Research Nurse

Research Nurse

At the Minneapolis Heart Institute Foundation (MHIF), your dedication fuels innovation, transforms patient care, and helps shape the future of cardiovascular medicine. As a Research Nurse, your role goes beyond the bedside—you become a vital connection between patients and research that leads to life-saving discoveries.

Job Summary

In support of the Minneapolis Heart Institute Foundation (MHIF) mission, Clinical Research Coordinators (CRC) provide support, coordination and leadership for research studies that may involve industry sponsored Phase I, II, III, and IV clinical trials, drug, biologic, device, government-funded clinical research and investigator-initiated clinical research. They ensure smooth, accurate progress of clinical studies in accordance with all legal and regulatory standards from the planning and approval stages through study completion and post-study closure. CRC's assist with documentation for Institutional Review Board (IRB) submissions, recruit and screen study participants and help facilitate their continued participation; abstract data from electronic medical records (EMR) and other sources; collect, submit and maintain study data and regulatory documents; ensure compliance with study protocols and participate in initial budget discussion for clinical trials.

Primary Responsibilities

• Ensures Human Subject Protection
• Provides Study Coordination as the primary CRC for a portfolio of clinical research studies varying in complexity, as well as back-up study coordinator for studies within assigned therapeutic area
• Maintains Data Integrity

Secondary Responsibilities

• Contributes to Research and/or MHIF organizational quality improvement initiatives as delegated by MHIF leadership.
• May contribute to dissemination of research by drafting text and/or charts for abstracts, manuscripts and poster/Power Point presentations.
• Manages other projects and completes various tasks as assigned by MHIF Leadership

Relationships

This position reports to the Research Manager. The incumbent interacts regularly with other members of the Clinical Research team, Minneapolis Heart Institute (MHI) physicians, staff, patients, and study sponsors & vendors.

Core Values in Action

At MHIF, our values aren't just words—they guide how we lead and work together:

• Integrity: Do the right thing, even when it's hard. Operate ethically and transparently.
• Innovation: Ask bold questions. Be proactive and curious in improving how we work.
• Collaboration: Support one another, build trust, and celebrate success as one team.
• Excellence : Own your work. Be accountable. Bring urgency and resilience to solving problems.

What Sets You Apart

Required:

• CRC's with experience are required to pass CCRC certification through the Association of Clinical Research Professionals (ACRP) or the Society of Clinical Research Associates (SOCRA) within two years of date of hire.
• A valid Minnesota Registered Nurse (RN) license
• Bachelor's degree.
• A minimum of 1 year clinical research coordination experience or equivalent combination of research and clinical experience.
• Proficiency in MS Office, MS Outlook and electronic medical record systems (Epic).
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work with others as a team and in support of a positive work culture.
• Ability to work effectively managing multiple projects.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Must be able to pass institution's compliance requirements, EMR (Epic) and Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative (CITI). (Incumbents assigned to National Institutes of Health (NIH) trials must be able to pass NIH mandated training prior to the start of the study.)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Preferred:

• Previous cardiovascular clinical and/or research experience preferred.
• Experience with clinical trial management systems (CTMS) and document management systems
• Active licensure via Diploma, Associate's, or Bachelor's degree programs in a healthcare-related field
• NIHSS Certification

Total Rewards

In addition to meaningful, mission-driven work, MHIF offers:

• Competitive salary range of $65,000 - $75,000
• Comprehensive benefits including:
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life, short- and long-term disability
• Employer HSA contribution
• 401(k) with employer match and contribution
• Generous PTO, paid holidays, and parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement and paid volunteer time

Why Join MHIF?

"Small team. Global impact."

Here, your work has purpose. Your voice is heard. Your career can grow. We are driven by discovery and grounded in compassion—and we're looking for someone who brings both heart and expertise to the table.

Ready to do work that matters?