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Clinical Research Coordinator

Syracuse University

Syracuse University

Administration
USD 16-25 / hour
Posted on Mar 27, 2026

Posting Details

Posting Details
Job # 042689
Department Code 21826
Department Center For Health and Behavior
Job Title Clinical Research Coordinator
Location Syracuse, NY
Campus Syracuse, NY
Commitment to On-Campus Experience
Syracuse University is committed to delivering an exceptional student experience through vibrant, engaged campus communities. This position is based at the above campus location and requires regular in-person presence to support our students, collaborate with colleagues, and contribute to our thriving academic environment. Syracuse University values the collaboration, mentorship, and spontaneous connections that happen when our community works together on campus. Remote work arrangements are limited in accordance with University policy.
Pay Range $16.00 - $25.00 Per Hour
Pay Determination
Pay rates at Syracuse University are based on a combination of factors including, but not limited to, the job responsibilities; the candidate’s education, training, work experience and key competencies; the university’s strategic priorities; internal peer equity; applicable federal, state, local laws, grant funding and contractual requisites; and external market analyses.
Staff Level 00
FLSA Status Non-exempt
Hours
Standard University business hours

8:30am – 5:00pm (academic year)
8:00am – 4:30pm (summer)

Hours may vary based on operational needs.
Job Type Part-time
Unionized Position Code Not Applicable
Job Description
The Center for Health Behavior Research & Innovation at Syracuse University seeks Clinical Research Coordinator to support a federally funded FDA study examining nicotine vaping and addiction. This project investigates how different nicotine formulations influence nicotine exposure, subjective experience, and patterns of use using controlled laboratory research methods. The coordinator will recruit and schedule participants, coordinate study visits, administer behavioral assessments, operate research equipment, and manage study data. Study activities occur in collaboration with an interdisciplinary research team and include work conducted in partnership with SUNY Upstate Medical University at a clinical research facility in Syracuse. The position provides hands-on experience with human laboratory research, addiction science, and federally funded regulatory science. Coordinators work closely with faculty, postdoctoral researchers, and trainees and may contribute to manuscripts, conference presentations, and other scholarly outputs. The role is well suited for individuals seeking additional research experience prior to graduate or professional training, as well as those interested in building careers in clinical or behavioral health research.
Education and Experience
  • Bachelor’s degree in psychology, neuroscience, public health, biology, sociology, or a related discipline.
  • Applicants completing the final year of a bachelor’s program may be considered with proof of degree by the start date.
  • Candidates must be able to work in person in Syracuse and participate in laboratory-based research activities at a clinical research facility.
  • Preferred qualifications include experience with human subjects research, behavioral assessment, participant recruitment, or data management.
  • Experience with REDCap, laboratory-based research procedures, or physiological and behavioral data collection is helpful but not required.
  • A minimum commitment of one year is expected.
Skills and Knowledge
  • Strong interpersonal skills are important when working with research participants and multidisciplinary teams.
  • Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple responsibilities are required.
  • Candidates should demonstrate reliability, attention to detail, and the ability to maintain accurate study documentation while coordinating complex research activities.
Responsibilities
  • Conduct and coordinate laboratory study visits
  • Coordinate participant sessions, administer behavioral assessments, operate puff topography and study equipment, and oversee study visit workflow.
  • Recruit, screen, schedule, and retain participants
  • Recruit participants using approved channels; conduct eligibility screening; coordinate visits and follow-up.
  • Manage data and quality assurance
  • Enter, clean, and organize datasets; maintain REDCap databases and study records; conduct quality checks.
  • Assist with manuscript preparation and research dissemination
  • Prepare tables and figures, assist with literature reviews and manuscript drafting, support conference abstracts and presentations.
  • Regulatory compliance and study documentation
  • Assist with IRB submissions, renewals, and study documentation.
  • Coordinate study logistics and team communication
  • Support collaboration with investigators, trainees, and clinical research partners.
Physical Requirements
Not Applicable
Tools/Equipment
Not Applicable
Application Instructions
In addition to completing an online application, please attach a resume and cover letter.
About Syracuse University
Syracuse University is a private, international research university with distinctive academics, diversely unique offerings, and an undeniable spirit. Located in the geographic heart of New York State, with a global footprint, and over 150 years of history, Syracuse University offers a quintessential college experience.

The scope of Syracuse University is a testament to its strengths: a pioneering history dating back to 1870; a choice of more than 200 majors, 100 minors, and 200 advanced degree programs offered across the University’s 13 schools and colleges; over 15,000 undergraduates and over 6,000 graduate students; more than a quarter of a million alumni in 160 countries; and a student population from all 50 U.S. states and 123 countries. For more information, please visit http://www.syracuse.edu.
About the Syracuse area
Syracuse is a medium-sized city situated in the geographic center of New York State approximately 250 miles northwest of New York City. The metro-area population totals approximately 500,000. The area offers a low cost of living and provides many social, cultural, and recreational options, including parks, museums, festivals, professional regional theater, and premier shopping venues. Syracuse and Central New York present a wide range of seasonal recreation and attractions ranging from water skiing and snow skiing, hiking in the Adirondacks, touring the historic sites, visiting wineries along the Finger Lakes, and biking on trails along the Erie Canal.
EEO Statement
Syracuse University is an equal-opportunity institution. The University prohibits discrimination and harassment based on race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender, national origin, citizenship, ethnicity, marital status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law to the extent prohibited by law. This nondiscrimination policy covers admissions, employment, and access to and treatment in University programs, services, and activities.
Commitment to Supporting and Hiring Veterans
Syracuse University has a long history of engaging veterans and the military-connected community through its educational programs, community outreach, and employment programs. After World War II, Syracuse University welcomed more than 10,000 returning veterans to our campus, and those veterans literally transformed Syracuse University into the national research institution it is today. The University’s contemporary commitment to veterans builds on this historical legacy, and extends to both class-leading initiatives focused on making an SU degree accessible and affordable to the post-9/11 generation of veterans, and also programs designed to position Syracuse University as the employer of choice for military veterans, members of the Guard and Reserve, and military family members.
Commitment to a Respectful and Welcoming Community
Syracuse University fosters a welcoming learning environment where students, faculty, administrators, staff, curriculum, social activities, governance, and all aspects of campus life reflect a broad range of perspectives and experiences. The University community values the many similarities and differences among individuals and groups. At Syracuse, we are committed to preparing students to engage with and appreciate the richness of backgrounds, beliefs, and experiences that shape our society. To achieve this, we strive to cultivate a community that respects and encourages open dialogue, understanding, and mutual respect.

Quick Link https://www.sujobopps.com/postings/112682
Job Posting Date 03/25/2026
Application Deadline
Full Consideration By
Job Category Temporary
Message to Applicants

Applicant Documents

Required Documents
  1. Resume/CV
  2. Cover Letter
Optional Documents

Supplemental Questions

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  1. * How did you first find out about this position?
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    • Women’s Opportunity Center
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    • Chronicle of Higher Education
    • HigherEdJobs.com
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    • InsideHigherEd.com
    • Indeed.com
    • DiverseEducation.com (Diverse Issues in Higher Education website)
    • LinkedIn Job Posting
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  2. If "other", please describe how you first found out about this position.

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