Licensed Clinical Research Coordinator (Varying Levels); Cancer Center

Licensed Clinical Research Coordinator (Varying Levels); Cancer Center

Looking to make a meaningful impact every day? The Office of Clinical Research (OCR) at the University of Virginia Comprehensive Cancer Center is looking for Licensed Clinical Research Coordinators (CRC) to support the advancement of innovative cancer research. In this role, you will combine your clinical nursing expertise with research coordination to help bring new cancer therapies from study to standard of care by coordinating oncology clinical trials and working closely with patients, physicians, and multidisciplinary research teams. You'll play a key part in ensuring studies are conducted efficiently, ethically, and in full compliance with regulatory and institutional standards. This is an excellent opportunity for detail-oriented, collaborative professionals who are passionate about high-quality research and motivated to contribute to work that improves and extends patients' lives.

What You'll Do

• Recruit, screen, consent, and enroll participants across multiple cancer clinical trials
• Build trusted relationships with study participants through phone and in-person interactions
• Coordinate study visits and collect high-quality data at each visit
• Maintain accurate documentation, logs, and study materials
• Process, prepare, and ship laboratory specimens
• Track adverse events and ensure protocol compliance
• Collaborate closely with investigators and the research team to keep studies on track
• Integrate nursing skills into clinical research activities

What You'll Bring

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• A problem-solver mindset and comfort juggling multiple priorities
• Clear, compassionate communication (written and verbal)
• The ability to learn quickly and adapt in a fast-paced research environment
• A collaborative, team-first approach to your work

Why You'll Love This Role

• Make a real impact in cancer research and patient care
• Join a mission-driven team at a top academic medical center
• Grow your clinical research career with support and mentorship
• Work in a role that blends science, organization, and meaningful human connection

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Licensure Requirement: MUST be licensed to Practice in Clinical Profession such as (but not limited to):

• Registered Nurse
• Athletic Training
• Pharmacology
• Medical Technology
• Physical Therapy
• Registered Respiratory Therapy

CRC 1 licensed* Education: Bachelor's Degree Required or equivalent combination of experience, education and or certifications. Nursing Diploma may substitute for Degree for Licensed Registered Nurse. Experience: None.

CRC 2 licensed* Education: Bachelor's Degree Required or equivalent combination of experience, education and or certifications. Nursing Diploma may substitute for Degree for Licensed Registered Nurse. Experience: At least one year of clinical research experience.

CRC 3 licensed* Education: Bachelor's Degree Required or equivalent combination of experience, education and or certifications. Nursing Diploma may substitute for Degree for Licensed Registered Nurse. Experience: A minimum of 3 years of clinical research experience required. Master's or advanced degree may substitute for 1 year of clinical research experience. Clinical Research Coordinator (CCRC) and/or Certified Clinical Research Professional (CCRP) is required within one year of hire.

CRC 4 licensed* Education: Bachelor's Degree Required or equivalent combination of experience, education and or certifications. Nursing Diploma may substitute for Degree for Licensed Registered Nurse. Experience: At least seven years of clinical research experience demonstrating progressive levels of responsibility and complexity of work. Master's or other advanced degree may substitute for one year of clinical research experience. Clinical Research Coordinator (CCRC) and/or Certified Clinical Research Professional (CCRP) is required within one year of hire.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS This is primarily a sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers. The job does occasionally require traveling some distance to attend meetings, and programs. Salary will be commensurate with education, experience, and job level. CRC 1, licensed positions (within the department) typically start over $32/hour. This is a benefited position.

This is a restricted position, which is dependent on funding and is contingent upon funding availability. This position is based in Charlottesville, VA, and must be performed fully on-site. This evergreen job posting is used to build a talent pool for the Licensed Clinical Research Coordinator (Varying Levels) job family. Positions may open periodically within the Cancer Center, and applications to this pool will be reviewed on a recurring basis.

Key Information

• This is not a posting for a single, immediate vacancy.
• Applicants may be considered for any CRC role for which they meet the minimum qualifications.
• Applications remain active for a limited time and are reviewed and dispositioned quarterly.
• If you need to update your application, please visit your Applicant Profile and edit any relevant saved information, or contact the supporting recruiter listed for this requisition.
• Candidates who are still interested after a review cycle closes are encouraged to reapply to future evergreen postings.

Submitting an application indicates your interest in future Clinical Research Coordinator opportunities within the UVA School of Medicine Cancer Center. Additional Requirements Background checks, pre-employment health screenings, and drug screenings will be conducted on all new hires prior to employment. This position will not consider candidates who require immigration sponsorship now or in the future.

How to Apply Please apply online, by searching for requisition number R0081542. Complete an application with the following documents:

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Upload all materials into the resume submission field. You can submit multiple documents into this one field or combine them into one PDF. Applications without all required documents will not receive full consideration. Internal applicants: Search and apply for jobs on the UVA Internal Careers website.

Reference Check Process Reference checks will be completed by UVA's third-party partner, SkillSurvey, during the final phase of the interview. Five references will be requested, with at least three responses required. Contact For questions about the application process, please contact Jeremy Brofft, Senior Academic Recruiter at View email address on click.appcast.io.

Job Profile J2090 - Clinical Research Coordinator 1, Licensed Career Stream and Level Clinical Professional-C1 The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA's commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.