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COORD RESEARCH DATABASE at H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center – Tampa, Florida

H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center
Tampa, Florida, 33612, United States
Posted on Oct 21, 2025
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About This Position

The NeuroOncology Program, led by Dr. Michael Vogelbaum, is seeking candidates for the full-time position of Coordinator for the Research Database. This vital position is about more than just reviewing and updating electronic medical records for research participants; it’s about interpreting essential reports, including pathology and radiology, and ensuring data abstraction, management, and quality assurance while upholding the sacred trust of patient privacy.

In this role, you will play a key part in supporting groundbreaking non-therapeutic studies conducted by Dr. Vogelbaum and other faculty members in the Program, contributing to a brighter future in cancer research.


Position Highlights:

  • Works collaboratively with Total Cancer Care Protocol (TCCP), Principal Investigators, clinical faculty/staff and study team to coordinate tasks related to completing data abstraction.
  • Supports a limited number of PI-initiated research projects for non- therapeutic research studies with minimal supervision as assigned.

The Ideal Candidate:

  • Must have experience in data abstraction, utilizes various sources such as data collection tools or subject’s medical records and enters into an electronic database system, while maintaining privacy and protecting PHI.
  • Must have experience in data management enters accurate data in a timely fashion, identifies data discrepancies, missing data and follows up with resolution.
  • Must have experience in general quality assurance and quality checks on the data such as proofing for data entry errors and maintaining accurate data.
  • Demonstrates an understanding of medical terminology, most specifically terms related to anatomy, physiology, oncology, pathology, radiology and cancer treatment modalities.
  • Must be comfortable talking to physicians and other health care professionals.
  • Must have the ability to plan, organize and coordinate multiple work assignments; develop and maintain effective work relationships.
  • Must have the ability to read, write, interpret and apply instructions to assigned activities.
  • Must have experience in the use of basic office equipment.

Responsibilities:

  • Perform data abstraction across a large research study portfolio for studies ranging in timelines with a growing team by accessing different technologies sources and tools.
  • Maintain high quality data by protecting patient privacy, performing quality checks within internal databases, completing quality audits and resolve all data queries from internal or external reviews.
  • Prepare data abstraction forms and databases in Redcap or keep current with assigned electronic data capture systems such as external sponsored systems.
  • Deliver strong customer experience by establishing expectations, timelines for deliverables, and proactively communicating with all customers.

Credentials and Qualifications:

  • High School Diploma/GED required. Associate degree is preferred.
  • A minimum of 1 year of experience in using data processing techniques, word processing software and typing required.
  • Experience using database software programs needed.
  • Must be able to interpret components of the medical record, including pathology, radiology, history and physical, operative and discharge reports.
  • Must be familiar with confidentiality requirements and be able to maintain security of subject data.
  • Good oral and written communication skills needed.
  • Must be comfortable talking to physicians and health care professionals.
  • Knowledge of medical terminology is helpful and preferred.

Moffitt Cancer Center is an NCI-designated comprehensive Cancer Center in Tampa, Florida. Tampa is an ideal choice for those seeking opportunities in a rapidly growing metropolitan city. With its vibrant economy and diverse culture, Tampa Bay offers a unique blend of urban sophistication and natural beauty. Join the many who have already discovered what makes Tampa one of the fastest-growing metropolitan cities in the US.

Moffitt Team Members are:

  • Eligible for an annual Team Member Incentive
  • Eligible for an annual Team Member Merit Increase
  • Have an Inclusive Benefits package - Health, Financial, & Lifestyle coverage

If you have the vision, passion, and dedication to contribute to our mission,

then we have a place for you.

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Tampa, Florida, 33612, United States
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