Clinical Research Nurse

Responsibilities: Works with research participants across the lifespan, including pediatric, adult, and geriatric populations. Provides direct patient care: Performs nursing assessments, conducts protocol specified procedures, administers study medications/investigational products, and monitors patient safety during visits. Collects and manages data: Records clinical data, maintains case report forms, and supports data integrity for audits and monitoring visits. Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams including physicians, coordinators, and lab staff to support study progress. Educates participants and families: Explains study procedures and provide ongoing support across study timeline. Adheres to ICH-GCP guidelines, professional nursing practice standards, patient-centered care principles and evidence based best practices in all interactions with research participants. Reports adverse drug reactions and other safety concerns to the Principal Investigator and study team. Interprets information from caregivers, nurses, or physicians about patient condition, treatment plans, or appropriate activities. Has a solid understanding of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human injuries, diseases, and deformities. This includes symptoms, treatment alternatives, drug properties and interactions, and preventive health-care measures. Performs other related work as needed.

Education: Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing.

Experience: Two years of experience as a nurse in clinical research coordination/management.

Preferred Competencies: Fundamental working knowledge of clinical research. Knowledge of patient care fundamentals, including aseptic principles and techniques. Ability to provide direct patient care in a professional and respectful manner. Excellent verbal and written communication. Ability to read documents or instruments. Ability to perform multiple concurrent tasks with occasional interruptions. Ability to exercise discretion and confidentiality while handling sensitive situations. Ability to solve problems by applying math or reasoning principles. Ability to adapt to changing working situations and work assignments. Strong phlebotomy and venous access (IV) skills.

Job Family: Healthcare & Medical Services

Pay Range: $70,000.00 - $100,000.00 Benefits Eligible: YesThe University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook. Posting Statement: The University of Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or expression, national or ethnic origin, shared ancestry, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination.