Research Engineer Jobs in Utah
Research Engineer jobs in Utah concentrate in defense systems, semiconductor and materials research, biomedical devices, and clean energy technology, with demand ranging from entry-level lab positions to senior principal roles. Salt Lake City, Provo, and Ogden are the primary hiring centers, anchored by employers such as Northrop Grumman, L3Harris Technologies, and the University of Utah. The most in-demand specializations right now are RF and signal processing, materials science, and autonomous systems research. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Open Date 07/02/2026
Requisition Number PRN45544B
Job Title Clinical Research Coordinators (Non-R.N.)
Working Title 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 30
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Shift Day
Work Schedule Summary
30 hours a week, Monday – Friday from 9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Hours may vary based on operational needs.
Location: This position will be based out of the Department of Pediatrics University of Utah and Primary Children’s Hospital in Salt Lake City. Occasional travel to Primary Children’s Hospital Lehi campus will also be required to perform necessary job responsibilities.
Opportunities for a hybrid telework schedule may be considered after the initial training period, provided the arrangement is supported by operational needs and individual performance. Telework arrangements are not guaranteed and may be modified or discontinued at any time based on business requirements or performance. Employees approved for hybrid telework must provide their own private workspace, secure internet connection, and demonstrate the ability to work independently.
VP Area U of U Health - Academics
Department 00848 - Pediatric Administration
Location Campus
City Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment External Posting
Pay Rate Range $38,500 to $52,314
Close Date 10/02/2026
Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)
Job Summary
Job Summary:
The Division of Hospital Medicine has an immediate opening for a Clinical Research Coordinator, in the Department of Pediatrics at the University of Utah Spencer F. Eccles School of Medicine. This position will 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. 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. Work under the direction of the Primary Investigator (PI).
This position is currently budgeted at 30 hours per week. There may be an opportunity to increase to 40 hours per week in the future, contingent upon available funding and departmental operational needs.
Department Summary:
The Department of Pediatrics is the second largest department in the University of Utah School of Medicine and one of the largest pediatric departments in the country. We are committed to improving the lives of children through excellence in advocacy, education, research, and clinical care. For more information about the Department of Pediatrics, please visit: http://medicine.utah.edu/pediatrics/ . Mutual respect and appreciation are highly valued in the department.
Benefits Summary:
The University of Utah offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
Excellent health care coverage at affordable rates (see the Summary Comparison for more information)
14.2% retirement contributions
Generous paid leave time
11 paid Holidays per year
50% tuition reduction for employees, spouses, and dependent children
Flex spending accounts
University provided basic employee life insurance coverage equal to a salary of up to $25,000
Variety of elective insurance coverage , including life insurance, short and long-term disability, accidental death & dismemberment, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and pet.
Free transit on most UTA services
Employee discounts on a variety of products and services, including cell phones & plans, entertainment, health and fitness, restaurants, retail, and travel
Professional development opportunities
Additional benefits information is available at https://benefits.utah.edu/.
Employee Health Requirements:
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
Essential Functions:
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. 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. Work under the direction of the Primary Investigator (PI).
Assesses protocol for clarity and subject safety, reviews inclusion/exclusion criteria; clarifies concerns and questions with Principal Investigator and sponsor.
Attends and participates in Investigator and staff meetings. Informs team regarding specific study assignments and timelines.
Explains and obtains informed consent, medical history and demographics; documents in source file and maintains with historical data, status reports, progress notes, and subject log to help ensure subject safety.
Determines length of visits and coordinates related facility and equipment availability.
Reports and tracks adverse events (AE). Reports serious AEs to IRB and sponsor.
Documents all protocol deviations, reconciles test article accountability at study close out and prepares summary report for sponsor.
Completes, audits, corrects CRFs, relays CRFs to sponsor.
Assists with negotiating contract budget and payment terms.
Maintains documents as required by FDA guidelines.
