Postdoctoral Associate

Summary

Postdoctoral Associates in Dr. Ivan Rosas's lab will perform duties associated with coordinating, implementing and balancing multiple research studies and projects. They will be accountable to deliver established goals, utilize good judgment, knowledge and skills in the area of expertise while maintaining expected quality standards. This position is for MD/PhD who will train for a career as a scientific professional.

The Postdoctoral Associate will support and manage Phase II–III clinical trials in the fields of pulmonary medicine, critical care, and sleep medicine. The Postdoctoral Associate will work closely with principal investigators, clinical coordinators, regulatory teams, and industry sponsors to ensure the successful execution of clinical studies. Responsibilities include study coordination, regulatory compliance, patient recruitment, data management, and operational oversight of clinical trials.

Baylor College of Medicine typically follows similar to the NIH stipulated stipend guidelines for Postdoctoral Associates.

Job Duties

• Clinical Trial Management
  • Assists in the design, implementation, and execution of Phase II–III clinical trials.
  • Coordinates day-to-day trial activities that includes screening, enrollment, and follow-up of participants.
  • Ensures studies that are conducted in compliance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP), IRB regulations, and sponsor requirements.
  • Maintains accurate study documentation, case report forms, and regulatory binders.
• Regulatory and Compliance
  • Prepares and submits IRB protocols, amendments, and continuing reviews.
  • Manages regulatory documentation that includes delegation logs, investigator brochures, and safety reporting.
  • Ensures adherence to FDA regulations and institutional policies.
• Patient Recruitment and Study Visits
  • Identifies and screens eligible patients from pulmonary clinics, ICU settings, and sleep medicine programs.
  • Coordinates study visits that includes clinical assessments, biospecimen collection, and study interventions.
  • Monitors participant safety and reports adverse events and protocol deviations.
• Data Management and Analysis
  • Oversees data collection and quality control using electronic data capture systems.
  • Coordinates with study teams to ensure accurate and complete clinical datasets.
  • Supports data monitoring and verification activities required by sponsors.
• Collaboration with Sponsors and CROs
  • Serves as liaison between the investigator team, sponsors, and contract research organizations (CROs).
  • Participates in site initiation visits, monitoring visits, and regulatory audits.
  • Assists with study timelines, operational milestones, and sponsor communications.
• Performs other job duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• MD or Ph.D. in Basic Science, Health Science, or a related field.
• No experience required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Be organized, self-motivated, be a good team player, works well under pressure, and able to multitask.