Intermountain Health·Murray, Utah
Acts as a Subject Matter Expert in coordinating clinical research studies, working closely with investigators, physicians, and sponsors. Responsibilities include participant recruitment, laboratory sample processing, and mentoring junior research coordinators.
This on-site position serves as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in conducting clinical research studies of Intermountain Healthcare and is responsible for mastery in the coordination of clinical studies by working closely with clinical investigators, physicians, department leadership(s), regulatory coordinators, and sponsors. Works in a patient-facing environment with research participants. Essential Functions Research Support: Support various research studies across the Intermountain system, working on complex or large projects with limited supervision, demonstrating high competency in clinical research.
Provide support and mentorship to Clinical Research Coordinators I, reinforcing training and knowledge of study protocols and procedures.
Educate and disseminate information about research projects, communicating with study teams and physicians about protocols and timelines.
Utilize GCP guidelines for screening, assessing participant eligibility, conducting study procedures, data entry, and patient monitoring, and participate in oversight visits.
Helps facilitate strategies for study recruitment, participant retention, and study execution, performing ongoing quality assurance and evaluations at study completion as requested.
Information
Management: Ensure compliance with best practices for transmitting patient information as required by study approvals and protocols, supporting study team and investigator adherence to GCP guidelines.
Complies with and trains clinical research coordinator 1 on basic techniques of clinical research coordination, FDA Good Clinical Practices (GCP), and clinical research Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), maintaining compliance with Intermountain policy, research sponsors, and Federal regulations.
Laboratory
Operations: Collect, process, maintain, and ship lab samples, demonstrating laboratory competency and compliance with SOPs. Performs other duties as assigned (e.g., data entry, expense tracking, patient chart reviews). May be required to take on-call assignments, work weekends and overtime. Skills Research Protocols Independent worker and self-starter Critical thinking and decision making Detail-oriented Personable Highly organized Documentation\ Verbal and written communication Patient information Clinical Information systems
Three (3) years of experience in a clinical research role requiring use of laboratory protocol, systems and documentation techniques, detailed knowledge of human subject research regulations, strong demonstrated attention to detail and ability to adhere to policies and procedures. Demonstrated experience working in a collaborative team environment. Experience using word processing, spreadsheet, database, internet and e-mail and scheduling applications. Experience in a role requiring effective organizational skills; effective follow-through, and commitment to excellence, effective professional communication skills; Ability to communicate with others in a clear, understandable, and professional manner as well as strong interpersonal skills: Ability to work with personnel at all levels to gather information, communicate compliance requirements and handle complex issues within an often-sensitive political environment.
Bachelor's Degree in a clinical or life science field, business, or healthcare operations. A Degree must be obtained through an accredited institution. Education is verified. Demonstrated professional experience in a clinical research role requiring use of laboratory protocol, systems and documentation techniques, detailed knowledge of human subject research regulations, strong demonstrated attention to detail and ability to adhere to policies and procedures. Experience in a healthcare or hospital setting. Expertise and/or experience in the clinical specialty or area of focus related to this research role (ie cardiology, pulmonary, oncology, women and newborn, etc.) Physical Requirements Ongoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, monitors, etc. and to see to identify equipment and supplies and to utilize a wide variety of information including organizing and completing documentation and forms, accessing and entering computer information, and identifying needs and urgent issues. Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately. Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer use and typing for documenting patient interactions, accessing needed information, operating telephones and other office equipment, including manipulating paper - requiring the ability to move fingers and hands. Expected to bend, lift, and carry patient files, documents, equipment, and supplies. Remain sitting or standing for long periods of time while interacting with others or to perform work on a computer, telephone, or other equipment. For roles requiring driving: Expected to drive a vehicle which requires sitting, seeing and reading signs, traffic signals, and other vehicle.
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Requires at least three years of experience in clinical research with strong knowledge of human subject research regulations and laboratory protocols. A bachelor's degree in a clinical or life science field is preferred.
Market context
In Utah, Clinical Research Coordinator openings are often driven by hospitals, research institutes, and life-science employers that need staff who can manage studies, documentation, and compliance. These roles are competitive because employers look for experience with human subject research regulations, laboratory protocols, and strong coordination skills; a bachelor’s degree in a clinical or life science field is preferred. Review the study phase, regulatory duties, and lab responsibilities closely, and use the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time comparing fit before you apply.