Clinical Research Nurse II

Clinical Research Nurse II

This position in the Department of Neurology will provide research support to National Institute on Aging-NIH funded grants on dementia, neuroimaging and other biomarkers of neurodegeneration in aging. Activities may include screening and identifying potential participants appropriate for neuroimaging studies; recruiting and consenting participants into studies; performing neurologic, basic physical exams and blood draws; conducting structured health history interviews and questionnaires; coordinating travel arrangements; scheduling MRI and PET studies and other study components; accompanying participants to imaging sessions and other procedures; maintaining study-related case-report forms and required documentation; assisting with IRB submission and recruitment/enrollment data management; participating in diagnostic consensus conferences; and working within a dynamic, interdisciplinary study team of staff and faculty Investigators.

Job Summary

Supports clinical research projects by coordinating projects and drug trials, assessing patients qualifications, and facilitating protocols. Collects and reviews lab results, patient data, and lab specimens; administers medications and protocol-specific treatments. Performs general laboratory duties and specialized nursing duties, trains new staff, and ensures regulatory adherence.

Essential Functions

Ability to communicate well and interact with older adults, some with cognitive impairment.

Functions will include making calls, walking, talking, computer usage.

Physical Effort

Mostly sedentary position. Some walking to various University campus sites. Lifting light objects including study binders and supplies.

The University of Pittsburgh is committed to championing all aspects of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility within our community. This commitment is a fundamental value of the University and is crucial in helping us advance our mission, which includes attracting and retaining diverse workforces. We will continue to create and maintain an environment that allows individuals to discover, belong, contribute, and grow, while honoring the experiences, perspectives, and unique identities of all.

The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity. EOE, including disability/vets.

Assignment Category: Full-time regular
Job Classification: Staff.Clinical Research Nurse II
Job Family: Research
Job Sub Family: Clinical Research – Nursing
Campus: Pittsburgh
Minimum Education Level Required: Bachelor of Science in Nursing
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, 8:30-5:00 Work Arrangement: Monday – Friday, 8:30-5:00
Hiring Range: To be determined based on qualifications
RelocationOffered: 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: Not Applicable
Required Documents: Resume
Optional Documents: Not Applicable
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