University of Chicago
Clinical Research Nurse Manager
University of Chicago, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Clinical Research Nurse Manager at University of Chicago
Join the Clinical Research Center (CRC) as Nurse Manager to lead 24‑hour operations, coordinate research staff, and ensure safe, compliant clinical research protocols at the University of Chicago.
About the Department The University of Chicago Institute for Translational Medicine (ITM) is devoted to training scientists and health care providers to identify disease determinants, test interventions, and advance clinical and translational science. ITM partners with regional affiliates to build a transformative research environment.
Job Summary The CRC Nurse Manager coordinates all operations and manages research staff on the CRC. This at‑will position is funded by grant contracts and requires continued grant support and satisfactory job performance.
Responsibilities
Manages personnel issues, including interviewing, hiring, salary setting, and annual performance evaluations; participates in corrective action processes.
Assists in developing the CRC’s annual budget, monitors expense projections, and provides decision‑making for overall financial management and resource allocation.
Oversees, develops, and implements operational policies and standard operating procedures (SOPs) for the CRC.
Maintains knowledge of all clinical research protocols active in the CRC and aligns protocol requirements with CRC SOPs and hospital policy.
Acts as a resource for decision‑making regarding clinical compliance and protocol management.
Decides workload allocation, including distribution of new protocols and assignments to CRC staff members.
Manages training for staff members; acts as the primary trainer for all CRC personnel and ensures all in‑services and protocol start‑up training are completed in an adequate fashion.
Assists with CRC marketing strategies to investigators and sponsors and helps recruit new study opportunities.
Coordinates initial entry and follow‑up with participants enrolled in new research protocols; performs case management of participants in clinical research protocols, orders, schedules, and assures participant scheduling of all research tests and procedures required for the protocol.
Ensures supplies are available for scheduled research studies.
Works well with investigators and their investigative teams, regulatory personnel, and the ITM designated Research Subject Advocates.
Screens potential participants to determine eligibility by taking a current clinical history, reviewing prior medical records, assessing performance status, and exploring psychosocial status as an index of compliance with study design.
Disseminates information and coordinates with study teams and active affiliate institutions to ensure the smooth flow of protocol treatment for each participant.
Ensures protocol orders are carried out on the CRC in a safe, compliant manner and results in accurate data collection.
Provides direct nursing support when needed.
Manages a team of nursing professionals who provide direct primary care to patients.
Manages protocols for screening patients, providing referrals to other disciplines, and delivering treatment to patients.
May manage science and clinical research projects conducted by a physician.
Performs other related work as needed.
Minimum Qualifications Education:
College or university degree in a related field.
Work Experience:
7+ years of related work experience in a related job discipline.
Certifications:
Registered Nurse (RN) – State of Illinois.
Preferred Qualifications
Education:
Advanced degree in Research Nursing.
Experience:
5‑7 years as a clinical research nurse.
Licenses and Certifications:
Current licensure as an advanced practice nurse (APN) or registered nurse (RN) in the State of Illinois (NCLEX).
Technical Skills or Knowledge:
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office software.
Experience managing clinical research projects.
Supervisory skills.
Advanced knowledge of research techniques or methods.
Knowledge of regulatory policies and procedures.
Knowledge of patient care fundamentals, including aseptic principles and techniques.
Ability to interact professionally with a wide range of internal and external contacts from faculty investigators, study teams, regulatory staff, IRB personnel, site visitors, sponsor monitors, et al.
Ability to review complex clinical research protocols and identify regulatory, ethical or feasibility issues.
Ability to provide direct care in a professional and respectful manner.
Analytical and problem‑solving skills, attention to detail and organizational skills.
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.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Strong phlebotomy and venous access (IV) skills strongly preferred.
Pay Range $100,000.00 – $150,000.00 per year (actual pay based on skills and experience).
Benefits Eligible Yes – comprehensive health, retirement, and paid time‑off benefits available to eligible employees.
