Clinical Research Coordinator III - Military veterans preferred

Clinical Research Coordinator III

The Department of Urology is seeking a Clinical Research Coordinator for University of Pittsburgh and UPMC-sponsored clinical trials. The position is based at the Shadyside campus but will require traveling to Presbyterian/Montefiore, Magee and Mercy. Prior clinical research experience is required.

Job Summary

Prepares grant applications, manuscripts, Institutional Review Board (IRB) applications, research papers, and assists with complex research papers. Audits research studies, monitors study budgets, resolves complex data collection issues, and implements protocol-specific study recruitment plans. Trains staff and oversees student workers; leads team meetings. Monitors study budgets and orders supplies.

Essential Functions

• Coordinate clinical research studies and drug/device trials across academic and health system settings.
• Implement research protocols in accordance with GCP and institutional policies.
• Prepare and submit IRB applications and modifications; track approval status and maintain regulatory documentation.
• Assist with clinical trial budget negotiation and reconcile payments in collaboration with the research finance office.
• Screen and assess patients for study eligibility using protocol-specific inclusion and exclusion criteria.
• Collect patient data from clinical records, imaging, and lab reports; ensure accurate and timely data entry into research databases.
• Monitor study visits and ensure protocol compliance, including adverse event reporting and documentation of protocol deviations.
• Collaborate with investigators, sponsors, CROs, and internal stakeholders to facilitate study conduct and communication.
• Assist in the preparation of progress reports, abstracts, and publications as needed.
• Supervise and train clinical research assistants, students, or trainees working under study protocols.

Physical Effort

Must be able to sit or stand for prolonged periods of time.

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Assignment Category: Full-time regular

Job Classification: Staff.Clinical Research Coordinator III

Job Family: Research

Job Sub Family: Clinical Research

Campus: Pittsburgh

Minimum Education Level Required: Master's Degree

Minimum Years of Experience Required: 1

Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience: Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement.

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m

Work Arrangement: Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m

Hiring Range: TBD Based Upon Qualifications

Relocation_Offered: No

Visa Sponsorship Provided: No

Background Check: For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check

Child Protection Clearances: Not Applicable

Required Documents: Resume

Optional Documents: Not Applicable




Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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