CRC2-3 non-licensed, Anesthesiology

University of Virginia•Charlottesville, VA

21d•$64,000 - $70,000•Onsite

About The Position

The University of Virginia (UVA) School of Medicine Department of Anesthesiology is seeking a non-licensed Clinical Research Coordinator at the CRC-2 or CRC-3 level to join Dr. Patrick Finan’s research team. The Finan Lab studies psychological, behavioral, and neurobiological factors underlying pain and its treatment. The role coordinates complex, federally funded and investigator-initiated studies in behavioral pain research, experimental pain testing, and clinical outcomes research involving healthy volunteers and patient populations. The level of independence and responsibility will correspond to the selected candidate’s qualifications and experience. The position works with the Principal Investigator, co-investigators, research staff, and multidisciplinary collaborators across the University. It is based in Charlottesville, Virginia, and must be performed fully on-site. This is a restricted, benefited, exempt-level position dependent on funding availability. The anticipated hiring range is $64,000–$70,000, commensurate with education and experience.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of experience, education, and/or certifications.
For CRC-2: at least one year of clinical research experience.
For CRC-3: at least three years of clinical research experience; a master’s degree may substitute for one year of clinical research experience.
For CRC-3: CCRC and/or CCRP certification is required within one year of hire.

Nice To Haves

For CRC-2, some experience in a healthcare setting and/or knowledge of medical terminology.
For CRC-3, CCRC and/or CCRP certification at the time of hire.
Exceptional oral and written interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to work independently and manage multiple research projects simultaneously at the CRC-3 level, or to take on increasing independence with growing experience at the CRC-2 level.
Strong organizational abilities and meticulous record-keeping.
Experience with pain research, behavioral research, and/or experimental pain testing methodologies.
Knowledge of clinical research regulations, Good Clinical Practice, and acute care or perioperative research settings.

Responsibilities

Coordinate assigned clinical research projects in collaboration with the Principal Investigator and study team; CRC-3 staff work with minimal supervision and increased responsibility.
Apply knowledge of regulatory requirements for FDA- and non-FDA-regulated studies and ensure adherence to study protocols and Good Clinical Practice.
Support or facilitate study start-up, including contract and budget review, regulatory submissions, and communications with sponsors and funding agencies.
Coordinate one or more clinical trials or research projects simultaneously; CRC-3 staff may manage large, complex, or multi-site studies.
Manage ongoing study activities, including recruitment, screening, informed consent, data collection, off-study visits, safety reporting, and compliance oversight.
Prepare and submit IRB documentation, including personnel changes, continuing reviews, protocol modifications, deviations, and adverse or unanticipated event reports.
Reconcile study billing, identify charges covered by the study versus those billed to participants or third-party payors, and support sponsor invoicing and payment reconciliation.
Orient and train new study team members.
Promptly notify the Principal Investigator or supervisor of issues related to study conduct or participant status, and communicate effectively with study sponsors.
Liaise with University departments and units to support research activities in the Finan Lab.
Use clinical research platforms, including IRB Pro, Protocol Builder, CRConnect, OnCore, e-regulatory platforms, and Epic.
Support investigator-initiated research through literature searches, collation of research materials, and assistance with abstract and manuscript preparation.
Enhance clinical research knowledge through training, mentorship, and self-directed learning.
Perform other duties as assigned.