Clinical Research Nurse Coordinator- Cancer Center

Department:
SOM KC Cancer Center Administration

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Masonic Cancer Alliance
Position Title:
Clinical Research Nurse Coordinator- Cancer Center
Job Family Group:
Professional Staff
Job Description Summary:
The Clinical Research Nurse Coordinator works collaboratively with Masonic Cancer Alliance (MCA) member sites and multidisciplinary teams, research, and hospital staff to recruit, screen, educate, and assist in the overall clinical study coordination of clinical research. The Clinical Research Nurse Coordinator will manage assigned clinical research studies by supervising a variety of complex activities involved in the collection, compilation, documentation, and analysis of clinical research data. Participates in periodic quality assurance audits of protocols.
The University of Kansas Cancer Center (KUCC) is the region's only National Cancer Institute designated comprehensive cancer center where patients gain access to the most promising therapies, cutting-edge clinical trials and world class research.
The University of Kansas Medical Center and The University of Kansas Cancer Center are committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive learning and working environment, one that nurtures growth and development for all. We encourage individuals with diverse backgrounds to apply!
Join our clinical research team and make a difference!
Job Description:

Condition of Employment: Must maintain at a minimum an LPN state license while in this position.

Required Qualifications

Education: Associate’s degree plus two years related work experience OR an equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience that equals 4 years. 

Work Experience:

• Previous clinical research experience and/or oncology experience.

• Excellent communication as evidenced by application materials.

• Experience using computer MSO Suite: Outlook, Windows, Excel and Word.

Preferred Qualifications

Licensure/Certification:

• BSN and RN license.

• Certified Clinical Research Coordinator (CCRC) or Certified Clinical Research Professional (CCRP) or other related research certification.

Work Experience:

• Experience interacting with multidisciplinary teams including physicians, administrative staff to assist in the meeting of the goals and objectives of the program or project are met.

• Basic understanding of regulations governing clinical research (CFR, GCP, HIPAA).

• Solid understanding of statutes and guidelines relevant to regulatory affairs in clinical research. 

Skills:

• Ability to recognize competing priorities and deadlines and seek guidance in management when needed.

• Communication skills including: writing and presentation.

• Strong organizational skills.

• Willingness to seek professional development opportunities like research certification.

Job Duties Outlined:

• Under the direction of the KUCC-MCA MU NCORP principal investigator evaluate potential patient eligibility for clinical trials. 

• Assist MCA clinical staff with maintaining source documents and submit electronic case report forms (CRFs) as required for clinical trials.

• Assure that clinical trial is conducted in accordance with all KUMC and other regulatory requirements.

• Recognize and report adverse events/serious adverse events to the Principal Investigator, FDA, and sponsors.  

• Assist clinical staff with understanding study procedures, as outlined in the protocol, reporting protocol deviations and developing corrective and preventive plans as needed.

• Prepare documents for distribution to MCA sites regarding eligibility and training for new trials.

• Ensure adequate study supplies are being maintained. Track study expenditures and submit reimbursement requests for study equipment, supplies and study participants. 

• Prepare documentation and participate in study monitoring visits, reviews and audits. Provide written and verbal reports to Principal Investigator and Project Manager, as required.  

• Attend continuing education, research and training seminars as requested by manager, including KUCC disease working group meetings and national NCTN meetings.

• Participate in quality assurance activities by reviewing clinical data in medical record charts, assessing pharmacy compliance with protocol criteria and reviewing study documentation to ensure compliance with GCP guidelines and FDA CFR.  

• As requested, facilitate monitoring visits, reviews and audits.  Provide written and verbal reports to Principal Investigator and Project Manager, as required.

• Coordinate closely with the Research Institute and Human Research Protection Program and have a significant working knowledge of KUMC policies and procedures. 

• Assesses feasibility of research protocol including appropriate patient population, budget and specific needs for the study if inclusion of MCA sites.

• Assist Principal Investigators with internal and external funding application submissions.

• A minimum of 20% travel.

• Other relevant duties as requested by the supervisor. 

Required Documents:

• Resume/CV

• Cover Letter

Comprehensive Benefits Package:

Coverage begins on day one for health, dental, and vision insurance and includes health expense accounts with generous employer contributions if the employee participates in a qualifying health plan. Employer-paid life insurance, long-term disability insurance, and various additional voluntary insurance plans are available. Paid time off, including vacation and sick, begins accruing upon hire, plus nine paid holidays. One paid discretionary day is available after six months of employment, and paid time off for bereavement, jury duty, military service, and parental leave is available after 12 months of employment. A retirement program with a generous employer contribution and additional voluntary retirement programs (457 or 403b) are available. https://www.kumc.edu/human-resources/benefits.html

Employee Type:
Regular
Time Type:
Full time
Rate Type:
Salary

Compensation Statement:

The pay range listed for this position is determined by our compensation program using market data and salary benchmarking. A combination of factors is considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, education, experience and training, qualifications relative to the requirements of the position, and funding. At the University of Kansas Medical Center, a reasonable estimate for the starting pay range will be the minimum to midpoint of the posted range, taking into account the combination of factors listed above. 

Pay Range:
$65,000.00 - $99,000.00

Minimum

$65,000.00

Midpoint

$82,000.00

Maximum

$99,000.00