Clinical Research Nurse

University of Utah Health Research; Salt Lake City (UT); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent health care coverage

14.2% retirement contributions

Generous paid leave time

Tuition reduction for employees and/or

Transit benefits

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

The Division of Neonatology has an immediate opening for a Clinical Research Nurse in the Department of Pediatrics at the University of Utah Spencer F. Eccles School of Medicine.

Coordinate day-to-day clinical research activities in the NICU in accordance with study protocols, Good Clinical Practice guidelines, and applicable regulations. Screen, recruit, enroll, and obtain informed consent from study participants and families.

Qualifications

• Must be a licensed Registered Nurse (R.N.).
• Experience coordinating clinical trials is preferred.
• Knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate day-to-day clinical trial activities in the NICU per GCP, protocols, and regulations.
• Recruit, screen, enroll, and obtain consent from study participants and families.
• Collect, manage, and maintain study data and documentation.
• Monitor participant safety and report adverse events to the PI and sponsors.
• Collaborate with investigators, NICU staff, and external partners to support trial execution.

Skills

Coordination

GCP knowledge

Education

Registered Nurse licensure

Job description

Details

Open Date 09/23/2026

Requisition Number PRN46291B

Job Title Clinical Research Coordinators (R.N.)

Working Title Clinical Research Nurse

Career Progression Track P00

Track Level P4 - Advanced, P3 - Career, P2 - Developing, P1 - Entry Level Pro

FLSA Code Administrative

Patient Sensitive Job Code? Yes

Standard Hours per Week 40

Full Time or Part Time? Full Time

Shift Day

Work Schedule Summary Generally, Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. May be scheduled to work or be on-call up to one weekend per month, based on study protocol recruitment requirements. Hours may vary based on operational needs. Not expected to work on holidays or nights. Opportunities for a hybrid telework schedule may be considered after the initial training period with a minimum of 3 days/week onsite, provided the arrangement is supported by operational needs and individual performance. Telework arrangements are not guaranteed and may be modified or discontinued at any time based on business requirements or performance. Employees approved for hybrid telework must provide their own private workspace, secure internet connection, and demonstrate the ability to work independently.

VP Area U of U Health - Academics

Department 00848 - Pediatric Administration

Location Campus

City Salt Lake City, UT

Type of Recruitment External Posting

Pay Rate Range Depends on Experience

Close Date 12/23/2026

Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)

Job Summary

The Division of Neonatology has an immediate opening for a Clinical Research Nurse, in the Department of Pediatrics at the University of Utah Spencer F. Eccles School of Medicine. Coordinate and manage day-to-day clinical research activities in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit ( NICU ) in accordance with study protocols, Good Clinical Practice ( GCP ) guidelines, and applicable regulations. Screen, recruit, enroll, and obtain informed consent from study participants and families. Conduct study procedures, collect and maintain research data, monitor participant safety, and report adverse events. Maintain study documentation and compliance records, coordinate research visits and follow-up activities, and collaborate with investigators, clinical staff, and external partners to support successful study execution. Serve as a liaison between research teams, clinical departments, sponsors, and regulatory entities under the direction of the Principal Investigator (PI). Requires current Registered Nurse (R.N.) licensure.

This position is posted at multiple job levels. Each level has distinct qualifications, responsibilities, which will be evaluated during the selection process. Final placement, including the associated pay rate, will be determined based on business needs and budget considerations.

Department Summary

The Department of Pediatrics is the second largest department in the University of Utah School of Medicine and one of the largest pediatric departments in the country. We are committed to improving the lives of children through excellence in advocacy, education, research, and clinical care. For more information about the Department of Pediatrics, please visit: http://medicine.utah.edu/pediatrics/. Mutual respect and appreciation are highly valued in the department.

Benefits Summary

• Excellent health care coverage at affordable rates (see the Summary Comparison for more information)
• 14.2% retirement contributions
• Generous paid leave time
• 11 paid Holidays per year
• 50% tuition reduction for employees, spouses, and dependent children
• Flex spending accounts
• University provided basic employee life insurance coverage equal to a salary of up to $25,000
• Variety of elective insurance coverage , including life insurance, short and long-term disability, accidental death & dismemberment, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and pet.
• Free transit on most UTA services
• Employee discounts on a variety of products and services, including cell phones & plans, entertainment, health and fitness, restaurants, retail, and travel
• Professional development opportunities

Additional benefits information is available at https://benefits.utah.edu/.

Employee Health Requirements

This position is patient-sensitive and must fulfill all associated vaccination requirements, or be approved for an exemption, prior to the first day of work. We protect our patients, coworkers and community by requiring all patient-sensitive employees to be immunized according to CDC standards and hospital policy. Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations.

Responsibilities

Essential Functions

Coordinate day-to-day clinical trial activities in adherence to Good Clinical Practices (GCPs), study protocols, and applicable regulations. Implement processes and organize efforts within study team to achieve objectives, coordinating research procedures, study visits, and follow-up care. Create and maintain tools and documentation to track study metrics, providing updates to management. Conduct pre-study, site qualification, study initiation, monitoring visits, and close-out activities. Maintain source documents and report adverse events. Recruit, screen, enroll, and obtain consent from study participants. Collect and maintain patient and laboratory data. Work directly with study participants and families and serve as project liaison to other departments, outside organizations, and government agencies. Work under the direction of the Primary Investigator (PI). Requires a Registered Nurse (R.N.) certification.

• Independently manage 3-5 study protocols implemented in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit ( NICU ).
• Screen for eligible infants each workday.
• Collaborate with the PI and NICU clinical staff to verify eligibility and approach of the family.
• Obtain parental permission for infant’s participation in the study.
• Create and maintain screening and enrollment logs.
• Perform study procedures per the protocol such as randomization, medication or lab orders, lab processing, or parental surveys.
• Efficiently collect data and accurately enter it into the protocol database.
• Monitor infant for adverse events and report events to the PI.
• Ensure compliance with study protocol.
• Review all protocol amendments, consent changes, and data form changes and ensure that these are implemented within the NICU processes.
• Ensure proper storage, dispensing, handling, and disposition of investigational products and other