Maintain contact with IRB and prepare and submit IRB documents.
Ensure proper collection, processing and shipment of specimens.
Perform functions required of the Clinical Research Assistant as necessary.
Clinical Research Coordinator (Non-R.N.), I
Requires basic skill set and proficiency. Conduct work assignments as directed. Closely supervised with little latitude for independent judgment.
Requires a bachelor’s (or equivalency) with up to 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: $38,500 to $52,314
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.
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) with up to 2 years of directly related work experience or a master’s (or equivalency) degree.
Preferences
Preferences:
Fluency in Spanish, both oral and written.
Excellent written and verbal communication.
The Department will screen applicants according to the identified preferences.
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.
Details
Open Date 07/02/2026
Requisition Number PRN45544B
Job Title Clinical Research Coordinators (Non-R.N.)
Working Title 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 30
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Shift Day
Work Schedule Summary
30 hours a week, Monday – Friday from 9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Hours may vary based on operational needs.
Location: This position will be based out of the Department of Pediatrics University of Utah and Primary Children’s Hospital in Salt Lake City. Occasional travel to Primary Children’s Hospital Lehi campus will also be required to perform necessary job responsibilities.
Opportunities for a hybrid telework schedule may be considered after the initial training period, provided the arrangement is supported by operational needs and individual performance. Telework arrangements are not guaranteed and may be modified or discontinued at any time based on business requirements or performance. Employees approved for hybrid telework must provide their own private workspace, secure internet connection, and demonstrate the ability to work independently.
VP Area U of U Health - Academics
Department 00848 - Pediatric Administration
Location Campus
City Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment External Posting
Pay Rate Range $38,500 to $52,314
Close Date 10/02/2026
Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)
Job Summary
Job Summary:
The Division of Hospital Medicine has an immediate opening for a Clinical Research Coordinator, in the Department of Pediatrics at the University of Utah Spencer F. Eccles School of Medicine. This position will 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. 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. Work under the direction of the Primary Investigator (PI).
This position is currently budgeted at 30 hours per week. There may be an opportunity to increase to 40 hours per week in the future, contingent upon available funding and departmental operational needs.
Department Summary:
The Department of Pediatrics is the second largest department in the University of Utah School of Medicine and one of the largest pediatric departments in the country. We are committed to improving the lives of children through excellence in advocacy, education, research, and clinical care. For more information about the Department of Pediatrics, please visit: http://medicine.utah.edu/pediatrics/ . Mutual respect and appreciation are highly valued in the department.
Benefits Summary:
The University of Utah offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
Excellent health care coverage at affordable rates (see the Summary Comparison for more information)
14.2% retirement contributions
Generous paid leave time
11 paid Holidays per year
50% tuition reduction for employees, spouses, and dependent children
Flex spending accounts
University provided basic employee life insurance coverage equal to a salary of up to $25,000
Variety of elective insurance coverage , including life insurance, short and long-term disability, accidental death & dismemberment, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and pet.
Free transit on most UTA services
Employee discounts on a variety of products and services, including cell phones & plans, entertainment, health and fitness, restaurants, retail, and travel
Professional development opportunities
Additional benefits information is available at https://benefits.utah.edu/.
Employee Health Requirements:
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
Essential Functions:
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. 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. Work under the direction of the Primary Investigator (PI).
Assesses protocol for clarity and subject safety, reviews inclusion/exclusion criteria; clarifies concerns and questions with Principal Investigator and sponsor.
Attends and participates in Investigator and staff meetings. Informs team regarding specific study assignments and timelines.
Explains and obtains informed consent, medical history and demographics; documents in source file and maintains with historical data, status reports, progress notes, and subject log to help ensure subject safety.
Determines length of visits and coordinates related facility and equipment availability.
Reports and tracks adverse events (AE). Reports serious AEs to IRB and sponsor.
Documents all protocol deviations, reconciles test article accountability at study close out and prepares summary report for sponsor.
