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HC/Clinical Research Associate - MORL

University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA, United States


Position Summary
The Department of Otolaryngology at the University of Iowa is seeking a Clinical/Healthcare Research Associate (Research Nurse) to join the Molecular Otolaryngology and Renal Research Laboratories (MORL). The role will coordinate a longitudinal study on complement mediated renal diseases, requiring strong clinical skills and specialized licensing to screen patients for study eligibility and obtain consent.

Job Duties

Overall coordination and administration of the longitudinal study

Perform clinical/health care research activities, including patient assessments and review of medical history

Obtain informed consent, prepare supplies, and schedule study‑related procedures

Ensure compliance with study protocol and regulatory guidelines

Process clinical research specimens and maintain related records

Participate in national and international meetings by presenting posters and talks

Protocol Development and Study Responsibilities

Consult with the principal investigator and assist in the development of data management plans

Design forms to facilitate collection and tracking of participant data and study procedures

Assist in protocol development and provide input into routine research procedures

Perform critical analysis of literature relevant to the study

Resolve queries and develop study materials

Triage telephone calls from patients and families and act as liaison to health care practitioners

Data Collection and Monitoring

Manage collection of data, including maintaining records of patient visits and interviews

Enter and verify clinical research data promptly and generate queries as needed

Assist with determination of data validity and maintain study records

Revise and implement changes in data collection processes

Conduct audits to assess quality assurance

Regulatory Guidelines and Documents

Collect and maintain regulatory documents from subjects and assist in preparation of required forms per protocol

Monitor compliance and maintain data for sponsored research trials, in‑house trials, and cooperative group studies

Report any event to the appropriate party

Human Resources/Leadership

Adhere to institutional, MORL policies and guidelines

Provide functional and administrative supervision as needed

Mentor new staff under the direction of the Principal Investigator

Provide direction, assignments, feedback, coaching, and counseling to ensure outcomes are achieved

Financial Responsibility

Assist in budget development and manage resources/supplies for the study

Identify cost increases and recommend cost containment measures

Monitor compliance with regulatory guidelines and document maintenance

Develop, negotiate, and manage the study budget as needed

Required Qualifications

BSN or equivalent combination of education and experience

Minimum of 1 year of clinical experience in a nephrology‑related position

Current, valid Iowa Registered Nurse license

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Phlebotomy skills

Experience with Epic electronic health record system

Experience with comprehensive evaluation of patient clinical history and data collection

Experience with scheduling procedures and visits

Ability to manage complex information with attention to detail and high accuracy

Excellent organizational skills

Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint

Desired Qualifications

Prior research experience

Familiarity with databases such as REDCap or Microsoft Access

Knowledge of IRB guidelines and procedures

Knowledge of University of Iowa Healthcare policies, procedures, regulations, and guidelines

Compensation

Pay Level: 5A

Contact Information

Organization: Healthcare

Contact Name: Ashley Nelson

Contact Email: Ashley-Rayer@Uiowa.edu

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