Research Nurse Coordinator

Pittsburgh Tomorrow; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Pittsburgh is seeking a Clinical Research Nurse II to coordinate research projects and drug trials at UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh in Lawrenceville. You will assess patients for qualification, collect data and lab results, and administer protocol-specific treatments while ensuring regulatory compliance.

Requires RN licensure (PA) and a BSN with at least 2 years of relevant experience; background checks and clearances are required before employment.

Qualifications

• RN license required (PA) or eligible.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required or substitution allowed per policy.
• Minimum 2 years of clinical or research nursing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate clinical research projects and drug trials; assess patient qualification/enrollment.
• Collect and review lab results; monitor for adverse reactions and protocol compliance.
• Administer treatments per protocol; collect and process specimens per SOPs.
• Enter data into databases; train new staff and ensure regulatory adherence.
• Collaborate with investigators, sponsors, and other research staff to support study timelines.

Skills

RN licensure

Clinical research

Data entry

Lab assistance

Education

BSN

Tools

Electronic monitoring equipment

Databases

Job description

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.

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.

• 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.

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

Job Details

• 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
• 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: Shift determined by manager.
• 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