritize tasks effectively, understand processes, and resolve issues.
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.
