Clinical Trial Nurses (R.N.)

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Open Date 08/11/2026 Requisition Number PRN45889B Job Title Clinical Trial Nurses (R.N.) Working Title Clinical Trial Nurse (R.N.) Career Progression Track P00 Track Level P3 - Career, P2 - Developing, P1 - Entry Level Pro FLSA Code Nonexempt Patient Sensitive Job Code? Yes Standard Hours per Week 40 Full Time or Part Time? Full Time Shift Day Work Schedule Summary

Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm. Some earlier mornings and later evenings may be required.

VP Area U of U Health - Academics Department 00931 - Ob/Gyn Research Network Location Campus City Salt Lake City, UT Type of Recruitment External Posting Pay Rate Range 25.00 to 54.00 Close Date 10/26/2026 Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time) Job Summary

Provide treatment, monitoring, and follow-up analysis for clinical trial participants. Take health histories, watch for negative effects, and collect samples. Adhere to federal and regulatory requirements regarding patient information. Work collaboratively with team members and physicians. Identify potential clinical trial participants and oversee the process of recruiting those patients for experimental research. Ensure patient has information about the trial's potential benefits and risks, and that all information is understood well enough to give informed consent. Requires the Registered Nurse (R.N.) credential. Requires basic skill set and proficiency. Conduct work assignments as directed. Closely supervised with little latitude for independent judgment.

This position is patient-sensitive and must fulfill all associated vaccination requirements, or be approved for an exemption, prior to the first day of work. We protect our patients, coworkers and community by requiring all patient-sensitive employees to be immunized according to CDC standards and hospital policy. Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations.

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The department may choose to hire at any of the below job levels and associated pay rates based on their business need and budget.

Responsibilities

• Assesses and ensures subject safety during trial.
• Proposes and negotiates alternatives for protocol. Educates staff about the scientific aspects of the study.
• Applies pharmacological knowledge to help PI determine idiosyncrasies and unexpected results. Evaluates adverse events (AE), intervenes when necessary and reports details to PI. Conducts follow-up to determine resolution of AE. Reports serious AEs to IRB and sponsor.
• Presents related information to community for recruitment purposes or to other research professionals in a variety of settings.
• Mentors and trains new and subordinate employees.
• Helps determine personnel required to complete trial and develop the timeline for trial completion. Reviews study related data to assure compliance with study protocol.
• Prepares emergency use report.
• Manages pharmacokinetic collection and storage.
• Relates lab results to PI and sponsor.
• Ensures appropriate maintenance and calibration of equipment.
• May perform bedside care.

This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

Team Culture

• Supports a transparent and supportive work environment
• Reliable, displays a positive attitude, does not engage in gossip, supports the team and is flexible
• Communicates problems, issues and frustrations to supervisor and/or OB/WCSL Leadership

University of Utah Health Benefits Package

University of Utah Health is proud to offer a generous benefits package! Our healthcare plans include medical and dental coverage, prescriptions, basic vision coverage, and behavior health benefits. Employees are eligible for a discount of up to $25 per month on their premiums for participating in our Well-U Wellness Program. Our retirement plan includes automatic enrollment into our University-funded 401(a) plan with a contribution rate of 14.2%! Additional benefits include half-off tuition for employees, their spouses, and their dependent children, University-provided Part I life insurance, and discounts through many retail vendors who have teamed up with the University. Visit our Benefits website for more information at www.hr.utah.edu/benefits.

Clinical Trial Nurse (R.N.), I

Provide treatment, monitoring, and follow-up analysis for clinical trial participants. Take health histories, watch for negative effects, and collect samples. Adhere to federal and regulatory requirements regarding patient information. Work collaboratively with team members and physicians. Identify potential clinical trial participants and oversee the process of recruiting those patients for experimental research. Ensure patient has information about the trial's potential benefits and risks, and that all information is understood well enough to give informed consent. Requires the Registered Nurse (R.N.) credential. Requires basic skill set and proficiency. Conduct work assignments as directed. Closely supervised with little latitude for independent judgment.

Requires a bachelor's (or equivalency) + 2 years of directly related work experience or a master's (or equivalency) degree.

This is an Entry-Level position in the General Professional track.

Job Code: PZ6611

Grade: P15

Clinical Trial Nurse (R.N.), II

Provide treatment, monitoring, and follow-up analysis for clinical trial participants. Take health histories, watch for negative effects, and collect samples. Adhere to federal and regulatory requirements regarding patient information. Work collaboratively with team members and physicians. Identify potential clinical trial participants and oversee the process of recruiting those patients for experimental research. Ensure patient has information about the trial's potential benefits and risks, and that all information is understood well enough to give informed consent. Requires the Registered Nurse (R.N.) credential. Requires moderate skill set and proficiency in discipline. Conducts work assignments of increasing complexity, under moderate supervision with some latitude for independent judgment.

Requires a bachelor's (or equivalency) + 4 years or a master's (or equivalency) + 2 years of directly related work experience.

This is a Developing-Level position in the General Professional track.

Job Code: PZ6612

Grade: P17

Clinical Trial Nurse (R.N.), III

Provide treatment, monitoring, and follow-up analysis for clinical trial participants. Take health histories, watch for negative effects, and collect samples. Adhere to federal and regulatory requirements regarding patient information. Work collaboratively with team members and physicians. Identify potential clinical trial participants and oversee the process of recruiting those patients for experimental research. Ensure patient has information about the trial's potential benefits and risks, and that all information is understood well enough to give informed consent. Requires the Registered Nurse (R.N.) credential. Considered highly skilled and proficient in discipline. Conducts complex, important work under minimal supervision and with wide latitude for independent judgment.

Requires a bachelor's (or equivalency) + 6 years or a master's (or equivalency) + 4 years of directly related work experience.

This is a Career-Level position in the General Professional track.

Job Code: PZ6613

Grade: P19

Minimum Qualifications

EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT: 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience (Example: bachelor's degree = 4 years of directly related work experience).

Department may hire employee at one of the following job levels:

Clinical Trial Nurse (R.N.), I: Requires a bachelor's (or equivalency) + 2 years of directly related work experience or a master's (or equivalency) degree.

Clinical Trial Nurse (R.N.), II: Requires a bachelor's (or equivalency) + 4 years or a master's (or equivalency) + 2 years of directly related work experience.

Clinical Trial Nurse (R.N.), III: Requires a bachelor's (or equivalency) + 6 years or a master's (or equivalency) + 4 years of directly related work experience.

Requires current RQI Healthcare Provider eCredential through the University of Utah Health RQI system. The eCredential is to be obtained within 30 days of hire.

Preferences Type Benefited Staff Special Instructions Summary Additional Information

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems ("URS"). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS' post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.

Veterans' preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran's status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.

To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator's office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at the: University of Utah Non‑Discrimination page.

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As per University of Utah policy 5-108: Transfer of Benefits Eligible Staff Members, a new hire to the University of Utah who is still serving a 12 month probationary period will not be hired into another University of Utah job (a transfer) until the successful completion of the probationary period.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • What is your highest level of completed education?

• None

• High School Diploma or Equivalent

• Associate Degree

• Bachelor's Degree

• Master's Degree

• Doctorate Degree

• • How many years of related work experience do you have?

• Less than 2 years

• 2 years or more, but less than 4 years

• 4 years or more, but less than 6 years

• 6 years or more, but less than 8 years

• 8 years or more, but less than 10 years

• 10 years or more, but less than 12 years

• 12 years or more, but less than 14 years

• 14 years or more

• Do you have current licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Utah or equivalency?

• Yes

• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter