Clinical Research Nurse Coordinator

Clinical Research Nurse Coordinator

This position is for the Division of General Academic Pediatrics (GAP) within the Department of Pediatrics. Travel, while rare, does occur to the division's satellite site. If not utilizing public transportation, a valid driver's license is required. It is the expectation that the incumbent will use their own vehicle required for local travel and the owner of the vehicle must carry automobile liability insurance. The owner's automobile liability insurance coverage is primary coverage. The University's automobile liability insurance policy provides excess coverage only. Equivalent relevant work experience may be substituted for degree requirement. PA Child Abuse History Clearance, PA State Police Criminal Record Check, and FBI Criminal Record Check will be required prior to the start of employment. Also, a current TB test will be required as a condition of employment. EEO/AA/M/F/Vets/Disabled.

Job Summary: Evaluates patients' qualification in research projects and subject groups. Schedules and conducts study visits. Collects clinical, laboratory, and patient data; processes lab specimens. Performs general laboratory duties and phlebotomy tasks. Ensures regulatory adherence.

Essential Functions:

• Assesses patients for qualification/enrollment in research projects and subject groups.
• Schedules and coordinates study visits with study participant/s. Conducts study visits; collects clinical and laboratory data as required for completion of all case report forms.
• Collects patient data, including medical histories and physical assessments. Maintains and facilitates data into databases/logs in a timely and accurate manner.
• Performs general laboratory duties including, but not limited to, monitors supply inventory, monitors temperatures of freezers and refrigerators, cleans equipment, and disposes of biological waste. Performs phlebotomy duties and insertion of intravenous catheters, in addition to other general nursing duties. Blood drawing is a requirement. Prior experience preferred or will be trained.
• Obtains consents from parents of underage patients and/or patients.
• Collects, prepares, and processes lab specimens.
• Ensures all protocol and regulatory standards adherence.
• Participates in the development of internal review board submissions as requested.

Physical Effort: Light.

The University of Pittsburgh is an equal opportunity employer / disability / veteran.

Assignment Category: Full-time regular.

Job Classification: Staff. Clinical Research Nurse I.

Job Family: Research.

Job Sub-Family: Clinical Research - Nursing.

Campus: Pittsburgh.

Minimum Education Level Required: Associate of Science in Nursing.

Minimum Years of Experience Required: No experience required.

Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience? Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement.

Required Licensure/Certification: RN.

Work Schedule: Mainly 8 AM – 4:30 PM. Some early evenings and weekend coverage may occur.

Work Arrangement: On-Campus: Teams that work on campus, in an office, or in a lab.

Hiring Range: TBD Based Upon Qualifications.

Relocation Offered: No.

Visa Sponsorship Provided: No.

Background Check: For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check.

Child Protection Clearances: The following PA Act 153 clearances and background checks are required prior to commencement of employment and as a condition of continued employment: PA State Police Criminal Record Check, FBI Criminal Record Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance.

Required Documents: Resume.

Optional Documents: Cover Letter