Department:

SOM KC Cancer Center Clinical Trials

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Administration

Position Title:

Clinical Research Nurse Coordinator - Cancer Center

Job Family Group:

Professional Staff

Job Description Summary:

The Clinical Research Nurse Coordinator works collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, research, and hospital staff to recruit, screen, educate, and assist in the overall clinical study coordination of complex clinical research. Conduct a variety of complex activities involved in the collection, compilation, documentation, and analysis of clinical research data. Monitors participants’ progress including documenting and reporting adverse events. Participates in periodic quality assurance audits of protocols. 

The University of Kansas Cancer Center (KUCC) is the region's only National Cancer Institute designated comprehensive cancer center where patients gain access to the most promising therapies, cutting-edge clinical trials and world class research.

Along with our other great benefits, The KUCC reimburses our staff for obtaining AND maintaining research certification and pays for one professional organization membership dues after 6 months of employment.

This position will be 100% onsite due to the fact this is a patient facing role.

Join our clinical research team and make a difference!

Job Description:

Required Qualifications

Education: Associate’s degree plus two years related work experience OR an equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience that equals 4 years. 

Work Experience:

• Previous clinical research experience and/or oncology experience.

• Excellent communication as evidenced by application materials.

• Experience using computer MSO Suite: Outlook, Windows, Excel and Word.

Licensure/Certification:

• Must maintain minimum of LPN state license while in this position

Preferred Qualifications

Licensure/Certification:

• BSN and RN license.

• Certified Clinical Research Coordinator (CCRC) or certification eligible, Certified Clinical Research Professional (CCRP)

Work Experience:

• Experience interacting with multidisciplinary teams including physicians, administrative staff to assist in the meeting of the goals and objectives of the program or project are met.

• Basic understanding of regulations governing clinical research (CFR, GCP, HIPAA).

• Solid understanding of statutes and guidelines relevant to regulatory affairs in clinical research. 

Skills:

• Ability to recognize competing priorities and deadlines and seek guidance in management of these where needed.

• Communication skills included, writing, organizational and presentation.

• Willingness to seek professional development opportunities like research certification.

Job Duties Outlined:

• Assure that clinical trial is conducted in accordance with all KUMC and other regulatory requirements.

• Under the direction of Principal Investigator, recruit, educate potential patients for and evaluate potential patient eligibility for clinical trials.

• Assist clinical staff with maintaining source documents and submit case report forms (CRFs) as required for clinical trials. 

• Recognize and report adverse events/serious adverse events to the Principal Investigator, FDA, and sponsors.  

• Perform study procedures, as outlined in the protocol and within state and institutional scope of practice.  

• Ensure adequate study supplies are being maintained. Track study expenditures and submit reimbursement requests for study equipment, supplies and study participants. 

• Prepare documentation and participate in study monitoring visits, reviews and audits. Provide written and verbal reports to Principal Investigator and Project Manager, as required.  

• Attend continuing education, research and training seminars as requested by manager.  

• Participate in quality assurance activities by reviewing clinical data in medical record charts, assessing pharmacy compliance with protocol criteria and reviewing study documentation to ensure compliance with GCP guidelines and FDA CFR.  

• Other relevant duties as requested by the supervisor. 

Required Documents:

• Cover Letter

• Resume/CV

Comprehensive Benefits Package:

Employee Type:

Regular

Time Type:

Full time

Rate Type:

Salary

Compensation Statement:

The pay range listed for this position is determined by our compensation program using market data and salary benchmarking. A combination of factors is considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, education, experience and training, qualifications relative to the requirements of the position, and funding. At the University of Kansas Medical Center, a reasonable estimate for the starting pay range will be the minimum to midpoint of the posted range, taking into account the combination of factors listed above. 

Pay Range:

$65,000.00 - $99,000.00

Minimum

$65,000.00

Midpoint

$82,000.00

Maximum

$99,000.00