Clinical Research Nurse

Updated: over 2 years ago
Location: Chicago, ILLINOIS
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: The position may have been removed or expired!

Department
 

BSD MED - Section Administrator: Nephrology Research Staff-Koyner


About the Department
 

The Section of Nephrology at The University of Chicago is comprised of nineteen faculty members, two Ph.D. scientists, ten postdoctoral fellows as well as a staff of over 20 research, administrative and clinical personnel that are devoted to a mission of excellence in patient care, education and research. The nephrology program is ranked #23 by US News and World Report survey of best hospitals in the United States


Job Summary
 

Under the direction of the clinical Principal Investigator (PI). While the Principal Investigator is primarily responsible for the overall design, conduct, and management of clinical trials, the Clinical Research Nurse oversees, facilitates and participates in the conduct of daily activities of complex clinical trials and plays a critical role in the conduct of the studies to ensure compliance with federal and institutional regulations. The Clinical Research Nurse acts as a leader within the department/unit through improving clinical research practice and serves as a resource to others. By performing these duties, the Clinical Research Nurse works with the PI, department, sponsor, and institution to support and provide guidance on the administration of the compliance, financial, personnel and other related aspects of the clinical studies.

Responsibilities

  • Participate in the conduct of clinical research trials in the Section of Nephrology. 
  • Assist with or plan and implement the clinical study's goals and objectives; organize patient enrollment planning; conduct quality assurance activities, compile and analyze data.
  • Act as a liaison with medical staff, university departments, ancillary departments and/or satellite facilities.
  • Serve as a resource person or act as a consultant within area of clinical expertise.
  • Act as a leader within the department/unit through improving clinical research practice and serving as a resource.
  • Maintain working knowledge of current protocols, and internal SOPs.
  • Be accountable for high standards of clinical research practice and assist in the development of accountability in others.
  • Develop and implement procedures, maintain records, track progress, and conduct quality assurance on data collected.
  • Oversee and participate in the coordination and conduct of complex clinical research studies and ensure compliance with federal and institutional regulations.
  • Prepare, submit, and assist Investigators with multiple levels of research documentation (i.e. IRB submissions, educational materials, reports, grant renewal reports, and study forms).
  • Provide Investigators with guidance regarding protocol requirements.
  • Maintain regulatory documentation.
  • Assist other research personnel with reports to regulatory agencies, such as the IRB, FDA and Data and Safety Review Committee.
  • Prepare for and assist with audits, inspections, and monitoring visits from regulatory agencies or sponsors.
  • Provide direct supervision of other research staff (i.e. hiring/firing, performance evaluations, disciplinary actions, approve time off, etc.), or assist.
  • Applies logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
  • Interprets information from caregivers, nurses, or physicians about patient condition, treatment plans, or appropriate activities.
  • Performs other related work as needed.


Minimum Qualifications
 

Education:

Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.

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Work Experience:

Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 5-7 years of work experience in a related job discipline.

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Certifications:

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Preferred Qualifications

Experience:

  • Nursing experience.

  • Clinical research experience.
     

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.
  • Ability to exercise discretion and confidentiality while handling sensitive situations. 
  • Ability to read medical documents and instruments.
  • Ability to train junior coordinators.
  • Ability to participate in protocol review and clinical trials evaluations
  • Excellent interpersonal skills.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication. 
  • Strong data management skills and attention to detail.
  • Ability to handle competing demands with diplomacy and enthusiasm.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with faculty and divisional clinical research infrastructure.
  • Excellent time management and ability to prioritize work assignments.
  • Ability to read and understand clinical trials protocols.
  • Familiarity with medical terminology/environment.
  • Working knowledge of Good Clinical Practices (GCP).
  • Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Adobe Acrobat.
  • Research certification (e.g., SoCRA, ACRP, Graham School Clinical Trials Management & Regulatory Compliance).
     

Application Documents

  • Resume (required)
  • Cover Letter (required)


When applying, the document(s) MUST  be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.


Job Family
 

Healthcare & Medical Services


Role Impact
 

Individual Contributor


FLSA Status
 

Exempt


Pay Frequency
 

Monthly


Scheduled Weekly Hours
 

40


Benefits Eligible
 

Yes


COVID-19 Vaccination or Approved Medical or Religious Exemption Required
 

Yes


Drug Test Required
 

Yes


Health Screen Required
 

Yes


Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required
 

No


Posting Statement
 

Effective October 15, 2021, the University of Chicago requires COVID vaccination for all students, faculty, and staff members. Individuals may claim exemption from the vaccine requirement for medical or religious reasons.
The University of Chicago is an Affirmative Action/ Equal Opportunity/Disabled/Veterans Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination.

 

Staff Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via Applicant Inquiry Form.

 

We seek a diverse pool of applicants who wish to join an academic community that places the highest value on rigorous inquiry and encourages a diversity of perspectives, experiences, groups of individuals, and ideas to inform and stimulate intellectual challenge, engagement, and exchange.

 

All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history.  A conviction does not automatically preclude University employment.  Rather, the University considers conviction information on a case-by-case basis and assesses the nature of the offense, the circumstances surrounding it, the proximity in time of the conviction, and its relevance to the position.

 

The University of Chicago's Annual Security & Fire Safety Report (Report) provides information about University offices and programs that provide safety support, crime and fire statistics, emergency response and communications plans, and other policies and information. The Report can be accessed online at: http://securityreport.uchicago.edu . Paper copies of the Report are available, upon request, from the University of Chicago Police Department, 850 E. 61st Street, Chicago, IL 60637.



Department
 

BSD MED - Section Administrator: Nephrology Research Staff-Koyner


About the Department
 

The Section of Nephrology at The University of Chicago is comprised of nineteen faculty members, two Ph.D. scientists, ten postdoctoral fellows as well as a staff of over 20 research, administrative and clinical personnel that are devoted to a mission of excellence in patient care, education and research. The nephrology program is ranked #23 by US News and World Report survey of best hospitals in the United States


Job Summary
 

Under the direction of the clinical Principal Investigator (PI). While the Principal Investigator is primarily responsible for the overall design, conduct, and management of clinical trials, the Clinical Research Nurse oversees, facilitates and participates in the conduct of daily activities of complex clinical trials and plays a critical role in the conduct of the studies to ensure compliance with federal and institutional regulations. The Clinical Research Nurse acts as a leader within the department/unit through improving clinical research practice and serves as a resource to others. By performing these duties, the Clinical Research Nurse works with the PI, department, sponsor, and institution to support and provide guidance on the administration of the compliance, financial, personnel and other related aspects of the clinical studies.

Responsibilities

  • Participate in the conduct of clinical research trials in the Section of Nephrology. 
  • Assist with or plan and implement the clinical study's goals and objectives; organize patient enrollment planning; conduct quality assurance activities, compile and analyze data.
  • Act as a liaison with medical staff, university departments, ancillary departments and/or satellite facilities.
  • Serve as a resource person or act as a consultant within area of clinical expertise.
  • Act as a leader within the department/unit through improving clinical research practice and serving as a resource.
  • Maintain working knowledge of current protocols, and internal SOPs.
  • Be accountable for high standards of clinical research practice and assist in the development of accountability in others.
  • Develop and implement procedures, maintain records, track progress, and conduct quality assurance on data collected.
  • Oversee and participate in the coordination and conduct of complex clinical research studies and ensure compliance with federal and institutional regulations.
  • Prepare, submit, and assist Investigators with multiple levels of research documentation (i.e. IRB submissions, educational materials, reports, grant renewal reports, and study forms).
  • Provide Investigators with guidance regarding protocol requirements.
  • Maintain regulatory documentation.
  • Assist other research personnel with reports to regulatory agencies, such as the IRB, FDA and Data and Safety Review Committee.
  • Prepare for and assist with audits, inspections, and monitoring visits from regulatory agencies or sponsors.
  • Provide direct supervision of other research staff (i.e. hiring/firing, performance evaluations, disciplinary actions, approve time off, etc.), or assist.
  • Applies logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
  • Interprets information from caregivers, nurses, or physicians about patient condition, treatment plans, or appropriate activities.
  • Performs other related work as needed.


Minimum Qualifications
 

Education:

Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.

---
Work Experience:

Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 5-7 years of work experience in a related job discipline.

---
Certifications:

---


Preferred Qualifications

Experience:

  • Nursing experience.

  • Clinical research experience.
     

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.
  • Ability to exercise discretion and confidentiality while handling sensitive situations. 
  • Ability to read medical documents and instruments.
  • Ability to train junior coordinators.
  • Ability to participate in protocol review and clinical trials evaluations
  • Excellent interpersonal skills.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication. 
  • Strong data management skills and attention to detail.
  • Ability to handle competing demands with diplomacy and enthusiasm.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with faculty and divisional clinical research infrastructure.
  • Excellent time management and ability to prioritize work assignments.
  • Ability to read and understand clinical trials protocols.
  • Familiarity with medical terminology/environment.
  • Working knowledge of Good Clinical Practices (GCP).
  • Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Adobe Acrobat.
  • Research certification (e.g., SoCRA, ACRP, Graham School Clinical Trials Management & Regulatory Compliance).
     

Application Documents

  • Resume (required)
  • Cover Letter (required)


When applying, the document(s) MUST  be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.


Job Family
 

Healthcare & Medical Services


Role Impact
 

Individual Contributor


FLSA Status
 

Exempt


Pay Frequency
 

Monthly


Scheduled Weekly Hours
 

40


Benefits Eligible
 

Yes


COVID-19 Vaccination or Approved Medical or Religious Exemption Required
 

Yes


Drug Test Required
 

Yes


Health Screen Required
 

Yes


Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required
 

No


Posting Statement
 

Effective October 15, 2021, the University of Chicago requires COVID vaccination for all students, faculty, and staff members. Individuals may claim exemption from the vaccine requirement for medical or religious reasons.
The University of Chicago is an Affirmative Action/ Equal Opportunity/Disabled/Veterans Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination.

 

Staff Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via Applicant Inquiry Form.

 

We seek a diverse pool of applicants who wish to join an academic community that places the highest value on rigorous inquiry and encourages a diversity of perspectives, experiences, groups of individuals, and ideas to inform and stimulate intellectual challenge, engagement, and exchange.

 

All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history.  A conviction does not automatically preclude University employment.  Rather, the University considers conviction information on a case-by-case basis and assesses the nature of the offense, the circumstances surrounding it, the proximity in time of the conviction, and its relevance to the position.

 

The University of Chicago's Annual Security & Fire Safety Report (Report) provides information about University offices and programs that provide safety support, crime and fire statistics, emergency response and communications plans, and other policies and information. The Report can be accessed online at: http://securityreport.uchicago.edu . Paper copies of the Report are available, upon request, from the University of Chicago Police Department, 850 E. 61st Street, Chicago, IL 60637.



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