Research Coordinator/Therapist

Job Summary Provides assessment and treatment to patients in a clinical research study. Assists the Principal Investigator in achieving study integrity and objectives through the successful implementation and completion of protocols and procedures. Entry‑level Masters or Doctorate in Occupational Therapy or Physical Therapy. IRB CITI Course in the Protection of Human Research Subjects certificate must be obtained within six months of hire. Human relations and effective communication skills are also required. This position is patient‑sensitive and must fulfill all associated vaccination requirements, or be approved for an exemption, prior to the first day of work. 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. Incumbents are responsible for coordinating the daily operations of their assigned research team, coordinating the orderly and safe flow of the research project and maintaining adequate resources for the PI to accomplish their research objectives. Hourly salary: $50/hour for a maximum of $100/hour for a 2‑hour treatment session. Responsibilities Conduct patient evaluations and provide study‑related treatment interventions in accordance with approved study protocols, ensuring consistency, participant safety, and protocol adherence. Document all assessments, treatments, and participant responses accurately, and communicate relevant findings to the research team to support study implementation and data integrity. Ensure accurate documentation, maintain confidentiality of protected health information, and collaborate with investigators and study staff to facilitate efficient participant recruitment. Mileage will be reimbursed for work‑related travel (e.g., participant recruitment and outreach activities). Attend and participate in Investigator and staff meetings. Advise the team regarding specific study assignments and timelines. Determine length of visits and coordinate participant schedules with the study team. Report and track adverse events (AE). Report serious AEs to IRB and sponsor. Document all protocol deviations, reconcile test article accountability at study close‑out and prepare summary report for sponsor. Complete, audit, correct Case Report Forms (CRF), and relay CRFs to sponsor. May perform functions required of the Clinical Research Assistant as necessary. Minimum Qualifications EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT: 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience (Example: bachelor’s degree = 4 years of directly related work experience). Research Coordinator (Non‑R.N.), V: Requires a bachelor’s (or equivalency) + 10 years or a master’s (or equivalency) + 8 years of directly related work experience. Research Coordinator (Non‑R.N.), VI: Requires a bachelor’s (or equivalency) + 12 years or a master’s (or equivalency) + 10 years of directly related work experience. Research Coordinator (Non‑R.N.), VII: Requires a bachelor’s (or equivalency) + 14 years or a master’s (or equivalency) + 12 years of directly related work experience. Preferences Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities. Equal Opportunity Employer Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy‑related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at University of Utah Non‑Discrimination page. Online reports may be submitted at #J-18808-Ljbffr Utah