Clinical Research Coord I

University of Florida; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 46,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Florida on the Main Campus in Gainesville is seeking a Clinical Research Coordinator I to support the Transplant Center's clinical trials, working with physicians, nurses, and staff to ensure protocol adherence and quality patient care.

You will screen subjects, obtain consent, collect baseline and follow-up data, prepare samples, and help develop methodologies while maintaining Good Clinical Practice and HIPAA compliance.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or allied health degree with one year of relevant experience.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate subject screening and consent under PI direction.
• Prepare and ship central lab samples per protocol.
• Collect baseline and follow-up data from medical records.
• Maintain HIPAA compliance and regulatory standards for protocols.
• Assist with protocol development and data analysis as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Research coordination

Patient data management

Time management

Education

Associate's degree

Job description

Clinical Research Coord I

Job No: 541103

Work Type: Full Time

Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)

Categories: Grant or Research Administration

Department: 29770100 - MD-Transplant Center - Admin

Job Description

Classification Title:
Clinical Research Coordinator I

Classification Minimum Requirements:Associate's degree or an allied health professional degree in an appropriate area and one year of relevant experience; or anequivalent combination of education and experience.

Seeking qualified candidates for a Clinical Research Coordinator I (CRC I) position within the Transplant Center, Department of Surgery, Division of Transplant Surgery under the direction of the Investigator. As part of an interdisciplinary health team, the incumbent will collaborate with other CRCs, physicians, nurses, and other key personnel in the department and clinic to ensure compliance with protocol requirements and satisfactory care for enrolled patients. The incumbent will also assist in the development of protocol methodologies and data collection.

Job duties include, but are not limited to:

• Coordination of Protocol Subjects & Data Collection
  • Perform subject screening and consent for clinical protocols under direction of the Principal Investigator (PI)
  • Serve as patient resource and educator for information regarding the study and/or clinical symptoms.
  • Prepare and ship central laboratory samples as per protocol requirements.
  • Collect baseline and follow-up data from the medical record.
  • Document findings in appropriate source records and case form reports.
  • Schedule and attend clinic appointments for patients as required by protocol.
  • Assist with operating room protocol requirements where appropriate.
• Coordination of Protocol Compliance
  • Maintain knowledge base of Good Clinical Practice Guidelines and Federal Code of Regulation regarding clinical trial conduct.
  • Coordinate and maintain HIPAA compliance for assigned studies.
  • Communicate with interdisciplinary health team in care of patients involved in research studies to ensure regulatory compliance.
  • Interact with local laboratories and diagnostic study centers to ensure clinical protocol requirements are complete for studies.
  • Coordinate efforts of Investigational Pharmacist and maintains site records for Good Clinical Practice and sponsor guidelines.
• Research Support
  • Assist medical and scientific partners to design protocol methodologies for basic science, preclinical studies, and clinical protocols.
  • Help with protocol development and endpoints to ensure statistical and clinical relevance of studies.
  • Assess clinical needs by performing literature review and discussion with faculty advisors within the Division.
  • Prepare and submit filings of protocols to the Investigational Review Board (IRB) and Animal Care Committees as needed.
  • Design Case Report Forms and Source Documents for clinical protocols where required.
  • Assist with grant development projects as needed for preclinical studies with the Division.
  • Assist with manuscript preparation and abstract submission for PIs.
  • Track the type of study services performed to ensure that they are compensated appropriately.
• Other duties as assigned.

Expected Salary

$46,000-$53,000

Required Qualifications

Associate's degree or an allied health professional degree in an appropriate area and one year of relevant experience; or anequivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred

• Excellent communication skills; must be able to communicate with patients and family participating in clinical trials.
• Experience as a research coordinator preferred.
• Experience with patient data and/or databases.
• Proficient time management skills and ability to successfully manage multiple studies.

Special Instructions to Applicants

In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter, resume, and 3 references with contact information.

Background Check Required

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

Health Assessment Required

Yes

Applications Close

06 September 2026

Our Commitment

The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the U.S. The University of Florida is a public institution and is subject to all requirements under Florida Sunshine and Public Record laws. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352-392- 2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800-955-8771 (TDD) or visit Accessibility at UF.