Clinical Research Coordinator

The Population Sciences Research Infrastructure, Systems, and Management team has an immediate opening for a Clinical Research Coordinator within the Population Sciences Trials Office and Adapt team at Huntsman Cancer Institute. This role partners with Principal Investigators to support high-quality, ethical, and compliant research aimed at improving cancer outcomes and prevention, while overseeing study operations and regulatory requirements across investigator-initiated and sponsored projects. The position will specifically support the Hematologic Malignancies (Heme) Adapt program, contributing to research within a specialized disease center focused on hematologic cancers. The Population Sciences Research Infrastructure, Systems, and Management team has an immediate opening for a Clinical Research Coordinator within the Population Sciences Trials Office and Adapt team at Huntsman Cancer Institute. This role partners with Principal Investigators to support high-quality, ethical, and compliant research aimed at improving cancer outcomes and prevention, while overseeing study operations and regulatory requirements across investigator-initiated and sponsored projects. The position will specifically support the Hematologic Malignancies (Heme) Adapt program, contributing to research within a specialized disease center focused on hematologic cancers. The Population Sciences Trials Office (PSTO)/Adapt supports Investigators conducting observational and behavioral intervention studies aimed at preventing cancer in different populations and/or at improving outcomes and the quality of life among those diagnosed with cancer. This coordinator will work with a collaborative team of study support staff under the direction of the PSTO/Adapt research manager to support the Principal Investigator's research objectives. Depending on study needs, employees may have a hybrid work schedule after completing a probationary period, working both remotely as well as on-site. Employees may need to provide their own home office space, internet connection, telephone, and can work independently. Huntsman Cancer Institute is committed to cancer prevention, care, and survivorship for all communities within the area we serve – which includes Idaho, Montana, Nevada, Utah, and Wyoming – with impact worldwide. Partnerships with individuals, communities, and many other entities are crucial to our work. Huntsman Cancer Institute values cancer-related health equity and inclusion as integral to our guiding principle to serve our patients and their communities, and our commitment to foster a culture of belonging for all within our organization. In your cover letter or during your interview process, we invite you to share how your professional experiences have prepared you to serve as a member of our team as we work to reduce the cancer burden experienced by all people and communities. This may include description of your prior experiences related to research, prevention, clinical care, community engagement/outreach, training, administration, or other areas relevant to Huntsman Cancer Institute's mission and this position. Responsibilities Providing back-up team coverage when needed. Support various projects related to this specific cancer type, Attend meetings and consult with the Hematology (Heme) Disease Center, and other research teams. Responsible for study maintenance Uphold institutional and departmental expectations and policies. Anticipate potential challenges and proactively seek solutions to avoid or mitigate existing and future problems. Study Operations Assists in study-specific training for junior staff members Oversees compliance to protocol; manages quality control, completion and submission of study related documentation; assist in preparation of reports for organizations and agencies. Oversee, assess and ensure participant safety and strict protocol implementation/adherence. Monitors enrollment goals and initiates strategies to promote enrollment and participant compliance. Coordinates and performs responsibilities related to research participants including determining subject population availability, developing informed consents and screening materials, screening and recruiting subjects, scheduling visits, obtaining informed consent, answering subject inquiries, overseeing study visits and acting as a liaison between participants and study-related parties. Represents the research program at meetings, national and international research consortia. Prepare for and coordinate site visits made by sponsors or federal agencies during course and at the close of the study. Contributes to developing educational materials and educates the community and other research professionals regarding studies and related research issues. Coordinates with referring physicians to provide information regarding available research projects and to maintain a strong referral basis. Develops and maintains patient databases, investigational logs and records of drugs administered, medical devices monitored and/or procedures followed. Assists the Principal Investigator in the development of study protocols. Primary contact with PM in cc for audits and monitor visits. Schedules and properly documents appointments, visits and meetings. Prepare for monitor and audit visits. Oversees two or more research studies in both an administrative and operational capacity. Coordinates technical and administrative details involved in research or clinical studies. Exposure to study the development of full study life-cycle from study start-up to closure. Take initiative in identifying and addressing knowledge gaps through self-directed learning, attending workshops, researching existing resources, and participating in relevant training programs. Responsible for ensuring project success in study maintenance phase. Proficient in all study coordinator duties. Finance Oncore calendar review Biller and Study Team EPIC review Regulatory Assist in protocol modifications. Cooperate with compliance efforts related to sponsored program administration and human research participant protection. Recognizes, tracks and reports adverse events and protocol deviations. Documents and reports all protocol deviations to program manager and/or senior clinical research coordinator, reconciles test article accountability at study close out and prepares summary report for sponsor. Supervision Report to the program manager and senior clinical research coordinator (if applicable) for study-related items and the clinical research manager. Onboarding Assist Sr. CRC in providing mentorship and onboarding to newly onboarded study coordinators The clinical research coordinator may be responsible for other duties as assigned. This job description is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job. Work Environment and Level of Frequency that may be required: Nearly Continuously: Office environment. Seldom: Infectious disease, oils (there is air or skin exposure to oils or other cutting fluids). Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required: Nearly Continuously: Hearing, listening, talking. Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking, standing, sitting. Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead. Minimum Qualifications Bachelors degree in a health sciences or related field or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience) with two years professional research experience and completion of University RATS Clinical Certification within one year of hire required. Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills also required. Knowledge of Good Clinical Practices, FDA, HIPAA and IRB regulations; an understanding of research procedures; and the ability to function independently is preferred. Departments may require IRB CITI Course or IATA DGR training within a specified timeframe. Departments may prefer a nursing degree for this position, which requires the incumbent to have two years related experience and possess a nationally recognized research compliance certification. This position is patient-sensitive and must fulfill all associated requirements. We protect our patients, coworkers and community by requiring all patient-sensitive employees to be immunized according to CDC standards and hospital policy. Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations. Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description. Preferences Experience with the IRB and ERICA Experience with EPIC and electronic data capture systems, like REDCap Experience in a health-care setting or health care certification. Ability to work as part of a team and also work independently. Comfortable engaging with study participants in person, by phone, and virtually. Special Instructions Requisition Number: PRN45594B Full Time or Part Time? Full Time Work Schedule Summary Department: 02059 - HCI Popul Sci Trials Office Location: Campus Pay Rate Range: 39300 to 60000 Close Date: 10/20/2026 Open Until Filled #J-18808-Ljbffr University of Utah