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Working Title: Clinical Research Coordinator - Midvalley Dermatology
Career Progression Track: E
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: Monday-Friday
VP Area: U of U Health - Academics
Department: 01450 - Dermatology Clinical Group
Location: Other
City: Murray, UT
Type of Recruitment: External Posting
Pay Rate Range: 59,000 to 65,000, DOE
Close Date: 07/21/2026
Job Summary
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.
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.
Responsibilities
Create and maintain tools and documentation to track study metrics, providing updates to management.
- Conduct pre-study, site qualification, study initiation, monitoring visits, and close-out activities.
- Maintain source documents and report adverse events.
- Recruit, screen, enroll, and obtain consent from study participants.
- Collect and maintain patient and laboratory data.
- Work directly with study participants and families and serve as project liaison to other departments, outside organizations, and government agencies. Works under the direction of the Primary Investigator (PI).
- Attain and retain Clinical Research Coordinator Certification (CCRC).
- Understand the process of preparing, submitting, and maintaining IRB, FDA, and/or other regulatory documents and research correspondence.
- Prepares regulatory documents, including consent forms for submission to research review committees.
- Communicates with research committees and administrative units, project sponsors and project staff to ensure accuracy of regulatory documents and submissions.
- Tracks study approvals and expirations to ensure uninterrupted project approval.
- Tracks sponsor and investigator initiated amendment notifications and submits amended protocols, summaries and consents to the Institutional Review Board (IRB).
- Submits study renewal applications and study progress reports to the IRB.
- Coordinates with study sponsor, investigator and IRB to complete study closure activities.
- Complete time budget assessments and designate study charges vs. standard of care on clinical trials.
- Maintains regulatory database.
- Mentors and trains new research staff.
This job description 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.
Work Environment and Level of Frequency that may be required:
Nearly Continuously: Office environment.
Seldom: Infectious disease, oils (there is air or skin exposure to oils or other cutting fluids).
Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required
Nearly Continuously: Hearing, listening, talking.
Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking, standing, sitting.
Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelors degree in a health sciences or related field or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience) with two years professional research experience and completion of University RATS Clinical Certification within one year of hire required. Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills also required.
Knowledge of Good Clinical Practices, FDA, HIPAA and IRB regulations; an understanding of research procedures; and the ability to function independently is preferred.
Departments may require IRB CITI Course or IATA DGR training within a specified timeframe.
Departments may prefer a nursing degree for this position, which requires the incumbent to have two years related experience and possess a nationally recognized research compliance certification.
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.
Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.
Preferences
Clinical Research Certification or eligibility to obtain certification within 6 months of hire is preferred.
Completion of CITI and GCP trainings required upon hire.
Type: Benefited Staff
Special Instructions Summary
Additional Information
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.
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.
Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah 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. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at the: University of Utah Non-Discrimination page.
Online reports may be submitted at https://oeo.utah.edu
https://publicsafety.utah.edu/safetyreport/ This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.
As per University of Utah policy 5-108: Transfer of Benefits Eligible Staff Members, a new hire to the University of Utah who is still serving a 12 month probationary period will not be hired into another University of Utah job (a transfer) until the successful completion of the probationary period.
Job Title: PS Clinical Research Coord
Working Title: Clinical Research Coordinator - Midvalley Dermatology
Career Progression Track: E
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: Monday-Friday
VP Area: U of U Health - Academics
Department: 01450 - Dermatology Clinical Group
Location: Other
City: Murray, UT
Type of Recruitment: External Posting
Pay Rate Range: 59,000 to 65,000, DOE
Close Date: 07/21/2026
Job Summary
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.
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.
Responsibilities
Create and maintain tools and documentation to track study metrics, providing updates to management.
- Conduct pre-study, site qualification, study initiation, monitoring visits, and close-out activities.
- Maintain source documents and report adverse events.
- Recruit, screen, enroll, and obtain consent from study participants.
- Collect and maintain patient and laboratory data.
- Work directly with study participants and families and serve as project liaison to other departments, outside organizations, and government agencies. Works under the direction of the Primary Investigator (PI).
- Attain and retain Clinical Research Coordinator Certification (CCRC).
- Understand the process of preparing, submitting, and maintaining IRB, FDA, and/or other regulatory documents and research correspondence.
- Prepares regulatory documents, including consent forms for submission to research review committees.
- Communicates with research committees and administrative units, project sponsors and project staff to ensure accuracy of regulatory documents and submissions.
- Tracks study approvals and expirations to ensure uninterrupted project approval.
- Tracks sponsor and investigator initiated amendment notifications and submits amended protocols, summaries and consents to the Institutional Review Board (IRB).
- Submits study renewal applications and study progress reports to the IRB.
- Coordinates with study sponsor, investigator and IRB to complete study closure activities.
- Complete time budget assessments and designate study charges vs. standard of care on clinical trials.
- Maintains regulatory database.
- Mentors and trains new research staff.
This job description 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.
