Clinical Research Nurse

Clinical Research Nurse

TTUHSC Clinical Research Institute

Lubbock

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Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center is enriching the lives of others by educating students, providing excellent patient care, and advancing knowledge through innovative research. TTUHSC graduates more health care professionals than any other health care institution in the state, conferring 24.2% of all degrees and certificates awarded from health-related institutions in Texas. By providing comprehensive clinical services to more than 10 million individuals across 121 counties, TTUHSC is dedicated to advancing the health of people throughout Texas and beyond. This is where world-class education meets compassionate patient care – and we believe that our people are the reason for our institution's lasting success and bright future.

Being part of the TTUHSC team means being part of an innovative and supportive community that empowers each individual to do their best work. Through our values-based culture, TTUHSC is committed to cultivating an exceptional workplace community with a positive culture that puts people first.

Position Description

Clinical research nursing is the specialized practice of nursing focused on maintaining equilibrium between care of the research participant and fidelity of the research protocol. This specialty practice incorporates human subjects' protection, care coordination and continuity, contribution to clinical science, clinical practice, and study management throughout a variety of professional roles, practice settings, and clinical specialties. Uses nursing skills to evaluate, plan, implement, and document scientific research utilizing human subjects. Gathers data and analyzes results. May be responsible for participant recruitment and counseling, ethical oversight, or compilation of study results.

Major/Essential Functions

• Develop and maintain relationships with faculty members interested in or currently conducting clinical research.
• Develop and maintain relationships with assigned pharmaceutical, medical device, and other medical manufacturers considering clinical trials.
• Actively market the Clinical Research Institute.
• Facilitate IRB application and submission via Cayuse system.
• Facilitate ongoing and timely communication with the IRB via Cayuse system.
• Recruit and enroll human subject while protecting subjects and subjects' rights.
• Maintain study files/documents on all assigned studies.
• Facilitates data quality and integrity.
• Assist with development and management of research study budget.
• Assist faculty/staff with development of research protocols.
• Assist with clinical research education and training of volunteers, students, new employees.
• Attend affiliated clinical research meetings and professional meetings where research and compliance training may occur.
• Obtain SoCRA (CCRP) or ACRP (CCRC) certification when eligible.
• Maintain CPR certification.
• Maintain IATA training/certification.
• Maintain required institutional training to be able to participate in Clinical Research activities (i.e. CITI and HIPAA research training).
• Maintain Texas nursing licensure.
• Participate in the Clinical Research call schedule rotation as needed.
• Obtain and maintain appropriate credentialing approval from University Medical Center Medical Staff office.

Occasional Duties

• Occasional on-call schedule.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Completion of a Board of Nursing accredited program of professional nursing. Current Registered Nursing license in the state of Texas. Current certification as a Clinical Research Professional or obtains certification upon eligibility or within two (2) years of hire. Obtains and maintains appropriate credentialing approval from affiliated hospitals as required CPR certification, and participation in the call schedule for the Clinical Research Institute. Ability to work with minimal supervision, prioritizing assignments according to the needs of the study or office. Multi-tasking is essential. Able to type.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of procedures and medications relevant to clinical research trials
• Prior experience working with administrative functions in a clinical setting
• Working knowledge of the following and understanding both treatment and non-treatment protocols.

Required Attachments

Resume / CV

Optional Attachments

Professional License/Certification

Benefits

TTUHSC is committed to creating an environment where our team members can do their best work, with programs and benefits to support head-to-toe well-being. Explore just a few of the advantages of being a TTUHSC team member:

• Health Plans + Supplemental Coverage Options – Individual health insurance provided at no cost for full-time team members
• Paid Time Off – Including holidays, vacation, sick leave and more
• Retirement Plans
• Wellness Programs
• Certified Mother-Friendly Workplace

Additionally, TTUHSC invests in the success of our team members by providing opportunities for personal and professional growth, including lifelong learning programs, recognition programs, and health and wellness initiatives. Team members also enjoy a variety of other perks, such as special membership rates at local gyms and golf courses, access to state-of-the-art software and facilities, and discounts on travel, technology, entertainment and more.

Job Type

Full Time

Pay Basis

Monthly

Pay Grade Minimum

4413.92

Pay Grade Maximum

12138.27