Clinical Research Coordinator II

University of Kentucky; Lexington (VA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Kentucky is seeking a Clinical Research Coordinator II in Lexington, KY. The position coordinates patient visits across ophthalmology studies, ensures informed consents, and maintains strict protocol and safety standards.

Responsibilities include helping investigators identify eligible patients, and ensuring all study files comply with GCP guidelines and regulatory requirements. Strong organizational and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• BS required for consideration.
• Experience coordinating clinical research preferred.
• Knowledge of GCP guidelines is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate patient research visits across multiple studies.
• Obtain patient consents and ensure protocol adherence.
• Monitor patient safety considerations and regulatory compliance.
• Identify potential study patients and assist with recruitment.
• Maintain accurate study files and documentation per GCP.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

MS Office

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Posting Details

Job Title Clinical Research Coordinator II

Requisition Number RE55693

Working Title

Department Name 7H854:OPHTHALMOLOGY & VISUAL SCIENCE

Work Location Lexington, KY

Grade Level 46

Salary Range $25.51-42.08/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 3 yrs

Required License/Registration/Certification None

Physical Requirements Sitting or standing for long periods of time, lifting, pushing, or pulling of objects up to 25 lbs., repetitive motion

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

Job Summary The Clinical Research Coordinator II in the UK Department of Ophthalmology will be responsible for coordinating patient research visits on multiple studies, obtaining patient consents, ensuring that research protocols are followed and patient safety considerations are of the highest standards.

This position will also be responsible for helping investigators to identify potential study patients as well as ensure that all study files and documentation is accurate and follows GCP guidelines.

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

Deadline to Apply 09/23/2026

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