Clinical Research Coord

Details Open Date 08/28/2026 Requisition Number PRN46042B Job Title PS Clinical Research Coord Working Title Clinical Research Coord Career Progression Track E Track Level FLSA Code Administrative Patient Sensitive Job Code? Yes Standard Hours per Week 40 Full Time or Part Time? Full Time Shift Day Work Schedule Summary VP Area U of U Health - Academics Department 00917 - Vascular Surgery Development Location Campus City Salt Lake City, UT Type of Recruitment External Posting Pay Rate Range 39300 to 72700 Close Date 11/28/2026 Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time) Job Summary The Division of Vascular Surgery at the University of Utah has an immediate opening for a Clinical research coordinator. This position desires a person with a strong background in clinical research. This position will: (1) assist in facilitating the conduct of clinical research by performing research duties for Vascular Surgeon Research Investigators; (2) coordinate technical and administrative details involved in both sponsor and physician-initiated clinical research studies; and (3) assist the Principal Investigator and study team in achieving study integrity and objectives through the successful implementation and completion of protocols and procedures; and (4) coordinate clinical trials involving the investigational use of medical devices and drugs, including studies conducted under IDE and IND requirements. Responsibilities Screen and recruit participants for clinical research studies. Fully understand the informed consent process and obtain informed consent from eligible study participants. Document the informed consent process. Write informed consent documents under the supervision of the study investigator. Attend and actively participate in study team meetings. Assume leadership roles within study teams. Schedule study visits and coordinate related facility and equipment availability. Assess research protocols for clarity and participant safety, review inclusion/exclusion criteria; clarify concerns and questions with Principal Investigator and sponsor. Collect and document clinical research data such as medical history and demographics; Maintain research documentation including status reports, progress notes, and participant logs to help ensure safety. Report and track adverse events (AEs). Reports serious AEs to PI, IRB and sponsor. Review and manage clinical research study databases. Educate staff regarding study procedures. Document all protocol deviations, reconcile test article accountability at study close out and prepare summary report for sponsor. Complete, audit, correct, and relay case report forms (CRFs) to sponsor. Assist with negotiating study contract budget and payment terms. Maintain documents as required by FDA , ICH , GCP , and IRB regulatory guidelines. Maintain contact with IRB and prepare and submit IRB documents. Ensure proper collection, processing and shipment of specimens. Help determine personnel required to complete trial and develop the timeline for trial completion. Review study related data to assure compliance with study protocol. Assist with the preparation, coordination, and facilitation of sponsor monitoring visits, including responding to follow-up items and supporting timely resolution of findings. 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 Demonstrated experience coordinating and/or managing clinical trials involving the investigational use of medical devices and drugs, including studies conducted under IDE and IND requirements. 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