The Department of Urology is seeking a Team Lead Clinical Research Nurse located at the Shadyside Medical Center. The Research Nurse will participate on University of Pittsburgh research grants and UPMC clinical trials. Prior experience isbeing requested,

Coordinates activities for research study protocols and prepares protocol budgets and internal review board submissions. Reviews studies and patient results with physician, oversees patient recruitment and site visits, and advises patients regarding study activity. Oversees collection and processing of lab results and ensures compliance with protocol and regulatory standards. Performs general laboratory duties and guides staff.

Coordinates activities for research study protocols and prepares protocol budgets and internal review board submissions. Reviews studies and patient results with physician, oversees patient recruitment and site visits, and advises patients regarding study activity. Oversees collection and processing of lab results and ensures compliance with protocol and regulatory standards. Performs general laboratory duties and guides staff.

Coordinates clinical research projects and drug trialsImplements research protocolsResponsible for IRB submissions and assist with clinical trial budget negotiation and payment reconciliationCollects patient data, including medical histories and physical assessmentsAssesses patients for qualification/enrollment in research projects and subject groups and monitors patient assessmentsCollects and reviews lab results, monitors results for adverse reactionsMaintains and enters data into databases/logs in a timely and accurate mannerEnsures all protocol and regulatory standards adherencePerforms specialized nursing duties such as phlebotomy, EKG, and process of lab kits- Administers treatment and/or medication in accordance with research protocolAssist with surgeon to collect, prepare, and process lab specimensSupervise and train trainees working with teaching clinicians (fellows, resident, medical students)Collaborate with multiple investigators, sponsors, and other research staff