Clinical Research Nurse

Primary Purpose: The Clinical Research Nurse’s primary purpose is to proficiently assist the Principal Investigator and research team by providing research coordination and support. Success in the role will require some judgment and decision making and following research regulations, as well as procedures and guidelines set by the PI and collaborating with the research team.

Nature of Work: The CRN reports to the Director of Research and is accountable to the PIs. The position is responsible for coordinating clinical studies within the PIs research program. The CRN will follow nursing standards in compliance with the College of Nurses and the Regulated Health Professionals Act when performing per protocol procedures. The ability to effectively work through complex issues and concerns with low to moderate stress resulting from work pressure is necessary. Strong communication, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills are required. The ability to work well as a team member is critical to the role. The position may involve field work and irregular hours, such as weekend and evening work.

Accountabilities:

• Provides effective and efficient services and support to clinical investigators
• Establishes and maintains strong working relationships with participants, researchers, and other study personnel; Liaises between study sponsors, staff, investigators and the CTSU
• Ensures per protocol tasks are completed as per the schedule of assessments
• Maintains organization and proper documentation of research materials
• Ensures a safe environment for research participants and staff
• Demonstrate a commitment to teamwork and positivity, along with an ability to create and nurture positive working relationships.

Duties:

Study Set-up (20%)

• Participates in site pre-qualification and qualification efforts
• Ensures all required approvals are in place prior to enrollment
• Assists in planning, implementation, and coordination of data collection
• Recruits research participants and conducts eligibility assessment

Study Execution (50%)

• Coordinates and conducts study visits and procedures per protocol
• Obtains informed consent and conducts baseline testing
• Maintains informed consent and oversees participant retention and compliance
• Prepare, dispense, and administer study drug per protocol
• Perform venipuncture, phlebotomy, insertion of IV-lines
• Perform ECGs and vital signs collection and assessment
• Process study samples and store or distribute for analyses
• Creates and maintains accurate patient source documents ensuring GCP
• Participates in Health Canada inspections and sponsor audits

Study Close-out (5%)

• Prepares and submits case report forms in compliance with SOPs and regulations

Research Administration (25%)

• Assists with monitoring and ordering of study specific supplies
• Attends meetings including investigator, site initiation/close out, and monitoring visits
• Provides orientation and training to research staff on relevant policies, procedures, standards, and regulations
• Provides general office duties, including distribution of memos and announcements, photocopying, mailing, and faxing

Qualifications:

Education and Experience: A Bachelor’s degree in Nursing or completion of an applicable nursing education program. Experience in clinical research would be considered an asset. Must be registered or eligible for registration with the Saskatchewan Registered Nurse’s Association.

Required Skills:

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organizational, time, and project management skills
• Excellent interpersonal and ability to collaborate with team members
• Detail oriented and able to exercise initiative and good judgement

Training: The following certifications are required prior to commencing any study related procedures

• TCPS2 Core Course
• Safety Orientation for Employees (USask)
• Off-Campus Activity Safety Plans (USask)
• Canada GCP (CITI)
• Clinical Research Coordinator (CITI)
• Health Canada Division 5 (CITI)
• Protocol Specific SOPs (N2)

Department: Clinical Trial Support Unit

Status: Term 2 Years with the possibility of extension or becoming permanent

Employment Group: Research
Full Time Equivalent (FTE): 1.0

Salary: The starting salary will be commensurate with education and experience.
Salary Phase/Band: Salary Band 9

Posted Date: 9/16/2022

Closing Date: 9/22/2022

Number of Openings: 1
Work Location: On Campus

The successful applicant will be required to provide the following current verification(s) where ‘Yes’ is indicated below. Further information is available at: https://careers.usask.ca/tips-for-applying.php

Criminal Record Check: Yes
Driver’s License and Abstract Check: Not Applicable
Education/Credential Verification: Not Applicable
Vulnerable Sector Check: Not Applicable

Please review the University of Saskatchewan’s health and safety requirements for faculty, staff andstudents in consideration of the COVID-19 pandemic.

The University believes equity, diversity, and inclusion strengthen the community and enhance excellence, innovation and creativity. We are dedicated to recruiting individuals who will enrich our work and learning environments. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. We are committed to providing accommodations to those with a disability or medical necessity. If you require an accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please notify us and we will work together on the accommodation request. The University of Saskatchewan’s main campus is situated on Treaty 6 Territory and the Homeland of the Métis. We pay our respects to the First Nations and Métis ancestors of this place and reaffirm our relationship with one another. Together, we are uplifting Indigenization to a place of prominence at the University of Saskatchewan.