Clinical Research Coordinator

Department

BSD RAO - Operations

About the Department

The Department of Radiation and Cellular Oncology at the University of Chicago is renowned for advancing the field of radiation oncology through pioneering new clinical approaches, the use of cutting-edge technologies, and impactful translational research. Our distinguished and diverse team of physicians, scientists, and physicists collaboratively provide exceptional patient care while driving scientific discoveries that shape the future of cancer treatment.

Job Summary

The Clinical Research Coordinator supports, facilitates and coordinates independently the daily clinical trial activities and plays a critical role in the conduct of the study. This position offers you the opportunity to lead patient recruitment, coordinate study visits, and conduct informed consent discussions while ensuring protocol adherence and patient safety. The Clinical Research Coordinator will oversee specimen handling, perform study assessments, manage case report forms and adverse event documentation, and safeguard patient data. In addition, this position will liaise with principal investigators, sponsors, CROs, and regulatory bodies, and prepare and maintain IRB submissions and approvals.

Responsibilities

• Plays a central role in managing all aspects of clinical trials from start-up through close-out.

• Lead patient recruitment, coordinate study visits, and conduct informed consent discussions while ensuring protocol adherence and patient safety.

• Oversee specimen handling, perform study assessments, manage case report forms and adverse event documentation, and safeguard patient data with meticulous attention to confidentiality and compliance.

• Liaise with principal investigators, sponsors, CROs, and regulatory bodies, and prepare and maintain IRB submissions and approvals.

• Training new staff, participating in audits, resolving logistical and administrative challenges, and maintaining detailed research records.

• Accountable for all tasks in basic clinical studies.

• Assists with various professional, organizational, and operational tasks under direct supervision.

• Supports quality assurance reviews conducted by study sponsors, federal agencies, or specially designated review groups.

• Uses knowledge of clinical studies to coordinate the collection of analyzable clinical research data and/or samples.

• Performs other related work as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

Education:

Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.

Work Experience:

Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through < 2 years of work experience in a related job discipline.

Certifications:

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Preferred Qualifications

Experience:

• Experience in conducting oncology trials and research.

Working Conditions

• Clinical Environment.

Application Documents

• Resume (required)

• Cover Letter (preferred)

When applying, the document(s) MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.

Job Family

Research

Role Impact

Individual Contributor

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Drug Test Required

Yes

Health Screen Required

Yes

Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required

No

Pay Rate Type

Salary

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FLSA Status

Exempt

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Pay Range

$50,000.00 - $65,000.00

The included pay rate or range represents the University’s good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting.

Benefits Eligible

Yes

The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook.

Posting Statement

The University of Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and does not