Research Administrative Coordinator

Posting Details

Posting Details

Job Title Research Administrative Coordinator Requisition Number RE54578 Working Title Department Name 40133:Clinical Research Support Office Work Location Lexington, KY Grade Level 44 Salary Range $43,805-70,075/year Type of Position Staff Position Time Status Full-Time Required Education

MA

Click here for more information about equivalencies: https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies Required Related Experience

3 yrs

Required License/Registration/Certification

None

Physical Requirements

Ability to sit for long periods of time utilizing mouse, keyboard, computer and telephone.

Shift

Fully remote position.

Monday - Friday, 8:00 am EST - 5:00 pm EST with occasional early or late meetings required.

Job Summary

Shape the Future of Clinical Research Administration at the University of Kentucky

Wildcat Wisdom, Kentucky Innovation - Supporting Discoveries, Transforming Outcomes!

Why Join Us?

The University of Kentucky's Clinical Research Support Office (CRSO) is seeking a dedicated and skilled Research Administrative Coordinator. This vital role supports and enables groundbreaking clinical research across the University.

About the Role:

This position is eligible to be fully remote.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Invoice external sponsors for complex clinical trial activities based on analysis of the Clinical Trial Agreement
• Reconcile payments received for both completed patient-care activity and invoiceable/pass-thru activities
• Serve as the OnCore finance console subject matter expert for the institution
• Prepare quarterly Clinical Trial Accounts Receivable summary to be shared with Research Financial Services (RFS) for all clinical trials managed outside of OnCore

Why Clinical Research Professionals Choose University of Kentucky

• Top 10% of Academic Medical Centers Nationwide: Recognized as a leader in research excellence and innovation.
• Forbes' Best Large Employers: Ranked among the Top 100 Employers Nationwide in 2024 and named one of Kentucky's Best Employers on Forbes' America's Best-In-State Employers list.
• 1 of 34 Universities Nationwide: Holds the prestigious trifecta of research designations in cancer, aging, and translational science.
• Flexible Remote Work Options: Enjoy the convenience of fully remote or hybrid roles while supporting groundbreaking research.
• Professional Development Opportunities: Engage in interdisciplinary collaborations, virtual conferences, and training programs to advance your career.

Want to learn more about the Department?

The Clinical Research Support Office (CRSO) provides support to investigators and study teams conducting clinical research, including clinical trials. Services provided by the CRSO include maintaining a clinical trial management system (CTMS), conducting coverage analysis, developing study budgets, negotiating payment terms with sponsors, and regulatory services. More information can be found at: https://research.uky.edu/clinical-research-support-office.

Interested in what UK Benefits have to offer?

The University of Kentucky is proud to offer a benefits package that helps us recruit and retain the very best faculty and staff. In addition to your take-home pay, your benefits package is a major component of your total compensation at UK. These benefits include our 200 percent match on eligible retirement contributions; competitive health, dental, and vision coverage; tuition benefits for classes at UK, and much more. To learn more about these benefits, please visit: https://hr.uky.edu/employment/our-benefits.

Ready to Make a Difference in Clinical Research Administration?

Are you ready to take the next step in advancing clinical research and innovation? Join us in UK's Clinical Research Support Office as the next dedicated Research Administrative Coordinator and play a pivotal role in supporting groundbreaking projects that shape the future.

The University of Kentucky uses equivalencies in determining if a potential applicant meets the minimum education and experience. Related experience can be substituted for education. Click here for more information about equivalencies: https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies.

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Skills / Knowledge / Abilities Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No Preferred Education/Experience Deadline to Apply 06/11/2026 Our University Community

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Describe your experience working with clinical trial finance.

(Open Ended Question)

• • Describe your experience with preparing and/or managing complex grant budgets, including the most challenging issue you've resolved.

(Open Ended Question)

• • Provide an example that demonstrates your ability to successfully develop and maintain productive relationships with others (customers and co-workers).

(Open Ended Question)

• • Describe your ability to handle a large and varied workload, including how you address challenges related to balancing attention to detail with working efficiently.

(Open Ended Question)

• • Please describe a situation in which you needed to follow a policy but were encouraged to work around it.

(Open Ended Question)

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Optional Documents