Details **Open Date** 01/29/2026 **Requisition Number** PRN44163B **Job Title** Clinical Research Coordinators (Non-R.N.) **Working Title** Entry Level - Clinical Research Coordinators (Non-R.N.) **Career Progression Track** P00 **Track Level** 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** **VP Area** U of U Health - Academics **Department** 00225 - Rheumatology **Location** Campus **City** Salt Lake City, UT **Type of Recruitment** External Posting **Pay Rate Range** $35,000 to $50,000, DOQ **Close Date** 04/29/2026 **Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)** **Job Summary** **Entry Level** **Clinical Research Coordinators (Non-R.N.)** 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. 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. 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). **Learn more about the great benefits of working for University of Utah: benefits.utah.edu** **The department may choose to hire at any of the below job levels and associated pay rates based on their business need and budget.** **Responsibilities** **Entry Level Clinical Research Coordinator (Non-R.N.), I** 1. Coordinate day-to-day clinical trial activities in adherence to Good Clinical Practices (GCPs), study protocols, and applicable regulations. 2. Implement processes and organize efforts within study team to achieve objectives, coordinating research procedures, study visits, and follow-up care. 3. Create and maintain tools and documentation to track study metrics, providing updates to management. 4. Conduct pre-study, site qualification, study initiation, monitoring visits, and close-out activities. 5. Maintain source documents and report adverse events. 6. Recruit, screen, enroll, and obtain consent from study participants. 7. Collect and maintain patient and laboratory data. 8. Work directly with study participants and families and serve as project liaison to other departments, outside organizations, and government agencies. 9. Work under the direction of the Primary Investigator (PI). 10. Requires basic skill set and proficiency conducting work assignments as directed by the Clinical Research Manager. 11. May maintain contact with IRB and prepare and submit IRB documents. 12. May ensure proper collection, processing, and shipment of specimens. Minimum requirements: a bachelor’s (or equivalency) + 2 years of directly related work experience or a master’s (or equivalency) degree. This is an Entry-Level position in the General Professional track. Job Code: PZ6511 Grade: P11 Expected Pay Range: $35,000 to $50,000 **Problem Solving:** Active problem-solving skills required. Handling routine issues that arise in supporting clinical studies. Examples include ensuring study documentation is complete and accurate, communicating with team members to clarify procedures, resolving scheduling conflicts, and identifying when an issue needs additional guidance or escalation to maintain compliance and study quality. Some responsibilities associated with this role may take place at a Veterans Affairs (VA) hospital. Individuals selected for this position should be aware that work at a VA facility requires completion of additional on-boarding steps, including mandatory training and credentialing. **Minimum Qualifications** **EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT :** 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience (Example: bachelor’s degree = 4 years of directly related work experience). **Department may hire employee at one of the following job levels:** **Clinical Research Coordinator (Non-R.N.), I:** Requires a bachelor’s (or equivalency) + 2 years of directly related work experience or a master’s (or equivalency) degree. **Preferences** * Should work well in a team environment (including study staff and clinical operations staff i.e. medical assistants, nurses, etc.) * Successful applicants should have strong communication skills – be comfortable speaking with patients and clinical staff about studies, escalating issues/questions or concerns to management and/or PI’s * Ability to read a situation and step in and help as needed within the scope of skillset * Strong organizational and planning skills preferred. **Type** Benefited Staff **Special Instructions Summary** **Additional Information** _The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education for historically underrepresented students._ _Individuals from historically underrepresented groups, such as minorities, women, qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities._ _The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. 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