Lead Research Program Coordinator

University of Pittsburgh

University of Pittsburgh

Operations
Pittsburgh, PA, USA
Posted on Nov 25, 2025
Lead Research Program Coordinator
Med-Emergency Medicine - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - (25006478)

The Department of Emergency Medicine is seeking a Lead Research Program Coordinator II for the SPARC Trial, which is a prospective, randomized controlled trial that will prospectively enroll patients resuscitated from out-of-hospital cardiac arrest who are treated in emergency departments across the UPMC Health System.

Candidate responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

Organizes and coordinates complex logistics and scheduling across multiple studies to ensure protocols are completed properly

Executes protocol-related research procedures, including outreach and education. Collects structured data elements independently

Complies with federal, state, and sponsor policies, as well as Institutional policies, standard operating procedures (SOPs) and guidelines

Coordinates activities administered by the research program in the development and implementation of procedures for the program/service area

Analyzes and recommends improvements to policy and procedure

Job Summary

Coordinates high-level, protocol-related research procedures and study components and manages one study or assists with larger studies. Ensures the safety of the research and laboratory. Manages staff, audits studies, and recommends policy improvements.

Essential Functions

Excellent communication skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, One Drive and Teams.

Physical Effort

Must be able to stand and/or sit for extended periods of time and lift or carry 20 pounds.

The University of Pittsburgh is an equal opportunity employer / disability / veteran.

Assignment Category Full-time regular
Job Classification Staff.Lead Research Program Coordinator
Job Family Research
Job Sub-Family Research Program Support
Campus Pittsburgh
Minimum Education Level Required Master's Degree
Minimum Years of Experience Required 2
Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience? Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement.
Additional details about Required Licensure/Certification Clinical research trial experience is required.
Work Schedule M-F, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm - Flexible
Work Arrangement On-Campus: Teams that work on campus, in an office, or in a lab.
Hiring Range TBD Based Upon Qualifications
Relocation Offered No
Visa Sponsorship Provided No
Background Check For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check
Child Protection Clearances Not Applicable
Required Documents Resume
Optional Documents Cover Letter