Department
BSD CRC - Nursing
Job Summary
Reporting directly to the Clinical Research Center Nurse Manager, the Clinical Research Center (CRC) Nurse supports a wide range of clinical research projects/studies involving various study designs and participant procedures. These include multi‐center cooperative group and intergroup trials, multi‐institutional pharmaceutical trials, single and multi‐center investigator-initiated trials, as well as observational, registry and phenotypic studies conducted within the CRC.
This at-will position is wholly or partially funded by contractual grant funding which is renewed under provisions set by the grantor of the contract.
Responsibilities
- Works with research participants across the lifespan, including pediatric, adult, and geriatric populations.
- Provides direct patient care: Performs nursing assessments, conducts protocol specified procedures, administers study medications/investigational products, and monitors patient safety during visits.
- Collects and manages data: Records clinical data, maintains case report forms, and supports data integrity for audits and monitoring visits.
- Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams including physicians, coordinators, and lab staff to support study progress.
- Educates participants and families: Explains study procedures and provide ongoing support across study timeline.
- Adheres to ICH-GCP guidelines, professional nursing practice standards, patient-centered care principles and evidence based best practices in all interactions with research participants.
- Reports adverse drug reactions and other safety concerns to the Principal Investigator and study team.
- Interprets information from caregivers, nurses, or physicians about patient condition, treatment plans, or appropriate activities.
- Has a solid understanding of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human injuries, diseases, and deformities. This includes symptoms, treatment alternatives, drug properties and interactions, and preventive health-care measures.
- Performs other related work as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.
Work Experience:
Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 2-5 years of work experience in a related job discipline.
Certifications:
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Preferred Qualifications
Education:
- Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing.
Experience:
- Two years of experience as a nurse in clinical research coordination/management.
Preferred Competencies
- Fundamental working knowledge of clinical research.
- Knowledge of patient care fundamentals, including aseptic principles and techniques.
- Ability to provide direct patient care in a professional and respectful manner.
- Excellent verbal and written communication.
- Ability to read documents or instruments.
- Ability to perform multiple concurrent tasks with occasional interruptions.
- Ability to exercise discretion and confidentiality while handling sensitive situations.
- Ability to solve problems by applying math or reasoning principles.
- Ability to adapt to changing working situations and work assignments.
- Strong phlebotomy and venous access (IV) skills.
Working Conditions
- This role works in a fast-paced clinical setting.
Application Documents
- Resume/CV (required)
- Cover Letter (required)
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When applying, the document(s) MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.
Job Family
Healthcare & Medical Services
Role Impact
Individual Contributor
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Drug Test Required
Yes
Health Screen Required
Yes
Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required
No
Pay Rate Type
Salary
FLSA Status
Exempt
Pay Range
$70,000.00 - $100,000.00
The included pay rate or range represents the University’s good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting.
Benefits Eligible
Yes
The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in theBenefits Guidebook.
