PS Study Coordinator

University of Utah; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 31,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Study Coordinator to join their Pediatric Cardiology division. This role involves coordinating clinical research studies, ensuring compliance with protocols, and maintaining subject safety. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and a keen attention to detail, working closely with the Principal Investigator and research team. This position offers a comprehensive benefits package and the opportunity to contribute to impactful research that enhances patient care. If you are passionate about advancing medical knowledge and improving patient outcomes, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Employee discounts on products and services

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; IRB CITI Course in Protection of Human Research subjects certificate within 6 months.
• Knowledge of FDA, HIPAA, and IRB regulations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate technical and administrative details of clinical or research studies.
• Ensure subject safety and protocol clarity while maintaining study integrity.

Skills

Human Relations

Effective Communication

Attention to Detail

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Full time, Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm with occasional evenings and weekends required.

VP Area U of U Health - Academics

Department 00848 - Pediatric Administration

Location Salt Lake City, UT

Type of Recruitment External Posting

Pay Rate Range $31,600 to $55,621

Close Date 05/02/2025

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

Job Summary

The Division of Pediatric Cardiology at the University of Utah Spencer Fox School of Medicine has an immediate opening for a Study Coordinator. Coordinates technical and administrative details involved in a clinical or research study. Assists the Principal Investigator and study team in achieving study integrity and objectives through the successful implementation and completion of protocols and procedures.

The University of Utah offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Employee discounts on a variety of products and services including cell phones & plans, entertainment, health and fitness, restaurants, retail, and travel.

This position will report directly to the Administrative Director of the Heart Center Research Enterprise.

Essential Functions

• Assesses protocol for clarity and subject safety, reviews inclusion/exclusion criteria; clarifies concerns and questions with Principal Investigator and sponsor.
• Attends and participates in Investigator and staff meetings. Advises team regarding specific study assignments and timelines.
• Explains and obtains informed consent, medical history and demographics; documents in source file and maintains with historical data, status reports, progress notes, and subject log to help ensure subject safety.
• Determines length of visits and coordinates related facility and equipment availability.
• Reports and tracks adverse events (AE). Reports serious AEs to IRB and sponsor.
• Documents all protocol deviations, reconciles test article accountability at study close out and prepares summary report for sponsor.
• Completes, audits, corrects CRFs, relays CRFs to sponsor.
• Maintains documents as required by FDA guidelines.
• May maintain contact with IRB and prepare and submit IRB documents.
• May ensure proper collection, processing and shipment of specimens.
• May perform functions required of the Clinical Research Assistant as necessary.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Problem Solving

Incumbents are responsible for coordinating the daily operations of their assigned research team, coordinating the orderly and safe flow of the research project and maintaining adequate resources for the PI and study team to accomplish their research objectives.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in a related field, or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience) required. IRB CITI Course in the Protection of Human Research subjects certificate obtained within six months of hire and demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills are also required.

This position is patient-sensitive and must fulfill all associated requirements. 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.

Some departments may require IATA DGR training within six months.

Department Preferences

• Knowledge of Good Clinical Practices, FDA, HIPAA and IRB regulations.
• An understanding of research procedures and knowledge of medical terminology.
• Attention to detail and the ability to function independently.
• Excellent interpersonal and communications skills, both oral and written.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ability to learn new software programs.

Applicants will be screened according to preferences.

Required Documents

• Resume

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter

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