Clinical Research Nurse

• →Works with research participants across the lifespan, including pediatric, adult, and geriatric populations.
• →Provides direct patient care: Performs nursing assessments, conducts protocol specified procedures, administers study medications/investigational products, and monitors patient safety during visits.
• →Collects and manages data: Records clinical data, maintains case report forms, and supports data integrity for audits and monitoring visits.
• →Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams including physicians, coordinators, and lab staff to support study progress.
• →Educates participants and families: Explains study procedures and provide ongoing support across study timeline.
• →Adheres to ICH-GCP guidelines, professional nursing practice standards, patient-centered care principles and evidence based best practices in all interactions with research participants.
• →Reports adverse drug reactions and other safety concerns to the Principal Investigator and study team.
• →Interprets information from caregivers, nurses, or physicians about patient condition, treatment plans, or appropriate activities.
• →Has a solid understanding of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human injuries, diseases, and deformities. This includes symptoms, treatment alternatives, drug properties and interactions, and preventive health-care measures.
• →Performs other related work as needed.

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing.

• Two years of experience as a nurse in clinical research coordination/management.

​Preferred Competencies

• Fundamental working knowledge of clinical research.
• Knowledge of patient care fundamentals, including aseptic principles and techniques.
• Ability to provide direct patient care in a professional and respectful manner.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Ability to read documents or instruments.
• Ability to perform multiple concurrent tasks with occasional interruptions.
• Ability to exercise discretion and confidentiality while handling sensitive situations.
• Ability to solve problems by applying math or reasoning principles.
• Ability to adapt to changing working situations and work assignments.
• Strong phlebotomy and venous access (IV) skills.
   

• This role works in a fast-paced clinical setting.
   

• Resume/CV (required)
• Cover Letter (required)

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FLSA Status

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Pay Range

The included pay rate or range represents the University’s good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting.

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