Clinical Research Specialist

Clinical Research Specialist

Nurs-Health & Community Systems - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh

The University of Pittsburgh School of Nursing is among the top schools of nursing in National Institute of Health funding. The School contributes to the University's mission to provide high quality education, clinical expertise, and rigorous research. The School of Nursing is seeking a Research Coordinator. This full-time Research Coordinator will be responsible for the conduct of a newly funded, large NIH-funded cancer research project for patients with hematologic malignancies.

Bachelor's Degree in nursing or psychology preferred or equivalent combination of relevant education and experience. Strong interpersonal and excellent communication required, as individual will be serving as a liaison at study sites and working directly with patients with cancer. Must be able to provide one's own transportation with the understanding that mileage would be reimbursed. Must be dependable and flexible with time to accommodate participant clinical schedules. Comfort with technology is needed (experience with electronic medical records, REDCap, and SPSS is a plus).

This position will work in various clinical environments and may obligate you to meet specific health and safety requirements, including but not limited to screenings, providing proof of vaccination, and/or testing.

Job Summary

Conducts research assessments on study participants. Assists with and adheres to Institutional Review Board (IRB) renewal, modification, and approved protocols. Assists with training staff. Ensures adherence to protocols and corrects issues with data collection.

Essential Functions

The essential functions for this position include:

1. Day-to-day research operation tasks (e.g., participant screening and recruitment, phone calls, research interviews);

2. Travel to UPMC Hillman Cancer Center and satellite offices, campus locations, and participant homes for subject recruitment, screening, and assessment of patients with blood cancers; and

3. Data collection, data entry, and data management, including quantitative, qualitative, and biological blood sample processing procedures (e.g., medical record reviews in electronic records; data entry in REDCap and Excel). Handling and transporting of biological blood samples originate from clinic to school of nursing lab.

Physical Effort

Requires ability to visualize computer, laptop, and iPad screens; use keyboard; and ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Must be able to travel between buildings within UPMC Hillman Cancer Center sites, University of Pittsburgh sites, and primary office in Victoria Building on the Pittsburgh campus.

Assignment Category

Full-time regular

Job Classification

Staff.Clinical Research Coordinator II

Job Family

Research

Job Sub-Family

Clinical Research

Campus

Pittsburgh

Minimum Education Level Required

Bachelor's Degree

Minimum Years of Experience Required

2

Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience?

Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement.

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday, 8:30AM - 5:00PM. Hours may vary based upon participant recruitment and data collection clinic schedules.

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, Cover Letter

Optional Documents

Not Applicable