Clinical Research Nurse - Cancer Studies

Major/Essential Functions
Develop and maintain relationships with faculty members interested in or currently conducting clinical research
Develop and maintain relationships with assigned pharmaceutical, medical device, and other medical manufacturers considering clinical trials
Actively market the Clinical Research Institute
Assist faculty/staff with development of research protocols
Assist with development and management of research study budget
Assessment: Collects comprehensive data pertinent to the research protocol requirements and the research participants health and/or situation
Diagnosis: Analyzes assessment data to determine actual or potential diagnoses, problems, and issues.
Outcomes Identification: Identifies expected outcomes for a plan individualized to the research participant or situation within the parameters of the research protocol
Planning: Develops a plan that prescribes strategies and alternatives within parameters of the research protocol to attain expected measurable outcomes
Implementation: Implements the identified healthcare and research plans
Coordination of care: Coordinates care delivery
Health teaching and health promotion: Employs strategies to promote health and a safe environment
Evaluation: Evaluates progress toward attainment of goals and outcomes
Education: Seeks knowledge and competency that reflect current clinical research nursing practice and promote futuristic thinking
Quality of practice: Contributes to quality nursing practice
Professional practice evaluation: Evaluates one's own and others' nursing practice
Facilitate IRB application and submission via institutional software system
Facilitate ongoing and timely communication with the IRB via institutional research software system
Recruit and enroll human subjects while protecting subjects and subjects’ rights
Maintain Study files/documents on all assigned studies
Participate in the Clinical Research Institute call schedule rotation as needed
Obtain and maintain appropriate credentialing approval from University Medical Center Medical Staff office and other affiliated hospitals when necessary
Maintain CPR Certification
Maintain required institutional training to be able to participate in Clinical Research activities (i.e. CITI and HIPAA research training)
Maintain International Air Transportation Association (IATA) shipping training/certification
Maintain Texas registered nurse licensure
Other duties as assigned
Occasional Duties
As assigned.
Required Qualifications
Completion of a Board of Nursing accredited program of professional nursing. Current Registered Nursing license in the state of Texas. Current certification as a Clinical Research Professional or obtains certification upon eligibility or within two (2) years of hire. Obtains and maintains appropriate credentialing approval from affiliated hospitals as required CPR certification, and participation in the call schedule for the Clinical Research Institute. Ability to work with minimal supervision, prioritizing assignments according to the needs of the study or office. Multi-tasking is essential. Able to type.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing. Working knowledge of general office procedures, ability to make sound decisions. Strong organization skills and the ability to exercise initiative and independent judgment and take appropriate action when needed.
Required Attachments
Resume / CV
Optional Attachments
Professional License/Certification
Pay Statement
Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as, the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan by visiting the Human Resources website.
EEO Statement
As an EEO/AA employer, the Texas Tech University System and its components will not discriminate in our employment practices based on an applicant’s race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.
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Pay Basis
Monthly
Pay Grade Minimum
Salary commensurate with related education, experience and/or skills.
Pay Grade Maximum
Salary commensurate with related education, experience and/or skills.
Grant Funded?
No
Job Type
Full Time
Job Group
Clinical Research Professional
Shift
Other
Schedule Details
Work is mostly M-F, 8-5, but could be afterhours/weekends/holidays. Travel is less than 25%, and is related to educational conferences, going to off-site clinics.
Travel Required
Up to 25%
Does this position work in a research laboratory?
No