Posting Statement The University of Chicago is an equal‑opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected class status. For questions about accommodations, call 773‑702‑5800.
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About the Department The University of Chicago Institute for Translational Medicine (ITM) is devoted to training scientists and health care providers to identify disease determinants, test interventions, and advance clinical and translational science. ITM partners with regional affiliates to build a transformative research environment.
Job Summary The CRC Nurse Manager coordinates all operations and manages research staff on the CRC. This at‑will position is funded by grant contracts and requires continued grant support and satisfactory job performance.
Responsibilities
Manages personnel issues, including interviewing, hiring, salary setting, and annual performance evaluations; participates in corrective action processes.
Assists in developing the CRC’s annual budget, monitors expense projections, and provides decision‑making for overall financial management and resource allocation.
Oversees, develops, and implements operational policies and standard operating procedures (SOPs) for the CRC.
Maintains knowledge of all clinical research protocols active in the CRC and aligns protocol requirements with CRC SOPs and hospital policy.
Acts as a resource for decision‑making regarding clinical compliance and protocol management.
Decides workload allocation, including distribution of new protocols and assignments to CRC staff members.
Manages training for staff members; acts as the primary trainer for all CRC personnel and ensures all in‑services and protocol start‑up training are completed in an adequate fashion.
Assists with CRC marketing strategies to investigators and sponsors and helps recruit new study opportunities.
Coordinates initial entry and follow‑up with participants enrolled in new research protocols; performs case management of participants in clinical research protocols, orders, schedules, and assures participant scheduling of all research tests and procedures required for the protocol.
Ensures supplies are available for scheduled research studies.
Works well with investigators and their investigative teams, regulatory personnel, and the ITM designated Research Subject Advocates.
Screens potential participants to determine eligibility by taking a current clinical history, reviewing prior medical records, assessing performance status, and exploring psychosocial status as an index of compliance with study design.
Disseminates information and coordinates with study teams and active affiliate institutions to ensure the smooth flow of protocol treatment for each participant.
Ensures protocol orders are carried out on the CRC in a safe, compliant manner and results in accurate data collection.
Provides direct nursing support when needed.
Manages a team of nursing professionals who provide direct primary care to patients.
Manages protocols for screening patients, providing referrals to other disciplines, and delivering treatment to patients.
May manage science and clinical research projects conducted by a physician.
Performs other related work as needed.
Minimum Qualifications Education:
College or university degree in a related field.
Work Experience:
7+ years of related work experience in a related job discipline.
Certifications:
Registered Nurse (RN) – State of Illinois.
Preferred Qualifications
Education:
Advanced degree in Research Nursing.
Experience:
5‑7 years as a clinical research nurse.
Licenses and Certifications:
Current licensure as an advanced practice nurse (APN) or registered nurse (RN) in the State of Illinois (NCLEX).
Technical Skills or Knowledge:
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office software.
Experience managing clinical research projects.
Supervisory skills.
Advanced knowledge of research techniques or methods.
Knowledge of regulatory policies and procedures.
Knowledge of patient care fundamentals, including aseptic principles and techniques.
Ability to interact professionally with a wide range of internal and external contacts from faculty investigators, study teams, regulatory staff, IRB personnel, site visitors, sponsor monitors, et al.
Ability to review complex clinical research protocols and identify regulatory, ethical or feasibility issues.
Ability to provide direct care in a professional and respectful manner.
Analytical and problem‑solving skills, attention to detail and organizational skills.
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.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Strong phlebotomy and venous access (IV) skills strongly preferred.
Pay Range $100,000.00 – $150,000.00 per year (actual pay based on skills and experience).
Benefits Eligible Yes – comprehensive health, retirement, and paid time‑off benefits available to eligible employees.
Posting Statement The University of Chicago is an equal‑opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected class status. For questions about accommodations, call 773‑702‑5800.
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