Sr Clinical Research Coordinator

University of Oklahoma; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 65,340 - 79,860; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits Eligible

Job summary

The University of Oklahoma is looking for a Senior Clinical Research Coordinator in Oklahoma City to lead clinical studies in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). In this role, you will manage research on critically ill newborns, ensuring compliance with protocols and regulations.

A Bachelor's degree and relevant clinical experience are mandatory. This position offers the chance to contribute directly to groundbreaking neonatal research in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a health profession, physical science, biological science, or nursing.
• 48 months of clinical practice, nursing, or research program coordination experience.
• One of the following licensures is required: RN or PA licensure.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage complex clinical studies improving outcomes for critically ill newborns.
• Oversee study implementation from start-up through close-out.
• Serve as a key liaison between investigators, sponsors, and families.

Skills

Clinical research operations

Regulatory and ethical standards

Mentoring junior staff

Collaborative teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in health profession or related field

Job description

Pay Range: Targeted Salary $72,600 annually, based on experience.

Benefits Eligible: Yes

Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, Standard/Fixed Schedule

Travel: May be required

Position Introduction

The Department of Pediatrics section of the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) is seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Senior Clinical Research Coordinator to support innovative research initiatives within our Pediatric Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). In this pivotal role, you will lead and manage complex clinical studies focused on improving outcomes for critically ill newborns, partnering closely with physicians, nurses, and multidisciplinary research teams. The ideal candidate brings deep experience in clinical research operations, a strong understanding of regulatory and ethical standards, and a passion for pediatric and neonatal care. As a senior member of the research team, you will oversee study implementation from start-up through close-out, ensure protocol compliance, mentor junior staff, and serve as a key liaison between investigators, sponsors, and families. Your work will directly contribute to groundbreaking discoveries that shape the future of neonatal medicine. If you are motivated by meaningful research, thrive in a collaborative clinical environment, and are committed to excellence in patient-centered studies, we invite you to apply and help make a difference from the very start of life.

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in a health profession, physical science, biological science, or nursing
• 48 months of clinical practice, nursing, or research program coordination experience.

Equivalency/Substitution: Will accept 48 months clinical practice or research program coordinator experience in lieu of the Bachelor's Degree for a total of 96 months experience.

Required Certifications and Licenses

One of the following licensures is required, based on the assigned area or department:

• Registered Nurse (RN) licensure through the Oklahoma Board of Nursing OR
• Physician Assistant (PA) licensure through the Oklahoma Medical Board

Hiring Contingent Upon a Background Check: Yes

Special Indications

• The selected applicant(s) will be an OU Health Contingent Worker