University of Utah
Clinical Research Coordinator (Non-R.N.)
University of Utah, Salt Lake City, Utah, United States, 84193
Overview
Job Title:
Clinical Research Coordinators (Non-R.N.) Working Title:
Clinical Research Coordinator (Non-R.N.) Department:
00196 - Health & Kinesiology Location:
Campus, Salt Lake City, UT Type:
External Posting • Full Time • 40 hours/week • Day shift Open Date:
10/08/2025 Close Date:
12/08/2025 Pay Rate Range:
$40,000-60,000/year FLSA Code:
Administrative Patient Sensitive Job Code?
Yes Summary:
The Sleep and Circadian Physiology Laboratory (PI: Christopher Depner) in the Department of Health and Kinesiology is recruiting a full-time Clinical Research Coordinator to help conduct an NIH funded study focused on sleep loss and cardiometabolic health outcomes. The study examines how experimental sleep loss and circadian misalignment impact food intake and insulin sensitivity in adults. The position will primarily execute study visits, recruit and schedule participants, communicate with participants, assist with data collection, and train/supervise undergraduate research assistants and hourly staff. Some overnight shifts (approximately 25%–75% of shifts per month) may be required depending on study visits, with timing of other hours being flexible. Clinical Context:
The study protocol involves participants living in the sleep laboratory for 24 hours per day, 6 days at a time. Study visits will occur in clinical research settings at the University of Utah Hospital and the College of Health Research Complex. Vaccination Requirement:
This position is patient-sensitive and requires fulfillment of vaccination requirements (or approved exemption) prior to first day of work, in accordance with CDC standards and hospital policy. Limited exemptions may be made for medical contraindications or religious beliefs. Departments may hire at multiple levels:
The department may hire at Clinical Research Coordinator (Non-R.N.), I/II/III levels with corresponding pay rates based on business need and budget. Responsibilities
Implements sleep loss study protocol; helps schedule study visits for research participants, assists with participant recruitment and retention. Follow detailed and time-sensitive study protocols. Will work ~5–15 late night, early morning, or overnight shifts per month. Help manage a team of ~15 undergraduate research assistants, 3–5 graduate students, and 2–5 research assistants; assist with training new employees. Oversee and organize study visit preparation including equipment checks and participant reminders. Document adverse events and protocol deviations during study visits. Monitor enrollment goals to help achieve recruitment and retention targets quarterly. Assist research nurses with blood collection, sample processing, and storage. Qualifications
Clinical Research Coordinator (Non-R.N.), I:
Requires a bachelor’s (or equivalency) + 2 years of related work experience or a master’s (or equivalency) degree. Clinical Research Coordinator (Non-R.N.), II:
Requires a bachelor’s (or equivalency) + 4 years or a master’s (or equivalency) + 2 years of related work experience. Clinical Research Coordinator (Non-R.N.), III:
Requires a bachelor’s (or equivalency) + 6 years or a master’s (or equivalency) + 4 years of related work experience. Minimum Qualifications:
EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT
: 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of related work experience (example: bachelor’s degree = 4 years of related work experience). Additional Information:
The department may hire at one of the following levels with corresponding requirements as listed above. Preferences include healthcare-related degrees or training, one or more years of healthcare experience, strong organizational and communication skills, knowledge of Good Clinical Practices, FDA, HIPAA, IRB regulations, and the ability to work independently. Completion of University Research Education Clinical Certification within one year of hire is required. Phlebotomy or EMT certification is preferred or may be completed within 4 months. Some departments may require IRB CITI Course or IATA DGR training within a specified timeframe. Type and Benefits
Type:
Benefited Staff Additional Notes
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working with diverse student populations and are committed to improving access to higher education for historically underrepresented students. The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. Reasonable accommodations in the application process are available upon request. Interested applicants may contact the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action for Title IX information and accommodations. This position may require a criminal background check and/or drug screen. Refer to safety and campus resources for additional information.
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Job Title:
Clinical Research Coordinators (Non-R.N.) Working Title:
Clinical Research Coordinator (Non-R.N.) Department:
00196 - Health & Kinesiology Location:
Campus, Salt Lake City, UT Type:
External Posting • Full Time • 40 hours/week • Day shift Open Date:
10/08/2025 Close Date:
12/08/2025 Pay Rate Range:
$40,000-60,000/year FLSA Code:
Administrative Patient Sensitive Job Code?
Yes Summary:
The Sleep and Circadian Physiology Laboratory (PI: Christopher Depner) in the Department of Health and Kinesiology is recruiting a full-time Clinical Research Coordinator to help conduct an NIH funded study focused on sleep loss and cardiometabolic health outcomes. The study examines how experimental sleep loss and circadian misalignment impact food intake and insulin sensitivity in adults. The position will primarily execute study visits, recruit and schedule participants, communicate with participants, assist with data collection, and train/supervise undergraduate research assistants and hourly staff. Some overnight shifts (approximately 25%–75% of shifts per month) may be required depending on study visits, with timing of other hours being flexible. Clinical Context:
The study protocol involves participants living in the sleep laboratory for 24 hours per day, 6 days at a time. Study visits will occur in clinical research settings at the University of Utah Hospital and the College of Health Research Complex. Vaccination Requirement:
This position is patient-sensitive and requires fulfillment of vaccination requirements (or approved exemption) prior to first day of work, in accordance with CDC standards and hospital policy. Limited exemptions may be made for medical contraindications or religious beliefs. Departments may hire at multiple levels:
The department may hire at Clinical Research Coordinator (Non-R.N.), I/II/III levels with corresponding pay rates based on business need and budget. Responsibilities
Implements sleep loss study protocol; helps schedule study visits for research participants, assists with participant recruitment and retention. Follow detailed and time-sensitive study protocols. Will work ~5–15 late night, early morning, or overnight shifts per month. Help manage a team of ~15 undergraduate research assistants, 3–5 graduate students, and 2–5 research assistants; assist with training new employees. Oversee and organize study visit preparation including equipment checks and participant reminders. Document adverse events and protocol deviations during study visits. Monitor enrollment goals to help achieve recruitment and retention targets quarterly. Assist research nurses with blood collection, sample processing, and storage. Qualifications
Clinical Research Coordinator (Non-R.N.), I:
Requires a bachelor’s (or equivalency) + 2 years of related work experience or a master’s (or equivalency) degree. Clinical Research Coordinator (Non-R.N.), II:
Requires a bachelor’s (or equivalency) + 4 years or a master’s (or equivalency) + 2 years of related work experience. Clinical Research Coordinator (Non-R.N.), III:
Requires a bachelor’s (or equivalency) + 6 years or a master’s (or equivalency) + 4 years of related work experience. Minimum Qualifications:
EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT
: 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of related work experience (example: bachelor’s degree = 4 years of related work experience). Additional Information:
The department may hire at one of the following levels with corresponding requirements as listed above. Preferences include healthcare-related degrees or training, one or more years of healthcare experience, strong organizational and communication skills, knowledge of Good Clinical Practices, FDA, HIPAA, IRB regulations, and the ability to work independently. Completion of University Research Education Clinical Certification within one year of hire is required. Phlebotomy or EMT certification is preferred or may be completed within 4 months. Some departments may require IRB CITI Course or IATA DGR training within a specified timeframe. Type and Benefits
Type:
Benefited Staff Additional Notes
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working with diverse student populations and are committed to improving access to higher education for historically underrepresented students. The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. Reasonable accommodations in the application process are available upon request. Interested applicants may contact the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action for Title IX information and accommodations. This position may require a criminal background check and/or drug screen. Refer to safety and campus resources for additional information.
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