Completes, audits, corrects CRFs, relays CRFs to sponsor.
Assists with negotiating contract budget and payment terms.
Maintains documents as required by FDA guidelines.
Maintain contact with IRB and prepare and submit IRB documents.
Ensure proper collection, processing and shipment of specimens.
Perform functions required of the Clinical Research Assistant as necessary.
Clinical Research Coordinator (Non-R.N.), I
Requires basic skill set and proficiency. Conduct work assignments as directed. Closely supervised with little latitude for independent judgment.
Requires a bachelor’s (or equivalency) with up to 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: $38,500 to $52,314
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.
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) with up to 2 years of directly related work experience or a master’s (or equivalency) degree.
Preferences
Preferences:
Fluency in Spanish, both oral and written.
Excellent written and verbal communication.
The Department will screen applicants according to the identified preferences.
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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Research Engineer Job Market in Utah
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Who's Hiring
- University of Utah64
- Brigham Young University5
- Intermountain Health3
- US Department of Veterans Affairs3
- Utah State University2
Top Industries Hiring
- Education53
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals2
- Medical Devices1
What Utah Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in research engineer jobs across Utah.
- Bachelor's or master's degree in engineering, physics, or a closely related technical field
- Experience designing and executing experiments with documented, reproducible results
- Proficiency with simulation and data analysis tools such as MATLAB, Python, or LabVIEW
- Ability to obtain or currently hold a U.S. security clearance for defense-sector roles
- Demonstrated record of contributing to peer-reviewed publications or technical reports
- Familiarity with relevant industry standards such as ISO, MIL-SPEC, or IEEE protocols
Research Engineer Jobs in Utah: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a research engineer in Utah?
Most research engineer roles in Utah require at least a bachelor's degree in engineering, applied physics, or a closely related discipline, with a master's degree preferred for independent research positions. Utah does not require a separate state research engineer license for most industry and government lab roles, but engineers who stamp designs for public use must be licensed through the Utah Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing as a Professional Engineer. Many candidates build credibility through graduate programs at the University of Utah or Brigham Young University before entering industry.
Which companies hire research engineers in Utah?
Utah research engineer roles are posted by University of Utah, Brigham Young University, and Intermountain Health and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Utah's defense corridor along the Wasatch Front and its growing semiconductor and biomedical sectors mean hiring is spread across both large prime contractors and specialist technology firms.
Which Utah cities have the most research engineer jobs?
Salt Lake City, Provo, and Murray account for the largest share of research engineer openings in Utah. Salt Lake City draws the broadest range of employers across biomedical, clean energy, and IT research, while Provo benefits from its proximity to Brigham Young University and a dense cluster of technology companies, and Ogden's openings are driven largely by Hill Air Force Base and its network of defense contractors.
Are there remote research engineer jobs in Utah?
Yes, but they're less common than in purely desk-based fields, since research engineering often requires hands-on lab work, specialized equipment, or on-site collaboration with test teams. About 39% of research engineer openings tied to Utah are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, so options exist even if they're not the majority. The roles most likely to offer remote flexibility are those focused on computational modeling, data analysis, or software-driven simulation rather than physical prototyping.
How can I get hired as a research engineer in Utah with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a formal internship or co-op tied to your degree program, as employers like Northrop Grumman and L3Harris regularly bring on student researchers through structured programs at Utah universities. Graduates who can point to a senior capstone project, published conference paper, or independent lab work have a measurable edge over those with only coursework. Adjacent roles such as test engineer, lab technician, or research assistant at Utah's university research centers provide the hands-on foundation many hiring managers look for before promoting into a full research engineer title.
Where can I find and apply to research engineer jobs in Utah?
You can find and apply to research engineer jobs in Utah on Migrate Mate, which lists current Utah openings updated regularly. Search the available roles, identify the ones that match your background and target location, and apply directly through each listing without any extra steps in between.
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