Clinical Research Coordinator 2, School of Nursing

The University of Virginia School of Nursing seeks a highly organized, collaborative, and motivated Clinical Research Coordinator 2 (CRC 2), Non-Licensed to support federally and institutionally funded research focused on improving reproductive and maternal health outcomes, with particular attention on persons with disabilities.

The Clinical Research Coordinator will work closely with the Principal Investigator and a multidisciplinary investigative team on multiple research projects, including an NIH-funded R01. The coordinator will play a central role in the day-to-day management and implementation of these studies and will work with investigators, research staff, students, community and clinical partners, and collaborating institutions.

Key Responsibilities

The Clinical Research Coordinator will coordinate and support research activities across multiple studies. Responsibilities may include:

• Coordinate day-to-day implementation of research protocols in collaboration with the Principal Investigator and investigative team.
• Manage study timelines, milestones, deliverables, and regulatory requirements across multiple concurrent projects.
• Prepare, submit, and maintain Institutional Review Board (IRB) applications, amendments, continuing reviews, protocols, consent documents, and other regulatory materials.
• Coordinate participant recruitment, screening, enrollment, informed consent, scheduling, and retention activities.
• Conduct or coordinate participant interviews, surveys, and other research data collection activities in accordance with study protocols.
• Maintain accurate and complete study records, including regulatory documentation, participant tracking systems, study logs, and standard operating procedures.
• Develop and maintain REDCap databases and other secure research data-management systems; monitor data completeness and quality.
• Conduct routine data quality assurance and work with investigators and analysts to resolve data discrepancies.
• Coordinate qualitative research activities, which may include scheduling and conducting interviews, managing transcription, preparing data for analysis, and assisting with qualitative data organization and coding.
• Schedule and coordinate investigative team meetings, prepare agendas and study updates, document decisions and action items, and monitor completion of follow-up activities.
• Facilitate communication and research activities across UVA and collaborating institutions, including 4-VA partners.
• Assist with preparation of progress reports, presentations, manuscripts, abstracts, and other dissemination products.
• Track study expenditures and work with the PI and research administration staff to support appropriate use of grant funds.
• Assist with purchasing, participant payments/incentives, research agreements, and other study-related administrative processes.
• Develop and maintain study manuals, workflows, recruitment materials, training documents, and standard operating procedures.
• Train and provide day-to-day guidance to undergraduate and graduate research assistants and other study personnel.
• Ensure research activities are conducted in accordance with study protocols, institutional policies, human-subjects protections, and applicable federal regulations.
• Participate in regular meetings with the PI and investigative team and proactively identify operational challenges, competing deadlines, and potential solutions.
• Perform other research-related responsibilities necessary to support successful completion of study aims.

Research Environment

The coordinator will join an active and collaborative research environment within the University of Virginia School of Nursing. The research team conducts interdisciplinary work at the intersection of reproductive and maternal health, disability, healthcare access, and health outcomes using quantitative, qualitative, and mixed-methods approaches.

The position provides opportunities to participate in multiple stages of the research process, collaborate with investigators across institutions and disciplines, contribute to scientific presentations and publications, and mentor students involved in research.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education: Bachelor's Degree Required or equivalent combination of experience, education and or certifications.

Experience: At least one year of clinical research experience. Some experience in a healthcare setting and/or knowledge of medical terminology is preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in nursing, public health, psychology, social or behavioral science, health sciences, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Demonstrated experience coordinating projects, research activities, clinical programs, or similarly complex work.
• Excellent organizational skills with demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, and stakeholders.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to accurate documentation.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.
• Ability to interact professionally and sensitively with research participants and community partners.
• Proficiency with standard Microsoft Office applications and willingness to learn research-specific software and systems.

• Previous experience coordinating human-subjects research, particularly NIH- or federally funded research.
• Experience with IRB submissions and regulatory documentation.
• Experience with participant recruitment, informed consent, interviewing, or longitudinal participant follow-up.
• Experience using REDCap or comparable research data-management systems.
• Experience coordinating multi-site or multi-institutional research.
• Experience supervising or mentoring student research assistants.
• Knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and human-subjects research requirements.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

This is primarily a sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers. The job does occasionally require traveling some distance to attend meetings, and programs.

Anticipated hiring range for non-licensed CRCs:

• CRC2 - $58,000-68,000 annual (exempt)

This is an exempt-level, benefited position. Learn more about UVA benefits.

This is a restricted position, which is dependent on funding and is contingent upon funding availability.

This position is based in Charlottesville, VA, and must be performed fully on-site.

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Additional Requirements

Background checks, pre-employment health screenings, and drug screenings will be conducted on all new hires prior to employment.

How to Apply

Please apply online, by searching for requisition number R0088254. Complete an application with the following documents:

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Upload all materials into the resume submission field. You can submit multiple documents into this one field or combine them into one PDF. Applications without all required documents will not receive full consideration.

Internal applicants: Search and apply for jobs on the UVA Internal Careers website.

Reference Check Process

Reference checks will be completed by UVA's third-party partner, SkillSurvey, during the final phase of the interview. Five references will be requested, with at least three responses required.

Contact

For questions about the application process, please contact Jeremy Brofft, Senior Academic Recruiter at xmf9ad@virginia.edu.

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA's commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.