Clinical Research Nurse

Arizona Arthritis & Rheumatology Associates, P.C. is the largest private Rheumatology practice in the United States. The practice has over 60 providers, 15 sites and over 300 employees providing assessment and treatments for rheumatological, podiatric, and electromyography patients. Our providers work together to keep patients healthy, and are recognized for excellence in medicine and for being pioneers in new treatments, ably supported by our Research department.

We are an equal employment opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.

Our vision is to provide the best Rheumatology care, anywhere and, to balance sustainable operation with the highest possible level of patient care. We are a seeking an ambitious, friendly, positive, and compassionate Clinical Research Nurse to join our Research department.

The Clinical Research Nurse (CRN) reports to the Director of Research and is responsible for managing assigned unblinded protocols in compliance with Protocol, FDA CFR, GCP and company SOPs. The CRN will work independently as primary pharmacy designee for unblinded clinical trials in Arizona. The CRN will travel to all sites as needed to prepare investigational medication for subcutaneous injections or intravenous infusions as PRN position. The CRN will also attend meetings, monitoring visits and has the opportunity to work from home when not needed on site.

Responsibilities:

• Manages all assigned clinical trials unblinded pharmacy responsibilities
• Travels to sites approximately 3 days per week to prepare investigational medication 
• Responsible for preparation of unblinded clinical trial medications for IV Or SC administration.
• Performs dispensation of investigational product (IP) using web-based drug dispensation transactions
• Ensures correct dose and medication is prepared for each subject visit
• Perform subcutaneous administration for unblinded trials
• Liaison between sponsor representative and unblinded site staff for rheumatology and gastroenterology clinical trials
• Primary point person for all support needed from the unblinded team
• Coordinates and scheduling all unblinded monitoring visits
• Participates in monitoring visits from sponsors and ensures all concerns are addressed in a timely manner 
• Assists with training for new unblinded staff and performs ongoing training as needed
• Remotely supports onsite unblinded medical assistants to ensure drug inventory is stored and accounted for in compliance with the clinical trial protocols
• Responsible for the chain of custody and accurate accountability of investigational products and devices
• Ensures uniform implementation of protocols by completing the required training documentation in a consistent, accurate and timely manner.  
• Performs all functions according to established policies (SOPS), procedures, regulatory and accreditation requirements, as well as applicable professional standards. 
• Provides all employees and research subjects with excellent service experience by consistently demonstrating professional decorum.
• Travel out of state as necessary for Investigator Meetings and other AARACR sites
• Perform other administrative duties as needed

Minimum Qualifications:

• Licensed Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
• Infusion experience preferred
• Clinical research experience preferred
• Possess strong organizational skills 
• Maintains confidentiality of patient and study information
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills 
• Reliable method of transportation 
• Willingness to travel up to 4 days a week and once a month 2.5 hours to Flagstaff & Tucson (paid travel time)
• Willing and able to travel for investigator meetings