Clinical Research Nurse

University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine seeks an experienced Clinical Research Nurse for the Division of Genetic and Genomic Medicine at UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh. The role supports protocols, collects data, administers treatments, and ensures regulatory adherence.

The position requires RN licensure and at least 2 years of relevant experience, with potential for on-campus work in Pittsburgh. Compliance with state/federal clearances and TB testing is required.

Qualifications

• RN licensure required.
• Minimum of 2 years experience.
• Equivalent work experience may substitute for degree requirement.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate clinical research projects and drug trials; assess qualification/enrollment.
• Collect and review lab results; monitor for adverse reactions.
• Enter patient data into databases/logs accurately and timely.
• Administer treatment and/or medications per protocol.
• Assist with training of new staff and provide ongoing guidance.

Skills

Clinical research coordination

Patient assessment

Regulatory compliance

Staff training

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Tools

Electronic monitoring equipment

Laboratory data entry

Job description

Job Description - Clinical Research Nurse (26005943)

Clinical Research Nurse

This position is for the Division of Genetic and Genomic Medicine within the Department of Pediatrics. Equivalent relevant work experience may be substituted for degree requirement. This position is located at UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh in Lawrenceville. 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

Supports clinical research projects by coordinating projects and drug trials, assessing patients' qualifications, and facilitating protocols. Collects and reviews lab results, patient data, and lab specimens; administers medications and protocol-specific treatments. Performs general laboratory duties and specialized nursing duties, trains new staff, and ensures regulatory adherence.

Essential Functions

• Coordinates clinical research projects and drug trials. Assesses patients for qualification/enrollment in research projects and subject groups. Implements research protocols. Monitors patient assessments.
• Collects and reviews lab results; monitors results for adverse reactions.
• Collects patient data, including medical histories and physical assessments. Maintains and enters 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 specialized nursing duties such as arterial puncture, venipuncture, and operation of electronic monitoring equipment; assists with surgical and/or invasive procedures.
• Administers treatment and/or medication in accordance with research protocol.
• Collects, prepares, and processes lab specimens.
• Ensures all protocol and regulatory standards adherence.
• Participates in the development of internal review board submissions as requested.
• Collaborates with multiple investigators, sponsors, and research coordinators.
• Assists with training of new staff and ongoing guidance of newer staff.

Physical Effort

Medium.

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

Assignment Category Full-time regular

Job Classification Staff.Clinical Research Nurse II

Job Family Research

Job Sub-Family Clinical Research - Nursing

Campus Pittsburgh

Minimum Education Level Required Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Minimum Years of Experience Required 2

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 Regarding flexibility with shift/hours and working on evenings and weekends: Potentially, on special occasions, but with notice; most of the time, this will be a standard M-F daylight position.

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.

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