Work Environment and Level of Frequency that may be required:
Nearly Continuously: Office environment.
Seldom: Infectious disease, oils (there is air or skin exposure to oils or other cutting fluids).
Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required
Nearly Continuously: Hearing, listening, talking.
Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking, standing, sitting.
Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelors degree in a health sciences or related field or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience) with two years professional research experience and completion of University RATS Clinical Certification within one year of hire required. Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills also required.
Knowledge of Good Clinical Practices, FDA, HIPAA and IRB regulations; an understanding of research procedures; and the ability to function independently is preferred.
Departments may require IRB CITI Course or IATA DGR training within a specified timeframe.
Departments may prefer a nursing degree for this position, which requires the incumbent to have two years related experience and possess a nationally recognized research compliance certification.
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.
Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.
Preferences
Clinical Research Certification or eligibility to obtain certification within 6 months of hire is preferred.
Completion of CITI and GCP trainings required upon hire.
Type: Benefited Staff
Special Instructions Summary
Additional Information
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.
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.
Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah 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. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at the: University of Utah Non-Discrimination page.
Online reports may be submitted at https://oeo.utah.edu
https://publicsafety.utah.edu/safetyreport/ This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.
As per University of Utah policy 5-108: Transfer of Benefits Eligible Staff Members, a new hire to the University of Utah who is still serving a 12 month probationary period will not be hired into another University of Utah job (a transfer) until the successful completion of the probationary period.
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Align your credentials with federal research standards
University of Utah Clinical Research roles often require GCP certification and IRB-related experience. Having these documented before you apply signals readiness to hiring managers who work within federally regulated trial environments and shortens onboarding time.
Target departments with active NIH-funded trials
Search the NIH Research Portfolio Online Reporting Tools to find active grants tied to University of Utah. Departments running funded studies hire more frequently and have stronger incentive to sponsor visas because replacing a mid-trial researcher creates compliance risk.
Distinguish your visa type early in applications
University of Utah sponsors H-1B, E-3, TN, and J-1 visas for Clinical Research roles. Knowing which category fits your nationality and background lets you address sponsorship feasibility upfront, so hiring managers don't assume your situation is more complex than it is.
Use Migrate Mate to filter open Clinical Research roles
Not every Clinical Research posting at the University of Utah is easy to find through general job boards. Use Migrate Mate to browse current openings filtered by visa sponsorship type, so you only apply to roles where your immigration situation is already a fit.
Request the offer letter before the H-1B filing window closes
USCIS opens H-1B cap registration each March. If your offer comes late in the hiring cycle, ask your University of Utah HR contact whether they can expedite the offer letter so you don't miss the registration window and face a full year's delay.
Confirm PERM applicability for your research classification
University of Utah supports EB-2 and EB-3 green card pathways for Clinical Research staff, but PERM labor certification timelines at DOL currently run 12 to 18 months. Raise permanent residency options during the offer stage so the university can begin the process without delay.
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Find Clinical Research at University of Utah JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does University of Utah sponsor H-1B visas for Clinical Researchs?
Yes, University of Utah sponsors H-1B visas for Clinical Research positions. As a large academic medical institution, the university has an established international hiring process and works with immigration counsel to file H-1B petitions. Because it qualifies as a cap-exempt employer through its affiliation with a nonprofit research organization, it can file H-1B petitions outside the annual lottery, giving you more flexibility on timing.
How do I apply for Clinical Research jobs at University of Utah?
Applications go through the University of Utah's official careers portal, where Clinical Research roles are listed by department and research center. You can also browse open positions on Migrate Mate, which filters University of Utah Clinical Research jobs by visa sponsorship type so you can identify roles that match your immigration situation before investing time in a full application.
Which visa types does University of Utah commonly use for Clinical Research roles?
University of Utah sponsors H-1B, E-3, TN, J-1, and F-1 OPT and CPT visas for Clinical Research professionals, as well as EB-2 and EB-3 immigrant visa pathways for longer-term staff. The right category depends on your nationality, degree background, and career stage. Australian citizens, for example, are well-suited to the E-3 visa, which has no lottery and allows two-year renewable status.
What qualifications does University of Utah expect for Clinical Research positions?
Most Clinical Research roles at University of Utah require at minimum a bachelor's degree in a life sciences, health, or related field, with Good Clinical Practice certification strongly preferred. Roles involving regulatory submissions or protocol management typically expect prior IRB experience. For H-1B or E-3 eligibility, your degree must correspond directly to the specialty occupation, so a general science degree may need to be supplemented by demonstrated field-specific experience.
How long does the visa sponsorship process take for a University of Utah Clinical Research offer?
Timeline depends on visa type. For H-1B, University of Utah's cap-exempt status means filings can happen year-round, with USCIS standard processing taking three to six months and premium processing available for a faster decision. E-3 and TN visas move faster, often concluding within four to eight weeks from offer to approval. J-1 exchange visitor status through the university can sometimes be arranged more quickly for research roles with a designated program sponsor.
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