- Assesses and ensures subject safety during trial.
- Proposes and negotiates alternatives for protocol. Educates staff about the scientific aspects of the study.
- Applies pharmacological knowledge to help PI determine idiosyncrasies and unexpected results. Evaluates adverse events (AE), intervenes when necessary and reports details to PI. Conducts follow-up to determine resolution of AE. Reports serious AEs to IRB and sponsor.
- Presents related information to community for recruitment purposes or to other research professionals in a variety of settings.
- Mentors and trains new and subordinate employees.
- Helps determine personnel required to complete trial and develop the timeline for trial completion. Reviews study related data to assure compliance with study protocol.
- Prepares emergency use report.
- Manages pharmacokinetic collection and storage.
- Relates lab results to PI and sponsor.
- Ensures appropriate maintenance and calibration of equipment.
- May perform bedside care.
This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.
Team Culture
- Supports a transparent and supportive work environment
- Reliable, displays a positive attitude, does not engage in gossip, supports the team and is flexible
- Communicates problems, issues and frustrations to supervisor and/or OB/WCSL Leadership
University of Utah Health Benefits Package
University of Utah Health is proud to offer a generous benefits package! Our healthcare plans include medical and dental coverage, prescriptions, basic vision coverage, and behavior health benefits. Employees are eligible for a discount of up to $25 per month on their premiums for participating in our Well-U Wellness Program. Our retirement plan includes automatic enrollment into our University-funded 401(a) plan with a contribution rate of 14.2%! Additional benefits include half-off tuition for employees, their spouses, and their dependent children, University-provided Part I life insurance, and discounts through many retail vendors who have teamed up with the University. Visit our Benefits website for more information at www.hr.utah.edu/benefits.
Clinical Trial Nurse (R.N.), I
Provide treatment, monitoring, and follow-up analysis for clinical trial participants. Take health histories, watch for negative effects, and collect samples. Adhere to federal and regulatory requirements regarding patient information. Work collaboratively with team members and physicians. Identify potential clinical trial participants and oversee the process of recruiting those patients for experimental research. Ensure patient has information about the trial’s potential benefits and risks, and that all information is understood well enough to give informed consent. Requires the Registered Nurse (R.N.) credential. Requires basic skill set and proficiency. Conduct work assignments as directed. Closely supervised with little latitude for independent judgment.
Requires a bachelor’s (or equivalency) + 2 years of directly related work experience or a master’s (or equivalency) degree.
This is an Entry-Level position in the General Professional track.
Job Code: PZ6611
Grade: P15
Clinical Trial Nurse (R.N.), II
Provide treatment, monitoring, and follow-up analysis for clinical trial participants. Take health histories, watch for negative effects, and collect samples. Adhere to federal and regulatory requirements regarding patient information. Work collaboratively with team members and physicians. Identify potential clinical trial participants and oversee the process of recruiting those patients for experimental research. Ensure patient has information about the trial’s potential benefits and risks, and that all information is understood well enough to give informed consent. Requires the Registered Nurse (R.N.) credential. Requires moderate skill set and proficiency in discipline. Conducts work assignments of increasing complexity, under moderate supervision with some latitude for independent judgment.
Requires a bachelor’s (or equivalency) + 4 years or a master’s (or equivalency) + 2 years of directly related work experience.
This is a Developing-Level position in the General Professional track.
Job Code: PZ6612
Grade: P17
Clinical Trial Nurse (R.N.), III
Provide treatment, monitoring, and follow-up analysis for clinical trial participants. Take health histories, watch for negative effects, and collect samples. Adhere to federal and regulatory requirements regarding patient information. Work collaboratively with team members and physicians. Identify potential clinical trial participants and oversee the process of recruiting those patients for experimental research. Ensure patient has information about the trial’s potential benefits and risks, and that all information is understood well enough to give informed consent. Requires the Registered Nurse (R.N.) credential. Considered highly skilled and proficient in discipline. Conducts complex, important work under minimal supervision and with wide latitude for independent judgment.
Requires a bachelor’s (or equivalency) + 6 years or a master’s (or equivalency) + 4 years of directly related work experience.
This is a Career-Level position in the General Professional track.
Job Code: PZ6613
Grade: P19
