Clinical Research Nurse​/College Of Medicine

CLINICAL RESEARCH NURSE / COLLEGE OF MEDICINE

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.

Central Michigan University is dedicated to fostering an environment that is reflective of the communities we serve. We are especially interested in highly qualified candidates who will advance and promote CMU’s mission, vision, and leadership standards.

You must submit an on-line application in order to be considered as an applicant for this position.

Cover letters may be addressed to the Hiring Committee.

Posting Number: S-3868

Position Number: 72215

Type of Recruitment:
External

Position Title:

CLINICAL RESEARCH NURSE / COLLEGE OF MEDICINE

Position Summary:

This position is comprised of both clinical and regulatory responsibilities. Clinical responsibilities may include assisting with developing and implementing the activities of a clinical research trial which consists of pre-screening patients for study eligibility and performing delegated study tasks including but not limited to: treatment procedures, drawing blood, performing EKGs, administration and accountability of study medication/study devices, recording adverse events, monitoring patient retention, withdrawals, ethical/legal practices, and audit preparation.

This position may be expected to act as the primary contact with the sponsor’s study monitoring individual(s), be a resource for developing operational plans, become an expert regarding the study plan, and maintain awareness of all ongoing activities, ensuring proper handling of all paperwork. Depending upon the type and complexity of a given trial, these roles and responsibilities may be shared with or assigned to other research staff at the discretion of the director of clinical research or principal investigator (PI).

Regulatory responsibilities include understanding compliance with federal, state, and local laws as they relate to the performance of human patient’s research, as well as preparation and maintenance of all regulatory documentation for assigned studies. This position may be responsible for presenting the study to the Institutional Review Board (IRB) and/or other departments. It is the responsibility of the position to schedule and conduct study specific training for any additional staff within the research department as well as ancillary departments.

Travel may be required between clinical sites for training or study related patient visits mainly throughout the Saginaw/Tri-Cities area.

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited school of nursing with passage of an RN licensure exam.
• Four years of nursing experience related to the duties of the position.
• Current registration with the State of Michigan Board of Nursing as a Registered Nurse (RN).
• Certificate of completion for CITI training or willingness to obtain training upon hire.
• Ability to analyze and interpret data and maintain confidentiality.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

• Two years of experience conducting single/multicenter clinical trials, human subject research, or similar activities.
• Clinical research certification.
• BLS certification.

• Acts as a liaison between hospital physicians and the principal investigator (PI). Professionally interacts with physicians, hospital committees, etc.
• Works collaboratively with investigators, sub-investigators, referring physicians, patients and their families, other clinical research coordinators, research sponsors and research organizations, vendors, and ancillary hospital/clinical staff.
• Networks at sponsored research events as a representative for the Covenant Healthcare College of Medicine at Central Michigan University.
• Works in a team environment to facilitate and execute study protocol requirements.
• Acquires and maintains training and certifications to perform delegated research procedures.
• Follows state and federal regulations, specific protocol requirements, and Good Clinical Practice Guidelines.
• Provides training for new employees, ancillary departments, and volunteers.
• Participat…