University of Florida·Gainesville, Florida
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure compliance with research protocols and provide high-quality care for patients enrolled in clinical trials. Responsibilities include coordinating testing, collecting clinical data, and managing sample shipping and regulatory requirements.
Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area and two years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Graduate of a nationally accredited nursing program and three years of professional nursing experience. Licensed as a registered nurse in accordance with Chapter 464, Florida Statutes, or ability to obtain Florida licensure within 3 months of hire.
For both classifications, professional clinical research and/or oncology certification (through SOCRA, ACRP, etc.) are required at the earliest of 12 months from hire or eligibility.
The UF Health Cancer Institute is the 72nd NCI designated cancer center and the only one at a public university in the State of Florida. As a matrix cancer center, we span all of the University of Florida's 16 colleges, pulling together a world-class, multi-disciplinary membership of over 350 faculty and 150 staff to address the challenges of the cancer burden faced by the population we serve as we work together to find a cure. As a Study Coordinator II / Research Nurse at the UF Health Cancer Institute (UFHCI), you will be responsible for collaborating with coordinators and research staff, investigators, physicians, nurses, and other key personnel in the clinics, hospitals, and at the Cancer Center to ensure compliance with protocol requirements and satisfactory care for patients enrolled on research protocols.
Coordinating relevant care and protocol required testing for subjects enrolled on an assigned portfolio of human clinical trials.
Interpreting and collecting medical and clinical data for prospective and existing enrolled subjects on assigned clinical trials.
Maintaining compliance with all internal and external regulatory and institutional requirements related to your trials.
Coordinating sample collection, analysis, and shipping for assigned trials.
Facilitating appointments, consults, and data abstraction prior to visits.
Coordinating treatment plans with investigators, clinicians, and other related staff in the clinics.
Communicating test results and findings, clarifying and counseling where needed/appropriate.
Aids subjects and their families in navigating the healthcare systems as related to their treatment.
Serving as point of contact for subjects and their healthcare team.
Coordinating relevant care and protocol required testing for subjects enrolled on an assigned portfolio of human clinical trials.
Interpreting and collecting medical and clinical data for prospective and existing enrolled subjects on assigned clinical trials.
Maintaining compliance with all internal and external regulatory and institutional requirements related to your trials.
Coordinating sample collection, analysis, and shipping for assigned trials.
This is a professional position ideal for candidates with clinical experience in oncology or other similarly complex disease group and/or clinical research coordination. Employees in these roles operate as part of our collaborative research enterprise and are fundamental to the progress of cancer research being conducted at the University of Florida. A complete job description will be provided to candidates selected for interview.
$70,000 - $80,000
This is a TEAMS position, and is eligible for a suite of excellent benefits, retirement options, and paid leave [https://hr.ufl.edu/benefits/eligibility/staff-teams].
About the City of Gainesville
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For both classifications, professional clinical research and/or oncology certification (through SOCRA, ACRP, etc.) are required at the earliest of 12 months from hire or eligibility.
Forward-thinking mindset with ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Strong ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with diverse stakeholders.
Highly resourceful team player with ability to work independently when needed.
Strong written communication, organization, and professionalism.
Forward-thinking, highly accountable professional with ability to meet high-performance goals.
Strong ability to build and maintain effective relationships across multidisciplinary teams.
Highly professional, discreet, and independent with strong teamwork orientation.
Strong written communication and organizational skills.
The University of Florida is a member of the State University System of Florida and an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on merit.
55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.
This is not a remote work position, and is located on the University of Florida's Main Campus in Gainesville, FL.
Health Assessment Required: Yes
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