Clinical Research Coord II

The Lung Transplant Research Division at UPMC is a dynamic and highly specialized research department dedicated to advancing clinical knowledge and improving outcomes for lung transplant patients. The division supports a diverse and growing research portfolio, currently managing clinical research studies in various phases of enrollment, start-up, and follow-up, with additional studies anticipated in the near future.

The research team consists of one dedicated Research Coordinator and two Primary Investigators who work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary group of ancillary support staff, including Physician Assistants (PAs), Certified Registered Nurse Practitioners (CRNPs), operating room personnel, physicians, and other clinical and administrative staff. Together, these individuals contribute to the successful execution of research activities, regulatory compliance, patient recruitment, data collection, and study oversight.

Research activities are conducted across multiple UPMC facilities, including the UPMC Shadyside Medical Building, Falk Medical Building, and the UPMC Presbyterian operating rooms, requiring close coordination among clinical and research personnel.

This position plays a critical role in supporting the division's research mission by ensuring high-quality study conduct, fostering collaboration among multidisciplinary teams, and contributing to the ongoing expansion of innovative research opportunities within the Lung Transplant Program.