"CLINICAL RESEARCH ADMINISTRATOR I"

The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB), Med - Cardiovascular Disease, is seeking a Clinical Research Administrator I. We are seeking a motivated and organized Clinical Research Administrator I to support the financial and administrative operations of our clinical research program. This position is integral to managing the business aspects of clinical trials, including budget development, sponsor negotiations, financial reconciliation, and regulatory documentation. The successful candidate will work closely with principal investigators, study teams, and external sponsors to ensure accurate financial management of approximately 10 active industry and NIH-funded trials.

General Responsibilities

• To manage intake, triage, assessment and distribution of study materials.
• To collect and process information related to studies.
• To maintain records and documentation.
• To maintain study s compliance with institutional requirements.
• To work with sponsors/study team to arrange required trainings and meetings.
• To maintain familiarity with appropriate Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines and regulations.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

1. Budget development and sponsor negotiations.
2. Invoicing to sponsors and payment reconciliation.
3. OnCore Financial Console management (budget build, charge entry, payment posting).
4. Patient visit reimbursements and tracking.
5. Administrative and regulatory support for industry and NIH-funded clinical trials (e.g., documentation, communications, and maintaining records).
6. Coordination with study teams, research administration, and sponsors to ensure timely financial management
7. Performs other duties as assigned.

Hourly Range

$18.85 - $30.65

Qualifications

High School diploma or GED required.

Preferences

• Proficiency in Excel and budget reconciliation.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple complex accounts simultaneously.
• Excellent communication and follow-up skills.