RN Research Coordinator: Clinical Trials in Hemophilia

Vitalant; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free onsite parking

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401(k) with 5% company match

Tuition assistance up to $5,000 per yr

Paid time off

Job summary

Vitalant is seeking a Registered Nurse to join the Hemophilia Center of Western Pennsylvania as an RN I Research. This role blends hands-on nursing with clinical research coordination, supporting patients with bleeding disorders in a comprehensive research environment.

Responsibilities include coordinating study activities, obtaining informed consent, managing data, and collaborating with universities, sponsors, and healthcare partners.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing or associate degree required.
• Active RN license in the state of Pennsylvania required.
• One to two years of hands-on nursing experience required.
• Venipuncture and/or phlebotomy skills required.
• Clinical research experience preferred but not required.
• Candidates without previous research experience must have a willingness to learn clinical research.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate day-to-day activities for clinical research studies and projects.
• Schedule patient appointments and coordinate research study visits.
• Assist with recruitment of eligible research participants.
• Obtain informed consent and maintain confidential research files for enrolled participants.
• Complete clinical assessments and brief patient evaluations during research visits.
• Coordinate laboratory testing and specimen collection for research projects.
• Perform RN-licensed procedures and provide support to the Research Coordinator as needed.
• Coordinate research activities with universities, Vitalant, pharmaceutical companies, sponsoring agencies, NIH and governmental agencies.
• Coordinate research visits with UPMC research facilities, including GCRC and IDS.
• Maintain drug accountability according to study requirements.
• Maintain organized and timely storage of blood samples in scientific study freezers.
• Complete electronic diaries, case report forms (CRFs) and other required study documentation.
• Attend research protocol meetings locally and with industry sponsors.
• Assist with coordination and follow-up for multi-center research studies.
• Meet regularly with the Center Director to review the progress of active research projects and address study-related issues.
• Perform duties in accordance with internal SOPs, research protocols and applicable external regulations.
• Maintain confidentiality and provide quality service to patients, research participants and internal and external partners

Skills

Highly organized

Detail-oriented

Effective communication

Independent worker

Team collaboration

Venipuncture/Phlebotomy

Microsoft Office / MS 365

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Associate degree in Nursing

Tools

Microsoft Office / MS 365

Job description

Vitalant is seeking a Registered Nurse to join the Hemophilia Center of Western Pennsylvania as an RN I Research. This role blends hands-on nursing with clinical research coordination, supporting patients with bleeding disorders in a comprehensive research environment.

Responsibilities include coordinating study activities, obtaining informed consent, managing data, and collaborating with universities, sponsors, and healthcare partners.