CLINICAL RESEARCH COORDINATOR I

UAB; University (FL); Hybrid; USD 44,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) seeks a Clinical Research Coordinator I to administer neuropsychological tests, score data, and perform quality checks for Alzheimer’s disease studies. The role includes recruitment, consent, visits scheduling, and lab coordination within IRB and GCP guidelines.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED and may hold a psychology-related degree. Hybrid work is eligible; UAB emphasizes diversity and patient care.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Preferred degree in Psychology or Psychometry with attention to detail.
• Experience with neuropsychological testing is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate studies and support team members within protocol.
• Screen participants for eligibility and assist with recruitment.
• Conduct activities per protocol, regulations, and GCP.
• Assist study life cycle from start-up to closure and data entry.

Skills

Neuropsychological testing

Testing administration

Data entry

Study coordination

IRB/GCP knowledge

Education

High School diploma or GED

Degree in Psychology or Psychometry (preferred)

Job description

CLINICAL RESEARCH COORDINATOR I – (T239746)

Description

The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB), Neurology Chair Office, is seeking a Clinical Research Coordinator I.

This Clinical Research Coordinator I will be responsible for administering neuropsychological testing for multiple studies within the UAB Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center. This includes test administration, scoring, performing quality checks, and data entry. As needed, this position will assist with study coordination, recruiting, consenting, preparing study visits, processing/labeling specimens, payment processing, and other study-related activities. All study activities will be conducted in accordance with the protocol, IRB regulations, and Good Clinical Practice (GCP). The mission of the UAB Alzheimer’s Disease Center is to overcome Alzheimer’s disease and related disorders by conducting, fostering, and enabling research at UAB and through national collaborations, by providing the highest level of care to patients and families, and by educating both professionals and the public about aging, dementia, and brain health. Our research is aimed at reducing Deep South disparities in Alzheimer’s disease.

General Responsibilities

• To serve as coordinator for studies and provide support to other team members within the confines of the protocol as directed.
• To support screening and participant eligibility determination, working with more senior team members to ensure compliance.
• To conduct activities in accordance with the protocol, regulations and Good Clinical Practice (GCP).
• To assist with the study life cycle from start-up to closure, i.e., collecting and recording data, recruiting and performing follow-up with participants, scheduling visits and assisting in coordination of lab and fieldwork.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Annual Salary Range

$43,890 – $71,320

Qualifications

High School diploma or GED required.

Preferences

• The ideal candidate will have a degree in Psychology or Psychometry and a strong attention to detail, as well as the ability to navigate conversations with cognitively impaired individuals.

UAB is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, age, disability, and veteran’s status. As required by Title IX, UAB prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to UAB’s Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator. The Title IX notice of nondiscrimination is located at uab.edu/titleix.

Primary Location

: University

Job Category

: Clinical Research

Organization

: 311500000 Neurology Chair Office

Employee Status

: Regular
Shift: Day/1st Shift
Work Arrangement (final schedule to be determined by the department/hiring manager): Hybrid Eligible