Research Coordinator/Therapist

University of Utah; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 68,880 - 137,760; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

Flexible hours

Job summary

University of Utah on campus is looking for a part-time Research Coordinator (Non‑R.N.) to support a clinical research study. You will assess participants, document responses, and coordinate schedules within approved protocols.

The position requires an entry-level Master’s or Doctorate in Occupational Therapy or Physical Therapy, with IRB CITI training to be completed within six months of hire. Mileage reimbursement is provided for travel related to the study.

Qualifications

• Entry-level Masters or Doctorate in Occupational Therapy or Physical Therapy.
• IRB CITI Course certificate within six months of hire.
• Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct patient evaluations and provide study-related treatment interventions in accordance with approved study protocols, ensuring consistency, participant safety, and protocol adherence.
• Document all assessments, treatments, and participant responses accurately, and communicate relevant findings to the research team to support study implementation and data integrity.
• Ensure accurate documentation, maintain confidentiality of protected health information, and collaborate with investigators and study staff to facilitate efficient participant recruitment.
• Attend and participate in investigator and staff meetings; advise team on study assignments and timelines.
• Determine length of visits and coordinate participant schedules with the study team.
• Report and track adverse events; report serious AEs to IRB and sponsor.
• Document all protocol deviations, reconcile test-article accountability at study close-out and prepare summary report for sponsor.
• Complete, audit, correct Case Report Forms (CRF), and relay CRFs to sponsor.
• Perform functions required of the Clinical Research Assistant as necessary.

Skills

Human relations

Effective communication

Education

Master's or Doctorate in Occupational Therapy or Physical Therapy

Job description

Job Summary

Provides assessment and treatment to patients in a clinical research study. Assists the Principal Investigator in achieving study integrity and objectives through the successful implementation and completion of protocols and procedures. Entry‑level Masters or Doctorate in Occupational Therapy or Physical Therapy required. IRB CITI Course certificate to be obtained within six months of hire. Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills, patient‑sensitive vaccination compliance, and ability to perform essential functions as outlined.

Responsibilities

• Conduct patient evaluations and provide study‑related treatment interventions in accordance with approved study protocols, ensuring consistency, participant safety, and protocol adherence.
• Document all assessments, treatments, and participant responses accurately, and communicate relevant findings to the research team to support study implementation and data integrity.
• Ensure accurate documentation, maintain confidentiality of protected health information, and collaborate with investigators and study staff to facilitate efficient participant recruitment. Mileage reimbursed for work‑related travel.
• Attend and participate in investigator and staff meetings; advise team on study assignments and timelines.
• Determine length of visits and coordinate participant schedules with the study team.
• Report and track adverse events; report serious AEs to IRB and sponsor.
• Document all protocol deviations, reconcile test‑article accountability at study close‑out and prepare summary report for sponsor.
• Complete, audit, correct Case Report Forms (CRF), and relay CRFs to sponsor.
• Perform functions required of the Clinical Research Assistant as necessary.

Minimum Qualifications

Entry‑level Masters or Doctorate in Occupational Therapy or Physical Therapy. IRB CITI Course certificate within six months of hire. Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills.

EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT

1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience (e.g., a bachelor’s degree = 4 years of directly related work experience).

Experience Levels

• Research Coordinator (V) – Requires a bachelor’s (or equivalency) plus 10 years of directly related work experience, or a master’s (or equivalency) plus 8 years.
• Research Coordinator (VI) – Requires a bachelor’s (or equivalency) plus 12 years of directly related work experience, or a master’s (or equivalency) plus 10 years.
• Research Coordinator (VII) – Requires a bachelor’s (or equivalency) plus 14 years of directly related work experience, or a master’s (or equivalency) plus 12 years.

Job Details

Position: Research Coordinator (Non‑R.N.) – Part‑time
Hourly salary: $50/hour, maximum $100/hour for a 2‑hour treatment session
Hours: Flexible
Location: Campus
Close Date: 10/14/2026