Clinical Research Coordinator

Job Details

Open Date: 01/23/2026

Requisition Number: PRN
44091B

Job Title:

Clinical Research Coordinator

Working Title:

Clinical Research Coordinator
Career Progression Track: E
Track Level: FLSA Code – Administrative
Patient Sensitive Job Code? No
Standard Hours per Week: 40
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time

Shift: Day
Work Schedule

Summary:

weekdays. A hybrid working schedule is possible and options can be discussed; however, it is expected that the selected candidate will commit to a minimum of 3 days on-site.
VP Area: U of U Health - Academics
Department: 00264 - Urology

Location:

Campus
City:
Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment:
External Posting
Pay Rate Range: 39300 to 72700
Close Date: 04/27/2026
Priority Review Date:
Posting may close at any time

The Division of Urology within the Department of Surgery is seeking a professional, well-organized team player to fill the position of Clinical Research Coordinator.

• Assist with the operations of the Adult and Pediatric Urology clinical research programs, dividing efforts between the two divisions.
• Oversee research and administrative procedures; ensure compliance with hospital, state, federal and regulatory policies and procedures including patient consent (when applicable).
• Perform data acquisition and entry for prospective urology projects; help design, implement and direct research projects.
• Screen potential research participants and coordinate patient follow-up for enrolled subjects; obtain informed consent/assent from research subjects and/or parents/guardians.
• Develop and implement research quality control procedures including data collection and data management tools (e.g., case report forms, databases, data entry and cleaning systems) and ensure the accuracy and validity of data entered in databases.
• Assist in the creation, editing, and submission of IRB protocols; participate in aspects of grant submissions and reporting in consultation with Investigators and clinical trials officers.
• Demonstrate exceptional interpersonal, communication and analytical skills with good judgment in decision making as a leader. Proficiency in MS Office, Excel, and electronic databases is desirable.
• Work independently and as part of a team with self-initiation and the ability to function in a collaborative environment.

• Bachelor’s degree in a health sciences or related field or equivalency (one year of education 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 strong human relations and effective communication skills.
• Knowledge of Good Clinical Practices, FDA, HIPAA and IRB regulations; 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 may require two years related experience and a nationally recognized research compliance certification.
• Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description. A Bachelor’s or higher-level degree in Biology, Public Health, Biostatistics, Epidemiology, or a closely related field plus at least 3 years of clinical research experience may be required.

• Type:
  Benefited Staff

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This position may require a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
The University of Utah values candidates with experience working in diverse settings and a commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented communities.

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