Clinical Research Coordinator IV, Department of Internal Medicine - Cardiology (Phoenix)

Clinical Research Coordinator IV, Department of Internal Medicine – Cardiology (Phoenix) The Department of Internal Medicine at The University of Arizona College of Medicine –Phoenix, invites candidates interested in a rapidly growing career as a Clinical Research Coordinator IV (CRC IV) within the Division of Cardiology. The selected individual will work under the supervision of the Director of Clinical Research, providing project coordination and support clinical research daily operations. Additionally, the CRC IV will ensure successful implementation of and adherence to clinical research protocols and national and local milestones regarding planning, administration, timeline management, enrollment, participant engagement, data collection, and reporting. This individual will also be involved in the clinical research activities of various divisions, mentoring junior coordinators and will have close interactions with faculty members leading these research activities. The CRC IV will demonstrate superior competence and knowledge in clinical research skills, problem-solving, priority setting and serve as a resource for others for all aspects of conducting a clinical trial for complex and multi-center trials. The ideal candidate must be knowledgeable in clinical and surgical settings. The work schedule for this position must be flexible enough to support research enrollment needs. Weekend coverage may be necessary at times to facilitate enrollment or manage enrolled participants in specialty studies. Visa sponsorship is not available for this positions. Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more! Duties & Responsibilities Study Start Up: Participate in evaluation of new clinical research protocol requests to assess feasibility of proposed study resource allocation and clinical needs. Serve as the primary resource to investigators, sponsors, clinical research staff and collaborators for clinical research conduct of complex and multi-center studies. Collaborate on planning, designing, and reviewing study specific budget and documentation needs, coordinator effort and hospital resources; establishing priorities and recommending schedules, timetables and costs. Assist compliance team with IRB submissions, amendments, and regulatory documents. Clinical Trial Coordination: Assists with protocol and budget review of potential sponsored projects related to departmental initiatives. Serve as liaison to sponsor/CRO for study start up and regulatory needs. Maintain source file for ongoing departmental clinical research activities to ensure progress with subject enrollments, data and reporting requirements. Coordinate patient screening, recruitment, consent, visit and procedure scheduling, patient monitoring and follow per protocol requirements. Collect and process specimens to meet study requirements per protocol. Coordinate and participate in monitor visits, audits, and quality reviews (internal and external) in a professional manner. Participate in local and national collaborative calls related to program operations. Ensure quality and timely submission of data across studies. Provide project reports and other documentation throughout the project life cycle. Proactively take initiative to ensure enrollment stays on track with the project timelines and develop additional recruitment strategies to ensure successful enrollment into the study. Oversight and Reporting: Maintenance and reporting of departmental study portfolios by PI and divisions. Oversight of study specific team tasks including accurate screening, enrollment processes, data collection and reporting. Identify and coordinate multidisciplinary team(s) to support coordinator needs and address challenges for study implementation in a timely manner. Facilitate completion of study team trainings, ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and billing processes. Provide guidance to research personnel and support staff; coach and mentor study team to build knowledge and skills; create learning opportunities for employees. Collaborations and Communications: Serve as liaison between COM-P clinical research administration, Banner hospital and community partners and mentors. Regular review of regulatory compliance and metrics reporting and alignment of departmental research efforts to those of the College. Periodic review and recommendations to update COM-P specific study related charges to ensure adequate coverage of ongoing resource costs. Ensure completion of investigator trainings, compliance reporting and evaluation. Timely identification of obstacles and potential solutions for successful success. Effective collaboration to ensure progress in enrollment milestones and study completion. Assist other members by educating, providing resources and consulting on difficult protocols or projects. Compliance and education: Responsible for ensuring compliance with federal regulations for human subject research, University policies, and Sponsor expectations as well as for continuing education relevant to their role. Maintaining current human subject research training, attending relevant educational seminars, and professional development in clinical research operations. Supports the orientation and training of new research team members, including faculty, residents/fellows, and other staff. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Skilled in troubleshooting and critical thinking to resolve issues in clinical research settings. Able to multitask and prioritize in high-pressure environments. Self-motivated with a strong ability to work independently. Flexible schedule to support patient enrollment and follow-up in critical care studies. Ability to handle complex or high-risk patient interactions with empathy and professionalism. Skilled in Leadership and Team Collaboration: Ability to train, mentor, and supervise junior coordinators and research assistants. Strong communication skills for collaborating with physicians, study sponsors, and other stakeholders. Time Management and Organizational Skills. This job posting reflects the general nature and level of work expected of the selected candidate(s). It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The institution reserves the right to amend or update this description as organizational priorities and institutional needs evolve. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree or equivalent advanced learning attained through professional level experience required. Eight (8) years of related work experience or equivalent combination of education and work experience required. Preferred Qualifications Master's Degree in Health Sciences or related field. Previous experience in clinical, academic research. Previous experience in Cardiology. Certified Clinical Research Professional (CCRP). 1-2 years previous supervisory experience. Bilingual in Spanish and English. Certified phlebotomist or previous medical assistant experience. Certification with SoCRA or ACRP. Demonstrated experience working within clinical/translational teams and project management. FLSA Exempt Full Time/Part Time Full Time Number of Hours Worked per Week 40 Job FTE 1.0 Work Calendar Fiscal Job Category Research Benefits Eligible Yes - Full Benefits Rate of Pay $65,687 - $85,393 Compensation Type salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE) Grade 9 Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity. The Grade Range represent a full range of career compensation growth over time. The university offers compensation growth opportunities within its career architecture. To learn more about compensation, please review our Applicant Compensation Guide and our Total Rewards Calculator . Career Stream and Level PC4 Job Family Clinical Research Job Function Research Type of criminal background check required: Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive) Number of Vacancies 1 Target Hire Date Expected End Date Contact Information for Candidates Office of Human Resources, Talent Acquisition View email address on click.appcast.io Open Date 7/31/2026 Open Until Filled Yes Documents Needed to Apply Resume and Cover Letter Notice of Availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act (Clery Act), each year the University of Arizona releases an Annual Security Report (ASR) for each of the University’s campuses.Thesereports disclose information including Clery crime statistics for the previous three calendar years and policies, procedures, and programs the University uses to keep students and employees safe, including how to report crimes or other emergencies and resources for crime victims. 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