Hicfa Research Coordinator; Nursing

HICFA RESEARCH COORDINATOR (NURSING) - # 225404

Please apply directly on the RCUH website to be considered for the position.

CLOSING DATE:
August 22, 2025 or until filled.

Applications received after this deadline may be considered only if the position is not filled or up to the date a selection has been approved by the RCUH (whichever comes first).

INQUIRIES:
Dr. Cecelia Shikuma  (Oahu).

• Regular, Full-Time, RCUH Non-Civil Service position with the University of Hawaii (UH), John
  
  A. Burns School of Medicine (JABSOM), Hawaii Center for AIDS (HICFA), located in Honolulu, Hawaii. Continuation of employment is dependent upon program/operational needs, satisfactory work performance, availability of funds, and compliance with applicable Federal/State laws.
• MONTHLY SALARY RANGE: $5,500-$8,250/Mon.

Coordinates and administers clinical trial/research studies from study start‑up to conduct of the trial to study closure. Assists with critically evaluating each protocol under consideration for implementation for regulatory compliance, patient safety, resource utilization and feasibility concerns. Works with the Principal Investigator (PI) and the programmatic staff to make the decision to participate in the study. Assists with study budgets as needed.

Participates in study meetings and conference calls. Assists HICFA Program Manager and Unit Coordinator with start‑up activities, providing needed information to open the study. Ensures site compliance with research protocols. Ensures the appropriate implementation and documentation of all protocol‑mandated visits and procedures. Ensures assigned study are conducted in accordance with the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Office for Human Research Protections (OHRP), and Good Clinical Practices (GCP) guidelines.

Interacts with research and regulatory officials at collaborating institutions such as Queens Medical Center and various Federally Qualified Health Centers to ensure successful implementation of each assigned study. Uses electronic medical record (EMR) as needed and allowed. Participates in recruitment and selection of study participants by interviewing and documenting medical history to determine compliance with eligibility requirements. Employs strategies to maintain recruitment and retention rates.

Provides patient education and explains informed consent documents to participants to ensure full understanding of protocol requirements and the benefits and risks of participation in the study. Develops accurate source materials. Provides accurate and timely data collection and documentation. Conducts research study visits and performs medical tests, including, but not limited to phlebotomy, vital signs and electrocardiograms as required by the specific protocol.

Provides referral oversight for testing to be done at other clinical facilities. Coordinates the management of investigational products (IP) with study pharmacist. Under the direction of the PI, physician, and per research protocols, administers the investigational medications and performs participant assessments for different research protocols. Determines grade level of adverse events. Follows protocol mandated procedures for notification of PI or designee.

Files mandated reports as mandated by protocol. Performs and participates in quality control and assurance of research data. Available to study participants during work hours to address any concerns. Ensures that any potential issues are conveyed to the after hour physician on call. Prepares for study monitoring visits and meets with the study monitor as needed. Handles or supervises database entry for the study.

Bachelor's Degree from an accredited four (4) year college or university in Nursing or related field.

Three to five (3‑5) years of experience as a Registered Nurse, Nurse Practitioner, or Physician Assistant caring for or treating adults. At least two (2) of those years should be in acute care areas of Intensive Care Unit, Emergency Department, subspecialty hospital floors, or home healthcare nursing, or two (2) years of clinical research experience occurring within the past ten (10) years (Completion of a Clinical Coordinator training program may substitute for one (1) year of clinical research experience).

Experience with minority populations.

Working knowledge of clinical trial or research regulatory and procedural ethics and requirements.

Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills in English. Ability to perform phlebotomy and physical exams.