Clinical Research Coordinator (Staff Wage)

The School of Nursing (PI Anderson) is currently seeking a non-licensed or licensed Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC) or trainee. This position is open to applicants who meet the requirements of a Clinical Research Trainee or CRC 1, 2, 3 or 4. The CRC will work closely with study team including research staff, students, healthcare workers at the Blue Ridge Medical Center, as well as research participants. This study is funded by the Humana Foundation and is focused on developing a Food Pharmacy, nutrition counseling, and nutrition classes for older patients with high blood pressure, diabetes, and heart disease. The successful candidate will be responsible for coordinating all aspects of clinical research from study start-up to study completion and archiving of study records. This position is from September 8, 2025 until January 30, 2026, with the possibility to extend until June 30, 2026.

Position Summary:

Clinical Research Coordinators, work independently and have the authority to adapt methods and procedures to meet the needs of the clinical trial. They are focused on the long-term goals of clinical research trial and process. The successful candidate will be required to manage the project in accordance with current regulatory requirements and maintain all study documentation in a manner that is 'audit ready'. The successful candidate must also possess excellent interpersonal skills, organizational skills and the ability to clearly articulate information to clinicians and other members of the research team.

The position will function in a hybrid work structure, primarily working at the Blue Ridge Medical Center in Arrington, Virginia with occasional remote work.

Responsibilities:

• Pre-screening of potential research participants to determine their initial eligibility and interest in a research study and adhering to important guideline to protect the privacy of the patient; screen, recruit and enroll research participants.
• Obtain informed consent from study participants and maintain telephone and in-person contact. Notify Principal Investigator and supervisor of subject status.
• Coordinates protocol related research procedures study visits and follow-up care; with oversight from the clinical research team, educates research participants and family on protocol and study intervention; facilitates study initiation and monitoring visits; works effectively with multidisciplinary, ancillary and inter-professional research teams.
• Collect subject data, enter data, and compile reports, adhering to proper research protocols. Prepare documentation, reports, graphs, and other materials. Keep appropriate logs, track participants, and prepare study materials.
• Must comply with federal, state and sponsor policies; must comply with institutional policies, procedures and guidelines; must possess basic understanding of the ethical treatment of research participants, aspects of human protection and safety in the conduct of clinical research (21 CFR 50 Protection of Human Subjects, 21 CFR 54 Financial Disclosure, 21 CFR 56 Institutional Review Boards).
• Ensures that non-serious and serious adverse events are properly identified, documented and reported per all applicable requirements; presents investigator with relevant information for determination of seriousness, causality and intervention; acts of investigator's recommendation for adverse event intervention; maintains follow-up to determine resolution of adverse event.
• Participates in meetings, and represents the UVa School of Nursing in community outreach efforts as appropriate.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree and applicable experience. Clinical Research Coordinator (CCRC) and/or Clinical Research Associate (CCRA) certification and at least four years of additional professional experience will be considered in place of degree.
• Clinical Research Coordinator (CCRC) and/or Clinical Research Associate (CCRA) required if candidate does not have degree.

Typical Expertise:

• Ability to follow set policies and procedures and adhere to regulatory guidelines in daily work. Basic knowledge of clinical research.
• Working knowledge of the specific study subject matter. Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Excellent oral and written communication in daily interactions. Ability to recruit and screen potential research participants.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficient in computer applications. Working knowledge of various database and software programs. Ability to keep detailed records and manage and analyze confidential data.
• Ability to travel to the Blue Ridge Medical Center in Arrington, Virginia.
• Violation free driving record.
• Understand the University's educational mission, strategic aims, and programs.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Licensed Clinical Research Coordinator.
• CITI certification.
• Experience in healthcare setting.

This is a wage position which is not eligible for leave or other benefits and is limited to 1500 hours of work in a year. For more information, refer to the Wage Employment link: http://uvapolicy.virginia.edu/policy/HRM-029

To apply, please submit an application online at https://jobs.virginia.edu and attach a current CV/Resume, Cover Letter and the Contact information for 3 references. Search on requisition number: R0075958.

The University will perform background checks on all new hires prior to employment. This position will also require an Education Verification and a Health Screening.

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

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