Clinical Nurse Research Associate - ICTS Coordinator Core
University of Iowa

Job Info

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The University of Iowa Institute for Clinical and Translational Science (ICTS) is seeking a Clinical / Health Care Research Associate Nurse to be an integral member of the research team in the Research Coordinator Core. This position will provide support for the ICTS by performing activities which are vitally important to ICTS mission, as well as to grow and foster innovation through research support endeavors. The Clinical / Health Care Research Associate will design, plan, promote, and control clinical research trials and coordinate the processing and analysis of trials data as well as assist with the development and maintenance of regulatory, data and budget documents.

Duties to include but not limited to:

• Screen patient for study eligibility and consent for clinical trials.
• Educate patient on scope of study, potential risks and benefits, possible alternatives, and study requirements.
• Assist in the design, development, execution, administration, and maintenance of protocols and clinical studies.
• Provide input into descriptions of complex research procedures.
• Screen, recruit, enroll, and obtain informed consent for clinical research activities.
• Oversee recruitment of subjects and scheduling of trial-related procedures.
• Participate in the collection, and entry of data into clinical research trial data systems.
• Participate in the design, development and testing of clinical research trial data systems.
• Manage and organize regulatory documents.
• Prepare regulatory submissions.
• Mentor new students and staff under direction.
• Assist with development and administration of budget(s) for study(ies).

For a full job description, please send an e-mail to the contact listed below.

About ICTS: The Institute for Clinical and Translational Science (ICTS) at the University of Iowa was approved by the Iowa Board of Regents in 2007 to support the work of investigators involved in clinical and translational science. Our mission is to accelerate translational science through programs to develop the translational workforce, to promote engagement of community members and other stakeholders, to promote research integration across the lifespan, and to catalyze innovative clinical and translational research. These efforts will lead to the development of novel therapies and healthcare delivery strategies, the integration of translational research and clinical practice, and, ultimately to measurable improvements in the health of Iowa and the nation.

Percent of Time: 100%

Pay Grade: 5A

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Benefits Highlights:

-Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans

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Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing (BSN) or an equivalent combination of related education and experience is required.
  
• Minimum of 1 year clinical nursing experience or 1 year of clinical research experience.
  
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  Excellent written and verbal communication skills with patients/families, and interdisciplinary team members as demonstrated through written and verbal interactions.
  
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  Working knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP).
  
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  Ability to work flexible hours including nights, evenings, and weekends as needed by the research protocol.
  
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  A current license to practice nursing in the state of Iowa by the time of hire.
  
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  General computer skills.
  

Desirable Qualifications

• Strong Clinical Practice skills with work in a clinical practice area within the past year.
• Experience in processing research regulatory documents and budget preparation.
• Experience developing education and orientation materials.
• The ability to adapt to frequently changing duties and work environment.
• The ability to work independently.
• Excellent time management skills and ability to perform detail-oriented work.

Application Process:

In order to be considered for an interview, applicants must upload the following documents and mark them as a "Relevant File" to the submission:

Resume

Cover Letter

Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days and may be removed from positing and filled any time after the original posting period has ended.

Successful candidates will be required to self -disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process.

On Campus: This position is performed fully on campus.

Hybrid within Iowa: This position is eligible for a combination of on-campus and remote work. Remote work must be performed at a location within the state of Iowa and comply with the remote work program and related policies.

Remote within Iowa: This position is eligible for primarily remote work but may require limited work onsite at times. Remote work must be performed at a location within the state of Iowa and comply with the remote work program and related policies.

As previously discussed, this position is eligible for hybrid work withinIowaand will require a work arrangement form to be completed upon the start of your employment. Per policy, work arrangements will be reviewed annually, and must comply with the remote work program and related policies and employee travel policy when working at a remote location.

For additional questions, please contact Amy Stewart at amy-stewart@uiowa.edu

This position is not eligible for University sponsorship for employment authorization.

Additional Information

• Classification Title: Clinical/HC Research Associate
• Appointment Type: Professional and Scientific
• Schedule: Full-time
• Work Modality Options: On Campus

Compensation

• Pay Level: 5A

Contact Information

• Organization: Healthcare
• Contact Name: Amy Stewart
• Contact Email: amy-stewart@uiowa.edu

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