RN Research Nurse Coordinator II (Hybrid) - Neurology

Position Summary Dr. Randall Bateman’s lab investigates the causes, future diagnosis, and treatments of Alzheimer’s disease using a wide variety of assays and techniques, from quantitative measurement of stable-isotope labeled peptides to clinical translational studies in diagnostic and therapeutic biomarkers for Alzheimer’s disease. An ongoing clinical study collects matched blood and cerebrospinal fluid from patients with memory concerns at the clinic, and the Study to Understand Novel Biomarkers in Researching Dementia (SUNBIRD) validates blood biomarkers for Alzheimer’s disease in a large clinic-based cohort. This position is a member of a multidisciplinary research team and performs duties associated with the coordination and implementation of research studies/projects, data collection, and the management of data generated by study protocols. Duties include assessment of research participants and interactions with participants, family, and caregivers in a research setting, interaction with participants who have mild to moderate dementia and healthy control volunteers, and on‑call coordination of brain autopsies. Scheduled Hours 40 hours per week. Primary Duties & Responsibilities Performs research study and clinical procedures including assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of participants to generate study data according to established protocol; collects data (basic health information and vital signs), performs blood draws; assists with a neurological lumbar puncture and documents as required by protocol; monitors and manages participants in the inpatient research unit; assists principal investigators and physicians. Works with staff to identify, screen, and enroll study participants; serves as the contact person for research participants; provides education to participants, families, and caregivers about the studies, dementia, and dementia care; works a rotating call schedule for brain donation and brain autopsy coordination. Provides education to clinical providers and participants on study procedures and test results. Prepares and submits event reports in adherence with study procedures, budget, and established guidelines. Performs other incidental duties, including training and overseeing students, authorizing payments, and reviewing scientific literature to keep abreast of new developments. Working Conditions Normal office environment. Exposure to blood‑borne pathogens. Requires protective devices. Patient care setting. Direct patient care setting. Physical Effort Typically sitting at desk or table. Typically bending, crouching, stooping. Occasional lifting (25 lbs. or less). Equipment Office equipment. Clinical/diagnostic equipment. Education No formal diploma, certification, or degree is required. Certifications / Professional Licenses Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association and American Red Cross (skills assessment required). Registered Nurse (Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation). Registered Nurse (Missouri Division of Professional Registration). Work Experience Required: Related nursing or research experience, 2 years. Preferred: Academic research setting, 2 years. Skills Active listening Clinical research coordination Clinical research management Clinical research methods Clinical research operations Clinical techniques Database management Detail‑oriented Effective written communication Electronic health records (EHR) Nursing fundamentals Oral communications Patient recruitment Reporting tools Spreadsheet software Statistical analysis software (SAS) Team collaboration Driver's License Not required. Grade S26 Salary Range $60,800.00 - $105,700.00 per annum. Personal Benefits Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time. Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance. Free Metro transit U‑Pass for eligible employees. Defined contribution (403(b)) retirement savings plan, with 7% employer match. Wellness Benefits Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more. Family Benefits Four weeks of caregiver leave to bond with a new child; family care resources for ongoing childcare needs; support for adult care. WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years. 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