Clinical Research Coordinator

Intermountain Healthcare; Murray (UT); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Intermountain Healthcare is seeking an on-site Subject Matter Expert in clinical research to coordinate and manage studies across the Intermountain system. You will collaborate with investigators, leadership, and sponsors to ensure regulatory compliance and high-quality participant care in a patient-facing environment.

The role emphasizes mentoring Clinical Research Coordinators I, educating teams on protocols, and maintaining study documentation while adhering to SOPs and federal regulations.

Qualifications

• Experience in clinical research and GCP guidelines.
• Ability to work independently on complex studies.
• Strong critical thinking and attention to detail.
• Effective written and verbal communication.
• Experience with Microsoft Office and data entry.

Responsibilities

• Support various studies across the Intermountain system.
• Mentor Coordinators I on protocols and SOPs.
• Educate study teams about timelines and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with GCP and regulatory standards.
• Oversee sample collection and lab operations.
• Maintain accurate documentation and data entry.

Skills

Research protocols

Independent worker

Critical thinking

Detail-oriented

Verbal and written communication

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in clinical or life sciences

Job description

Job Description:This on-site position serves as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in clinical research and is responsible for the coordination and management of clinical studies at Intermountain Healthcare. Working in a patient-facing environment, this role collaborates closely with clinical investigators, physicians, department leadership, regulatory coordinators, sponsors, and other stakeholders to ensure the efficient execution of research studies, regulatory compliance, and high-quality participant care throughout the research process.Work ScheduleCore business hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.Essential FunctionsResearch Support: Support various research studies across the Intermountain system, working on complex or large projects with limited supervision, demonstrating high competency in clinical research.Mentorship: Provide support and mentorship to Clinical Research Coordinators I, reinforcing training and knowledge of study protocols and procedures.Education: Educate and disseminate information about research projects, communicating with study teams and physicians about protocols and timelines.Compliance: Utilize GCP guidelines for screening, assessing participant eligibility, conducting study procedures, data entry, and patient monitoring, and participate in oversight visits.Recruitment: Helps facilitate strategies for study recruitment, participant retention, and study execution, performing ongoing quality assurance and evaluations at study completion as requested.Information Management : Ensure compliance with best practices for transmitting patient information as required by study approvals and protocols, supporting study team and investigator adherence to GCP guidelines.Training: Complies with and trains clinical research coordinator 1 on basic techniques of clinical research coordination, FDA Good Clinical Practices (GCP), and clinical research Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), maintaining compliance with Intermountain policy, research sponsors, and Federal regulations.Laboratory Operations: Collect, process, maintain, and ship lab samples, demonstrating laboratory competency and compliance with SOPs.Performs other duties as assigned (e.g., data entry, expense tracking, patient chart reviews).May be required to take on-call assignments, work weekends and overtime.SkillsResearch ProtocolsIndependent worker and self-starterCritical thinking and decision makingDetail-orientedPersonableHighly organizedDocumentation\\Verbal and written communicationPatient informationClinical Information systemsClinical Research Coordinator I (pay range: $25.39-$40.00 in line with years of experience)Minimum QualificationsExperience in a role requiring the ability to demonstrate proficiency with Microsoft and database applications.Experience using laboratory protocol, systems, and documentation techniques.Demonstrated experience in a healthcare, academics or research related setting or research related setting working with patients.Clinical Research Coordinator II (pay range: $28.06-$44.20 in line with years of experience)Minimum QualificationsThree (3) years of experience in a clinical research role requiring use of laboratory protocol, systems and documentation techniques, detailed knowledge of human subject research regulations, strong demonstrated attention to detail and ability to adhere to policies and procedures.Demonstrated experience working in a collaborative team environment.Experience using word processing, spreadsheet, database, internet and e-mail and scheduling applications.Experience in a role requiring effective organizational skills; effective follow-through, and commitment to excellence, effective professional communication skills; Ability to communicate with others in a clear, understandable, and professional manner as well as strong interpersonal skills: Ability to work with personnel at all levels to gather information, communicate compliance requirements and handle complex issues within an often-sensitive political environment.Senior Clinical Research Coordinator (pay range: $31.01-$48.84 in line with years of experience)Minimum QualificationsExtensive professional experience in a clinical research role requiring use of laboratory protocol, systems and documentation techniques, detailed knowledge of human subject research regulations, strong demonstrated attention to detail and ability to adhere to policies and procedures. Demonstrated experience working in a collaborative team environment.Experience using word processing, spreadsheet, database, internet and e-mail and scheduling applications.Experience in a role requiring effective organizational skills; effective follow-through, and commitment to excellence, effective professional communication skills; Ability to communicate with others in a clear, understandable, and professional manner as well as strong interpersonal skills: Ability to work with personnel at all levels to gather information, communicate compliance requirements and handle complex issues within an often-sensitive political environment.Preferred QualificationsBachelor's Degree in a clinical or life science field, business, or healthcare operations. A Degree must be obtained through an accredited institution. Education is verified.Demonstrated professional experience in a clinical research role requiring use of laboratory protocol, systems and documentation techniques, detailed knowledge of human subject research regulations, strong demonstrated attention to detail and ability to adhere to policies and procedures.Experience in a healthcare or hospital setting.A multi-disciplinary knowledge of both health care and research.Expertise and/or experience in the clinical specialty or area of focus related to this research role (ie cardiology, pulmonary, oncology, women and newborn, etc.)Physical RequirementsOngoing need for employee to see, read and understand information, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify equipment and supplies.Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately.Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer use and typing for documenting patient care, accessing needed information, etc.Expected to bend, lift, and carry patient files, documents, equipment, and supplies.Remain sitting or standing for long periods of time while interacting with others or to perform work on a computer, telephone, or other equipment.For roles requiring driving: Expected to drive a vehicle which requires sitting, seeing and reading signs, traffic signals, and other vehicles.Location:Intermountain Health Intermountain Medical CenterWork City:MurrayWork State:UtahScheduled Weekly Hours:40The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.$25.39 - $40.00We care about your well-being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.By applying for a position with Intermountain, I acknowledge that I will comply with all applicable Intermountain policies and expectations. If applying for a remote or hybrid role, this includes remote work expectations related to confidentiality, information security, work schedules, conflicts of interest, and use of company equipment. I further acknowledge that outside employment or activities may not interfere with job responsibilities or create a conflict of interest with Intermountain. 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