CRC2-3 non-licensed, Anesthesiology

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 64,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Virginia in Charlottesville, VA is seeking a Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC), non-licensed, at CRC-2 or CRC-3, to join the Finan Lab within the Department of Anesthesiology. The role supports a range of clinical research activities across behavioral pain and clinical outcomes studies with independence appropriate to experience.

Responsibilities include coordinating trials, ensuring regulatory and GCP compliance, assisting with start-up activities, and training team members.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required or equivalent combination of experience, education, and/or certifications.
• Minimum 1 year of clinical research experience; 3 years for CRC-3; CCRP/CCRC preferred within 1 year.
• Knowledge of FDA and non-FDA regulated studies and GCP guidelines.
• Experience in pain, behavioral, or outcomes research is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform clinical research coordination with minimal supervision at CRC-3 level.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and study protocol adherence per GCP.
• Support start-up activities including regulatory submissions and budgeting.
• Coordinate multiple trials; manage recruitment, consent, and data collection.
• Prepare regulatory documents for IRB (continuing reviews, amendments, adverse events).
• Reconcile study billing and assist with sponsor invoicing and payments.
• Train new team members and communicate with sponsors and sites.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Independent work

Multitasking

Organizational skills

Record-keeping

Pain research experience

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

IRB Pro

Protocol Builder

CRConnect

OnCore

e-regulatory platforms

Epic

Job description

The Department of Anesthesiology at the University of Virginia (UVA) School of Medicine is currently seeking applicants for a Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC) position, Non-Licensed, at the CRC-2 or CRC-3 level, to join the research team of Dr. Patrick Finan within our growing Department of Anesthesiology research program. This position is ideal for a clinical research professional ready to contribute to a full range of clinical research duties within an active clinical research laboratory, with a specific level of independence and responsibility commensurate with the selected candidate's qualifications and experience.

The Finan Lab, part of the Department of Anesthesiology's robust and expanding clinical research portfolio, investigates the psychological, behavioral, and neurobiological factors underlying pain and its treatment. This role offers the opportunity to coordinate complex, federally funded and investigator-initiated studies spanning behavioral pain research, experimental pain testing, and clinical outcomes research involving both healthy volunteers and patient populations.

This position works closely with the Principal Investigator, co-investigators, research staff, and multidisciplinary collaborators across the University. Individuals seeking this position must have working knowledge of clinical research conduct and regulatory requirements, excellent interpersonal and communication skills, strong organizational abilities, and the capacity to work both independently and as part of a team while managing research responsibilities appropriate to their level.

Responsibilities:

• Perform clinical research coordination duties, working closely with the Principal Investigator and other study team members on all assigned projects; CRC-3 level staff perform these duties with minimal supervision and take on increased responsibility.

• Demonstrate working knowledge of the regulatory framework governing FDA and non-FDA regulated studies and ensure adherence to study protocols and Good Clinical Practice.

• Support and/or facilitate study start-up activities, including contract and budget review, regulatory submissions, and communications with study sponsors and funding agencies.

• Coordinate one or more clinical trials or research projects simultaneously; CRC-3 level staff may manage large, complex, and/or multi-site studies.

• Manage aspects of ongoing study conduct, including recruitment, screening, and informed consent through data collection, off-study visits, safety reporting, and compliance oversight.

• Prepare and submit required regulatory documentation to the IRB, including personnel changes, continuing reviews, protocol modifications, deviations, and adverse/unanticipated event reports.

• Reconcile study billing, distinguishing charges covered by the study from those billed to participants or third-party payors, and support sponsor invoicing and payment reconciliation.

• Orient and provide training to new study team members.

• Notify the Principal Investigator and/or supervisor promptly of any issues regarding study conduct or participant status and communicate effectively with study sponsors.

• Liaise with other University departments and units, as needed, to support ongoing research activities in the Finan Lab.

• Demonstrate proficiency with electronic platforms used in clinical research, such as IRB Pro, Protocol Builder, CRConnect, OnCore, e-regulatory platforms, and Epic.

• Support investigator-initiated research by conducting literature searches, collating research materials, and assisting with abstract and manuscript preparation.

• Continuously enhance clinical research knowledge through training, mentorship, and self-directed learning.

• In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

CRC2 non-licensed

Education: Bachelor's Degree Required or equivalent combination of experience, education and or certifications.

Experience: At least one year of clinical research experience. Some experience in a healthcare setting and/or knowledge of medical terminology is preferred.

CRC3 non-licensed

Education: Bachelor's Degree Required or equivalent combination of experience, education and or certifications.

Experience: Minimum of 3 years of clinical research experience required. Master’s degree may substitute for 1 year of clinical research experience.

Licensure: Clinical Research Coordinator (CCRC) and/or Certified Clinical Research Professional (CCRP) is preferred at the time of hire and is required within one year.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written.

• Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage multiple research projects simultaneously (CRC-3), or to take on increasing independence with growing experience (CRC-2).

• Strong organizational abilities and meticulous record-keeping.

• Experience with pain research, behavioral research, and/or experimental pain testing methodologies.

• Knowledge of clinical research regulations, Good Clinical Practice, and acute care or perioperative research settings.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

This is primarily a sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers. The job does occasionally require traveling some distance to attend meetings, and programs.

Anticipated hiring range is expected to be $64,000-70,000, commensurate with education and experience. This is an exempt-level, benefited position. Learn more about UVA benefits .

This is a restricted position, which is dependent on funding and is contingent upon funding availability.

This position is based in Charlottesville, VA, and must be performed fully on-site.

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Background checks, pre-employment health screenings, and drug screenings

will be conducted on all new hires prior to employment.

This position will not consider candidates who require immigration sponsorship now or in the future.

Reference Check Process

Reference checks will be completed by UVA’s third-party partner, SkillSurvey, during the final phase of the interview. Five references will be requested, with at least three responses required.

Equal Opportunity

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment .