Clinical Research Nurse (Dual Post linked with Job ID 54740 - Clinical Research Coordinator)

The University of Missouri School of Medicine Medical Research Department.

(This position is a dual post linked with Job ID 54740 - Clinical Research Coordinator, and the department will be hiring one candidate. Final or offered title will be determined by qualifications of the candidate.)

* The Clinical Research Nurse will provide professional nursing care and clinical coordination of patient/subject management for participants in clinical trials. This position is responsible for screening and enroll patients to clinical trials, ensuring current and future growth enrollment targets are met while ensuring patient/subject safety and clinical trial risk to patients, investigators and the institution is managed.

Coordinate research subject care according to clinical trial protocol, applicable regulations, and ICH E6 R2 Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines, and in a manner that maximizes subject retention on clinical trials. Perform clinical study procedures, such as phlebotomy, IV, EKG and other specialized procedures as specified in clinical trial protocols and within state and institutional scope of practice. Review subjects for changes in condition, adverse events, concomitant medication use, protocol compliance, and response to study intervention.

Responsible for accurate and timely source documentation and reporting of all pertinent aspects of protocol conduct and data in case report forms and sponsor electronic data capture systems. Work with investigators and study staff on clinical trial teams to ensure accurate and compliant records. Participate in the development of approved source documents and protocol tools to enhance clinical trial execution.

Responsible for pre-screening, screening, and recruiting potential research subjects in accordance with eligibility requirements. Maintain and submit regular screening logs to sponsors.

Participate in the informed consent process and enroll subjects to clinical trial protocols in accordance with eligibility criteria, as delegated by and under the direction of the Principal Investigator.

Responsible for collaboration and training of ancillary personnel, staff, and sub-investigators regarding protocol requirements.

Coordinate regulatory activities, including required document maintenance. Ensure relevant documentation is provided to Institutional Review Boards (local and central) as delegated by Principal Investigator. Ensure documentation is in compliance with institutional and sponsor regulations and requirements.

Participate in feasibility analyses and program development in collaboration with principal investigators. Participate in and support sponsor site initiation visits and site auditing and monitoring visits, as well as internal monitoring visits.

Identify quality and performance improvement opportunities, participate in the development and implementation of action plans to improve quality.

Shift Type: 8:00AM - 5:00 pm Monday - Friday, with occasional other hours, including overnights and weekends, as required by study protocols
(Clinical) Office/Administrative Hours: Yes - Position will have Office/Admin Hours
Flexibility for Alternative Schedules: No

Bachelor's degree from an accredited Nursing School or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and abilities can be obtained is necessary.
Possession of a license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Missouri is necessary.
Minimum of two years of recent nursing experience in a hospital, clinic, or similar health care setting is required.

Preferred certification in clinical research by Association of Clinical Research Professionals (ACRP) or Society of Clinical Research Associates (SOCRA)

Hiring Range: $75,275 - $109,554
Grade: PAT-RN4
University Title: CLINICAL RESEARCH NURSE
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This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

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