DetailsOpen Date 11/25/2024Requisition Number PRN40416BJob Title PS Clinical Research CoordWorking Title Clinical Research CoordJob Grade EFLSA Code AdministrativePatient Sensitive Job Code? YesStandard Hours per Week 40Full Time or Part Time? Part TimeShift DayWork Schedule SummaryVP Area U of U Health - AcademicsDepartment 00868 - Psychiatry - ResearchLocation CampusCity Salt Lake City, UTType of Recruitment External PostingPay Rate Range $49,000 - $55,000Close Date 12/25/2024Priority Review DateJob SummaryWe are searching for a reliable, detail-oriented, motivated, collaborative team member to assist with clinical studies of brain stimulation, depression, and substance use disorders. The research coordinator will work closely with the principal investigator, other research staff, industry sponsors, clinical staff, university administrators, and regulatory entities to ensure that all research activities are performed efficiently, ethically, and in accordance with federal and university regulations, policies, and guidelines. The ideal candidate will have excellent interpersonal, verbal, and writing skills; experience with human-subjects research; a bachelor degree or equivalent; and a strong interest in creating new knowledge that will ultimately improve treatment and prevention of neuropsychiatric disorders.ResponsibilitiesEssential Functions:
Attend investigator and team meetings to manage the day-to-day activities of studies
Assist the principal investigator in developing protocols, data collection tools, and other study materials
Past experience with Research Electronic Data Capture (REDCap) software is desirable
Prepare applications, amendments, reports, and continuing review documents for the IRB , FDA , and other regulatory agencies
Establish and organize study files, including regulatory binders, participant folders, and study databases
Maintain up-to-date training, education, and certification as required by protocols
Schedule research meetings for the principal investigator and co-investigators
Work with research staff and clinical staff to screen and recruit potential participants
Schedule participants for study visits and manage incentive payments to subjects
Work with department administrators on financial reporting
Assist the principal investigator in collection of clinical data
Develop and maintain rapport with participants during longitudinal studies
Order any supplies or equipment needed for study activities
Minimum QualificationsBachelors 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.PreferencesPrefer a candidate with prior experience with clinical trials.Type Benefited StaffSpecial Instructions SummaryApplicants should submit a cover letter describing why they are specifically interested in this position.Additional InformationThe University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. 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.The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and 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 Affirmative Action ( OEO /AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.eduhttps://safety.utah.edu/safetyreport This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.