Clinical Research Coordinator I

University of Kentucky; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kentucky's Ophthalmology Department is hiring a Clinical Research Coordinator I to enhance clinical research operations. The role includes overseeing clinical studies, ensuring compliance with regulations, and contributing to patient recruitment and management. Ideal candidates will demonstrate initiative and a willingness to learn about clinical research.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 1 year of related experience needed.
• No supervisory responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Focus on clinical study operations and study/site management.
• Ensure compliance with ethical standards.
• Recruit and enroll patients.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Written communication skills

Verbal communication skills

Collaboration

Advanced time management skills

Technical skills

Education

BS

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Posting Details

Job Title Clinical Research Coordinator I

Requisition Number RE50616

Working Title

Department Name 7H854:OPHTHALMOLOGY & VISUAL SCIENCE

Work Location Lexington, KY

Grade Level 45

Salary Range $22.73-37.50/hour

Type of Position Staff

Position Time Status Full-Time

Required Education

BS

Click here for more information about equivalencies: https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies

Required Related Experience

1 yr

Required License/Registration/Certification

None

Physical Requirements

Sitting or standing for long periods of time; lifting, pushing or pulling of objects up to 50 lbs.

Shift

Monday through Friday; 8:00AM – 5:00PM.

Job Summary

The Ophthalmology Department has expanded their clinical research program and is hiring a Research Associate Clinical I to support the program.

This position will be focused on clinical study operations and study/site management, as well as ensuring we are meeting ethical and compliance standards for clinical research.

While the applicant isn’t expected to know everything when coming in, the expectation is that the person would take initiative to learn all they could about clinical research and understand basic research design, how to manage a study and recruit and enroll patients.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Attention to detail and organizational skills. Ability to operate various office machines including computers, printers, and various software packages. Interpersonal skills. Knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Written and verbal communication skills. Initiative, collaboration, advanced time management skills. Technical skills applicable to essential functions and initiative.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No

Preferred Education/Experience

Bachelor’s degree and at least 1 year of related experience.

Deadline to Apply 06/19/2025

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