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**Open Date** 12/02/2025

**Requisition Number** PRN43718B

**Job Title** PS Study Coordinator

**Working Title** Study Coordinator

**Career Progression Track** D

Track Level

**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

**VP Area** President

**Department** 02059 - HCI Popul Sci Trials Office

**Location** Campus

**City** Salt Lake City, UT

**Type of Recruitment** External Posting

**Pay Rate Range** 31600 to 66,243

**Close Date** 03/01/2026

Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)

Job Summary

The Population Sciences Research Infrastructure, Systems and Management has an immediate opening for a Study Coordinator in the Population Sciences Trials Office and Adapt team at the Huntsman Cancer Institute. The coordinator will assist in coordinating the implementation, quality control and completion of research studies while assisting in determining and accomplishing study objectives. Assist in coordinating research studies in an administrative and operational capacity while maintaining compliance with guidelines set by governing agencies. This work may include supporting investigator-initiated studies and sponsored projects.

The Population Sciences Trials Office ( PSTO ) supports Investigators conducting observational and behavioral intervention studies aimed at preventing cancer in different populations and/or at improving outcomes and the quality of life among those diagnosed with cancer. This coordinator will work with a collaborative team of study support staff under the direction of the PSTO program managers and clinical research manager to support research objectives.

Depending on study needs, employees may have a hybrid work schedule after completing a probationary period, working both remotely as well as on-site. Employees may need to provide their own home office space, internet connection, telephone, and have the ability to work independently.

_Huntsman Cancer Institute is committed to cancer prevention, care, and survivorship for all communities within the area we serve – which includes Idaho, Montana, Nevada, Utah, and Wyoming – with impact worldwide._

_In your cover letter or during your interview process, we invite you to share how your professional experiences have prepared you to serve as a member of our team as we work to reduce the cancer burden experienced by all people and communities. This may include description of your prior experiences related to research, prevention, clinical care, community engagement/outreach, training, administration, or other areas relevant to Huntsman Cancer Institute’s mission and this position._

This position is eligible for university benefits. These benefits include:

+ Medical-dental-wellness coverage:**https://www.hr.utah.edu/benefits/health_wellness.php**

+ 14.2% of salary employer contribution to retirement (401a):**https://www.hr.utah.edu/benefits/retire_401aPlan.php**

+ Paid leave:**https://www.hr.utah.edu/benefits/paidLeave.php**

+ Paid holidays:**https://www.hr.utah.edu/benefits/holiday.php**

+ Tuition assistance for employees and family:**https://www.hr.utah.edu/benefits/tuition.php**

+ Free UTA transport pass:**https://commuterservices.utah.edu/uta/**

+ See details about these benefits and others at:**https://www.hr.utah.edu/benefits/**

+ Total Compensation Calculator (web link)

Responsibilities

Responsibilities:

This position will assist in coordinating the technical and administrative details involved in a clinical or research study, including but not limited to, the following:

+ Providing back-up team coverage when needed.

Essential Functions:

Responsible for study maintenance

Uphold institutional and departmental expectations and policies.

Study Operations

+ Support the clinical Principal Investigator (PI) in daily trial activities.

+ 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. 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. Advises team regarding specific study assignments and timelines.

+ Determines length of visits and coordinates related facility and equipment availability.

+ Completes, audits, corrects CRFs, relays CRFs to sponsor.

+ Maintains documents as required by FDA guidelines.

+ May maintain contact with IRB and prepare and submit IRB documents.

+ May ensure proper collection, processing and shipment of specimens.

+ Manage communication and problem-solving related to study execution.

+ Collects, compiles and enters data into study electronic data capture system.

+ Schedules appointments, visits and meetings.

+ Performs quality control through audits in order to resolve discrepancies and overlaps with data.

+ Assist CRC and Sr CRC with preparing for audit and monitoring visits.

Finance

+ None

Regulatory

+ Assist in protocol modifications.

+ Ensure training requirements are met for study personnel.

+ Cooperate with compliance efforts related to sponsored program administration and human research participant protection.

+ Reports and tracks adverse events (AE) and reports them to the study lead(s). Reports serious AEs to study leads to inform IRB and sponsor.

+ Documents all protocol deviations, reconciles test article accountability at study close out and may assist in preparing summary report for sponsor.

Supervision

+ Report to the program manager and senior clinical research coordinator (if applicable) for study-related items and the clinical research manager.

Onboarding

+ None

+ The study coordinator may be responsible for other duties as assigned.

Comments

Work Environment and Level of Frequency that may be required

Nearly Continuously: Office environment.

Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required

Nearly Continuously: Sitting, hearing, listening, talking.

Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking.

Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead.

The staff member must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit. The individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of life span growth and development and the ability to assess data regarding the patient’s status and provide care as described in the department’s policies and procedures manual.

Minimum Qualifications

+ Bachelor’s degree in a related field, or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience) required. IRB CITI Course in the Protection of Human Research subjects certificate obtained within six months of hire, and demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills are also required.

+ Some departments may require IATA DGR training within six months.

+ 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.

+ Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

Preferences

+ Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills

+ Knowledge of Good Clinical Practices, FDA , HIPAA and IRB regulations.

+ Experience with the IRB and ERICA

+ Experience with EPIC and electronic data capture systems, like REDCap

+ Experience in a health-care setting or health care certification.

+ Ability to work as part of a team and also work independently.

**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 patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for all.

All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. 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.

The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and 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.

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