Clinical Research Manager Jobs in Utah
Clinical Research Manager jobs in Utah are in active demand, concentrated in the pharmaceutical, medical device, and academic medical sectors that anchor the state's growing life sciences economy. Salt Lake City, Provo, and Ogden are the primary hiring metros, with employers like Intermountain Health, University of Utah Health, and Recursion Pharmaceuticals offering consistent openings at the associate, mid-level, and senior manager levels. Regulatory affairs oversight, oncology trial management, and sponsor-facing site coordination are the most sought-after specialties in Utah listings. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Advanced Research Institute has an immediate opening for a Regulatory Coordinator position. The Regulatory Coordinator develops and coordinates the submission of regulatory documents to ensure compliance with all governing requirements. Supports the Principal Investigator and study team ensuring compliance with the IRB, site SOP’s, state, and federal regulations that govern clinical research. Prepares and maintains all regulatory documents as well as submissions to the Institutional Review Board (IRB) including but not limited to: initial IRB submissions, changes in research or site information, safety and deviation reporting, IRB closures. The Regulatory Coordinator will also maintain and accurately file all study related documents within electronic regulatory system as well as paper binders.
Responsibilities:
- Supports all aspects of regulatory compliance. Prepares, facilitates, submits and maintains the process for accurate and timely submission of IRB applications for study start-up, protocol revisions or amendments, administrative changes, changes in subject population, funding, recruitment procedures, site changes, and changes in informed consent.
- Completes, audits, and maintains study records, materials, and databases to ensure compliance with study protocols, FDA, IRB, and site SOP’s.
- Prepares regulatory documents and obtains signatures for FDA 1572’s, Financial Disclosure Forms, Protocol Signature pages, IB acknowledgment of Receipts, Delegation Logs, Training Documents, and other forms.
- Files all correspondence and other important documents in the electronic regulatory system as well as paper-based regulatory binders.
- Communicates with research staff, project sponsors and project staff to ensure accuracy of regulatory documents and submissions.
- Tracks study approvals and expirations to ensure uninterrupted project approval.
- Submits study renewal applications and study progress reports to the IRB.
- Coordinates with study sponsor, investigator, and IRB to complete all study activities from study start-up to study closure.
- Assists investigators and others involved in clinical research with process and policy issues and provides guidance.
- Recommends and implements regulatory process improvements.
- Maintains current knowledge of federal and institutional guidelines and requirements governing research.
- Demonstrates initiative, enthusiasm, positive attitude, teamwork, and commitment to the research mission of Advanced Research Institute.
Disclaimer
This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.
Job Type/Work Environment:
Full Time. Office environment.
Minimum Qualifications:
One year of regulatory experience with Industry-Sponsored clinical trials is preferred. Current training, certifications, and/or degrees in the field of human research protections is preferred.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $26.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
Advanced Research Institute has an immediate opening for a Regulatory Coordinator position. The Regulatory Coordinator develops and coordinates the submission of regulatory documents to ensure compliance with all governing requirements. Supports the Principal Investigator and study team ensuring compliance with the IRB, site SOP’s, state, and federal regulations that govern clinical research. Prepares and maintains all regulatory documents as well as submissions to the Institutional Review Board (IRB) including but not limited to: initial IRB submissions, changes in research or site information, safety and deviation reporting, IRB closures. The Regulatory Coordinator will also maintain and accurately file all study related documents within electronic regulatory system as well as paper binders.
Responsibilities:
- Supports all aspects of regulatory compliance. Prepares, facilitates, submits and maintains the process for accurate and timely submission of IRB applications for study start-up, protocol revisions or amendments, administrative changes, changes in subject population, funding, recruitment procedures, site changes, and changes in informed consent.
- Completes, audits, and maintains study records, materials, and databases to ensure compliance with study protocols, FDA, IRB, and site SOP’s.
- Prepares regulatory documents and obtains signatures for FDA 1572’s, Financial Disclosure Forms, Protocol Signature pages, IB acknowledgment of Receipts, Delegation Logs, Training Documents, and other forms.
- Files all correspondence and other important documents in the electronic regulatory system as well as paper-based regulatory binders.
- Communicates with research staff, project sponsors and project staff to ensure accuracy of regulatory documents and submissions.
- Tracks study approvals and expirations to ensure uninterrupted project approval.
- Submits study renewal applications and study progress reports to the IRB.
- Coordinates with study sponsor, investigator, and IRB to complete all study activities from study start-up to study closure.
- Assists investigators and others involved in clinical research with process and policy issues and provides guidance.
- Recommends and implements regulatory process improvements.
- Maintains current knowledge of federal and institutional guidelines and requirements governing research.
- Demonstrates initiative, enthusiasm, positive attitude, teamwork, and commitment to the research mission of Advanced Research Institute.
Disclaimer
This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.
Job Type/Work Environment:
Full Time. Office environment.
Minimum Qualifications:
One year of regulatory experience with Industry-Sponsored clinical trials is preferred. Current training, certifications, and/or degrees in the field of human research protections is preferred.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $26.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
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- Bachelor's or master's degree in life sciences, nursing, or a related clinical field
- Minimum five years of clinical research experience including direct trial oversight
- Certified Clinical Research Professional (CCRP) or equivalent credential strongly preferred
- Demonstrated experience managing CRAs, coordinators, or cross-functional research teams
- Working knowledge of ICH-GCP guidelines, FDA regulations, and IRB submission processes
- Proficiency with electronic data capture systems such as Medidata Rave or Veeva Vault
Clinical Research Manager Jobs in Utah: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a clinical research manager in Utah?
Most clinical research managers in Utah reach the role after several years working as a clinical research coordinator or associate, then advancing into oversight responsibilities. Utah does not require a state-issued license specific to clinical research management, but employers across Salt Lake City and Provo strongly favor candidates holding the Certified Clinical Research Professional credential from the Society of Clinical Research Associates. A degree in a life science, nursing, or health-related field is typically the baseline education requirement.
Which companies hire clinical research managers in Utah?
Companies currently hiring clinical research managers in Utah include University of Utah, ICON, and Advanced Research Institute, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Utah's concentration of academic medical centers and emerging biotech firms means openings appear across both large health systems and smaller sponsor or contract research organization offices.
Which Utah cities have the most clinical research manager jobs?
Salt Lake City, Ogden, and Draper lead Utah for clinical research manager openings. Salt Lake City dominates because of the density of academic medical centers, Intermountain Health facilities, and biotech firms headquartered there, while Provo and Orem benefit from proximity to Utah Valley's growing life sciences corridor and research partnerships with Brigham Young University.
Are there remote clinical research manager jobs in Utah?
Yes, but they are limited. About 0% of clinical research manager openings tied to Utah are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting that the role often requires on-site presence for site visits, staff oversight, and IRB or sponsor meetings. The tasks most commonly handled remotely are protocol review, regulatory document preparation, and sponsor reporting.
How can I get hired as a clinical research manager in Utah with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a clinical research coordinator role at a Utah academic medical center or hospital, such as those run by University of Utah Health or Intermountain Health, both of which bring on new coordinators and offer structured training. From there, lateral experience in regulatory affairs or data management at a contract research organization strengthens a manager candidacy. Earning the Certified Clinical Research Associate credential early signals seriousness to Utah hiring teams and accelerates the path to manager-level consideration.
Where can I find and apply to clinical research manager jobs in Utah?
You can find and apply to clinical research manager jobs in Utah on Migrate Mate, which lists current Utah openings in one place. Search the roles available, identify the ones that match your experience and preferred location, and apply directly to each position that fits.
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