Job Description

Posting Number

req20882

Department

COM Phx Internal Medicine

Department Website Link

College of Medicine-Phoenix

Location

Greater Phoenix Area

Address

475 N. 5th St, Phoenix, AZ 85004 USA

Position Highlights

The Department of Internal Medicine is expanding our team to welcome an experienced Clinical Research Nurse. This team member will assist in successful execution of industry sponsored and federally funded clinical trials as well as department investigator initiated research from protocol concept through clinical study report. This position will provide dedicated nursing support navigating clinical trial patients through study specific procedures for the department of Internal Medicine. The Clinical Research Nurse must be knowledgeable in clinical and surgical settings. The work schedule for this position must be flexible enough to support cardiac research needs.

Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!

The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs.

Duties & Responsibilities

Study Coordination

• Participate in protocol development by reviewing potential protocols, informed consent documents, and evaluate their effect on standard clinical research procedures.
• Screening and Enrolling Participants: Assess patient eligibility based on study protocols.
• Recruit study participants, schedule appointments, interview and evaluate potential participants to ensure they meet eligibility requirements.
• Informed Consent: Explain the study to participants, obtain informed consent, and address concerns.
• Visit Scheduling: Coordinate patient appointments, procedures, and follow-ups.

Patient Care and Clinical Assessments:

• Monitoring Participant Health: Regularly assess and record vital signs, lab results, and adverse events.
• Administering Treatments/Interventions: Provide study-related treatments or interventions in accordance with the protocol. Coordinate and/or perform physical assessments required by protocol. Perform lab draws and give injections where an RN license is required.
• Patient Support: Offer guidance and assistance throughout the trial process.

Data Collection and Documentation

• Document medical data in patient record. Maintain original data related to the trial for audits and reviews.
• Assist physician and/or principal investigator in writing manuscripts for publication and/or presentation of materials at conferences.
• Data Entry and record keeping: Enter data into electronic databases, ensuring accuracy and compliance with study timelines. Maintain detailed records of patient data, adverse events, and study outcomes.

Regulatory Compliance and Reporting

• Ensure all study activities are compliant with IRB protocols, FDA regulations, and Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines.
• Adverse Event Reporting: Report and document adverse events and protocol deviations promptly.
• Monitoring Visits: Prepare for sponsor or regulatory audits, managing records and communication.

Collaboration and Communication

• Teamwork: Collaborate with principal investigators, other nurses, coordinators, and healthcare providers. Actively participate in clinical research team meetings.
• Training: Assist in training other staff on study procedures or protocol amendments. Train, oversee, and provide current patient information to nurses and other health care personnel in order to assure comprehensive patient care.
• Patient Liaison: Serve as the primary contact between participants and the study team. Evaluate and develop patient educational materials and give patient and/or family members instructions on drug administration and other medical information.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of the principles, practices and techniques of clinical/translational research skills.
• Motivated to provide high quality, compliant research.

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum of five (5) years of relevant work experience.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent advanced learning attained through professional level experience required. In addition to the education and experience minimum qualifications, RN licensure and graduation from an accredited nursing program required.

Preferred Qualifications

Two (2) years floor nursing experience.
Bilingual in Spanish and English.
Experience in human subjects research.
Certification with SoCRA or ACRP.
Experience with research protocols, development, regulations.

FLSA

Exempt

Full Time/Part Time

Full Time

Number of Hours Worked per Week

40

Job FTE

1.0

Work Calendar

Fiscal

Job Category

Research

Benefits Eligible

Yes - Full Benefits

Rate of Pay

$86,870 - $112,932

Compensation Type

salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)

Grade

11

Compensation Guidance

The Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.


The Grade Range Minimum, Midpoint, and Maximum Fields listed below represent a full range of career compensation growth over time in this position and grade. Each unit typically sets starting pay between minimum and midpoint upon hire. The university offers compensation growth opportunities within its career architecture. To learn more about compensation, please review our Applicant Compensation Guide and our Total Rewards Calculator.

Grade Range Minimum

$86870

Grade Range Midpoint

$112932

Grade Range Maximum

$138993

Career Stream and Level

PC3

Job Family

Clinical Research

Job Function

Research

Type of criminal background check required:

Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)

Number of Vacancies

1

Target Hire Date

Expected End Date

Contact Information for Candidates

College of Medicine-Phoenix, Office of Human Resources

HR-PHX@arizona.edu

Open Date

10/11/2024

Open Until Filled

Yes

Documents Needed to Apply

Resume and Cover Letter

Special Instructions to Applicant

Application: The online application should be completed in its entirety. Blank or missed information may be considered an incomplete submission.

Letter of Interest: Should clearly indicate how your skills and professional employment experience meet the Minimum and the Preferred qualifications (if applicable).

Diversity Statement

At the University of Arizona, we value our inclusive climate because we know that diversity in experiences and perspectives is vital to advancing innovation, critical thinking, solving complex problems, and creating an inclusive academic community. As a Hispanic-serving institution, we translate these values into action by seeking individuals who have experience and expertise working with diverse students, colleagues, and constituencies. Because we seek a workforce with a wide range of perspectives and experiences, we provide equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information. As an Employer of National Service, we also welcome alumni of AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service programs and others who will help us advance our Inclusive Excellence initiative aimed at creating a university that values student, staff and faculty engagement in addressing issues of diversity and inclusiveness.

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Job Tags

Holiday work, Full time, Part time, Work experience placement, Flexible hours,

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