Entry Level Pediatric Oncologist Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Announcement
Details
Open Date
06/25/2026
Requisition Number
PRN45468B
Job Title
Clinical Project Managers
Working Title
Clinical Project Managers
Career Progression Track
P00
Track Level
P2 - Developing, P1 - Entry Level Pro
FLSA Code
Administrative
Patient Sensitive Job Code?
Yes
Standard Hours per Week
40
Full Time or Part Time?
Full Time
Shift
Day
Work Schedule Summary
Monday - Friday, between 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Hours may vary based on operational needs.
Opportunities for a hybrid two-day weekly telework schedule may be considered after the initial training period, provided the arrangement is supported by operational needs and individual performance. Telework arrangements are not guaranteed and may be modified or discontinued at any time based on business requirements or performance. Employees approved for hybrid telework must provide their own private workspace, secure internet connection, and demonstrate the ability to work independently.
VP Area
U of U Health - Academics
Department
00848 - Pediatric Administration
Location
Campus
City
Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment
External Posting
Pay Rate Range
Depends on Experience
Close Date
09/25/2026
Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)
Job Summary
Job Summary:
The Division of Hematology, Oncology, BMT has an immediate opening for a Clinical Project Manager in the Department of Pediatrics at the University of Utah Spencer F. Eccles School of Medicine. This position will be responsible to coordinate all aspects of clinical studies from after study initiation for the pediatric oncology team. Participate in site initiation visits. Prepare study-related documentation such as approved informed consent documents, quality of life questionnaires, and laboratory orders, according to the protocol. Maintain required records and ensure compliance with protocols, regulatory regulations, and overall clinical objectives. Record patient registration in management systems, including EPIC, Oncore, RedCap, and iMedidata Rave. Utilize project management methodologies, coordinate with cross-functional teams, resolve issues within the clinical study, and ensure that all targets, timelines, budgets, and requirements are met.
This position may require occasional travel to our Lehi location. Clinical trials are often the standard of care for pediatric, adolescent, and young adult oncology patients, making this role vital not only to division operations but more importantly to the patients and families we serve.
This position is posted at multiple job levels. Each level has distinct qualifications, responsibilities, which will be evaluated during the selection process. Final placement, including the associated pay rate, will be determined based on business needs and budget considerations.
Department Summary:
The Department of Pediatrics is the second largest department in the University of Utah School of Medicine and one of the largest pediatric departments in the country. We are committed to improving the lives of children through excellence in advocacy, education, research, and clinical care. For more information about the Department of Pediatrics, please visit:http://medicine.utah.edu/pediatrics/. Mutual respect and appreciation are highly valued in the department.
Benefits Summary:
The University of Utah offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Excellent health care coverage at affordable rates (see the Summary Comparison for more information)
• 14.2% retirement contributions
• Generous paid leave time
• 11 paid Holidays per year
• 50% tuition reduction for employees, spouses, and dependent children
• Flex spending accounts
• University provided basic employee life insurance coverage equal to a salary of up to $25,000
• Variety of elective insurance coverage, including life insurance, short and long-term disability, accidental death & dismemberment, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and pet.
• Free transit on most UTA services
• Employee discounts on a variety of products and services, including cell phones & plans, entertainment, health and fitness, restaurants, retail, and travel
• Professional development opportunities

Additional benefits information is available at https://benefits.utah.edu/.
Employee Health Requirements:
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.
Responsibilities
Essential Functions:
Coordinate all aspects of clinical studies after study initiation for the pediatric oncology team. Prepare study-related documentation such as approved informed consent documents, quality of life questionnaires, and laboratory orders, according to the protocol. Maintain required records and ensure compliance with protocols, regulatory regulations, and overall clinical objectives. Record patient registration in management systems, including EPIC, Oncore, RedCap, and iMedidata Rave. Utilize project management methodologies, coordinate with cross-functional teams, resolve issues within the clinical study, and ensure that all targets, timelines, budgets, and requirements are met.

1. Coordinate patient recruitment, eligibility verification, informed consent, and registration for clinical trials in collaboration with the attending physician and study team.
2. Prepare and maintain all required study documentation for newly enrolled patients, including consent forms, eligibility criteria, and pre-treatment requirements.
3. Coordinate the collection, processing, and shipment of protocol-required specimens, pathology materials, imaging, and quality of life surveys in accordance with study guidelines and regulatory requirements.
4. Ensure accurate and timely preparation of treatment roadmaps and conduct daily reviews of clinic schedules to support patient care; assist clinical staff in obtaining current treatment plans for inpatient and outpatient settings.
5. Maintain current knowledge of assigned clinical trial protocols by reviewing updates, amendments, and closures; communicate regularly with study groups and consortia.
6. Oversee protocol compliance, including quality control, documentation accuracy, identification and reporting of protocol deviations, and preparation of required reports for regulatory agencies and sponsoring organizations.
7. Facilitate communication between physician investigators, study sponsors, and coordinating centers; assist with study-related correspondence and issue resolution.
8. Ensure accurate routing of research-related charges in accordance with institutional and study-specific billing requirements.
9. Prepare for and support internal and external audits, site visits, and peer reviews by maintaining complete and accurate regulatory and study documentation.
10. Provide cross-coverage and support for team functions as needed; perform additional duties as assigned.
11. Ensure the accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of clinical trial data by performing data entry, validation, and reconciliation across source documents and EDC systems; proactively manage and resolve data queries; and support audit readiness through high-quality, inspection-ready documentation.

The following job levels and associated pay rates will be considered based on job placement. Final placement, including the corresponding pay rate, will be determined by the department in alignment with business needs and budget considerations.
Clinical Project Manager, I
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) with up to 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: PZ6481
Grade: P13
Expected Pay Range: $46,584 to $63,300
Clinical Project Manager, II
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: PZ6482
Grade: P15
Expected Pay Range: $56,367 to $76,593
Disclaimer:
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.
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 Project Manager, I: Requires a bachelor's (or equivalency) with up to 2 years of directly related work experience or a master's (or equivalency) degree.
Clinical Project Manager, II: Requires a bachelor's (or equivalency) + 4 years or a master's (or equivalency) + 2 years of directly related work experience.
Preferences
Preferences:

• At least 2 years of directly related work experience (or equivalency).
• ACRP/SOCRA Certification.

The Department will screen applicants according to the identified 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.
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