Clinical Research Coordinator II, Orthopedic Surgery

University of Arizona; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 53,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability programs

Paid vacation

Sick leave

Holidays

Tuition reduction

Retirement plans

Job summary

The University of Arizona seeks a Clinical Research Coordinator II in Orthopedic Surgery on the Tucson Campus. You will coordinate complex clinical studies under leadership and ensure compliance with protocols, regulatory requirements, and institutional policies.

Responsibilities include participant recruitment, informed consent, data collection, IRB submissions, regulatory management, study visits, and close-out activities, with collaboration with Principal Investigators and study sponsors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent required.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant work experience.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate study visits and procedures.
• Maintain regulatory and study documentation.
• Create source documents and training per study protocols and GCP.
• Perform participant pre-screening, recruitment, enrollment, and informed consent.
• Conduct study visits and clinical procedures per protocol.
• Maintain complete study documents and records.
• Develop study-specific tools and training materials.
• Manage regulatory documentation including IRB submissions and continuing reviews.
• Monitor adverse events and protocol deviations per requirements.
• Perform data collection, entry, and quality checks.
• Resolve data queries and maintain research databases.
• Coordinate all aspects of multiple trials with investigators.
• Handle biospecimen processing and storage per protocol.
• Maintain study supplies and equipment.

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent advanced learning

Job description

Clinical Research Coordinator II, Orthopedic Surgery

Posting Number

req27396

Department

Orthopedic Surgery

Department Website Link

Orthopaedic Surgery

Location

Tucson Campus

Address

Tucson, AZ USA

Position Highlights

The Clinical Research Coordinator II will coordinate and participate in the conduct and management of complex clinical research studies under the direction of departmental research leadership and Principal Investigators. The role applies knowledge of clinical research principles to support compliance with study protocols, regulatory requirements, and institutional policies. Responsibilities include all aspects of clinical trial conduct, including participant recruitment, informed consent, study procedures, data collection, regulatory management, and study close-out activities.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more!

The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Coordinate study visits and study procedures.
• Maintain regulatory and study documentation.
• Create source documents, study specific training in accordance with study protocols and Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines.
• Perform participant pre-screening, screening, recruitment, enrollment, and informed consent.
• Conduct study visits and clinical procedures as required by protocol.
• Maintain accurate and complete source documentation and study records.
• Develop study-specific tools, including source documents, visit checklists, and training materials.
• Ensure maintenance and organization of regulatory documentation, including IRB submissions, continuing reviews, protocol amendments, and reporting requirements.
• Monitor and report adverse events, serious adverse events, and protocol deviations in accordance with institutional and sponsor requirements.
• Perform data collection, entry, management, and quality control checks to ensure the accuracy and completeness of study data.
• Resolve data queries and maintain research databases (e.g., REDCap or equivalent systems).
• Work closely with Principal Investigators to coordinate and execute all aspects of multiple clinical trials.
• Collect, process, and ship biological specimens according to protocol requirements and ensure proper chain of custody and storage conditions.
• Maintain study supplies, inventory, and equipment required for research operations.
• Communicate effectively with study sponsors, IRB, clinical teams, laboratories, and other stakeholders to ensure study compliance and efficiency.
• Participate in study initiation, monitoring visits, audits, and close-out activities as required.
• Responsibilities are subject to change based on departmental priorities, study requirements, regulatory obligations, and operational needs.

This job posting reflects the general nature and level of work expected of the selected candidate(s). It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The institution reserves the right to amend or update this description as organizational priorities and institutional needs evolve.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent advanced learning attained through professional level experience required.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant work experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Research exposure and/or experience preferred.

FLSA

Exempt

Full Time/Part Time

Full Time

Number of Hours Worked per Week

40

Job FTE

1.0

Work Calendar

Fiscal

Job Category

Research

Benefits Eligible

Yes - Full Benefits

Rate of Pay

$53,039-$66,299

Compensation Type

salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)

Grade

7

Compensation Guidance

The Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.

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Career Stream and Level

PC2

Job Family

Clinical Research

Job Function

Research

Type of criminal background check required:

Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)

Number of Vacancies

1

Target Hire Date

11/9/2026

Contact Information for Candidates

Veronica Rangel

[e-mail]

Open Date

10/19/2026

Open Until Filled

Yes

Documents Needed to Apply

Resume and Cover Letter

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