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Clinical Research Nurse, Surgery

Job ID: 30916
Location: Foothills Campus
Updated March 21, 2024

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We would like to take this opportunity to acknowledge the traditional territories of the people of the Treaty 7 region in Southern Alberta.
The City of Calgary is also home to Métis Nation of Alberta, Districts 5 and 6.

Position Overview

The Department of Surgery in the Cumming School of Medicine invites applications for a Clinical Research Nurse. This Full-time Fixed Term position is for approximately12 months (based on length of grant funding), with the possibility of extension.

The Clinical Research Nurse will report to the Principal Investigator and be accountable to the Orthopaedic Trauma Research Lead, in the Department of Surgery, Cumming School of Medicine.

The role offers a challenging working environment featuring high volumes and variety of work with frequent interruptions. This position may require, at times, scheduled after-hour work for time-sensitive data collection. There will be periods of high volume with strict deadlines as required for the preparation for patient visits and data collection, contacting patients for clinic appointments, compiling data for submission to lead sites and maintenance of study databases. In addition, the incumbent may be responsible for preparing applications to CHREB, research grant applications, annual reporting to granting agencies, and preparation for meetings and conferences to assist the Orthopaedic Trauma Research Team.

Position Description

Summary of Key Responsibilities (job functions include but are not limited to):

  • Patient Care
    • Providing professional and knowledgeable support to research patients
    • Educate patients on all aspects of their participation in the research study
    • Recruitment of patients into clinical research studies, booking appointments, collecting patient data, taking clinical patient histories, reviewing medical histories, patient education and phlebotomy
    • Blood draws and blood sample analysis
    • Scheduling appointments for current research patients within study protocol guidelines
    • Confidentiality of subject information and medical records
    • Adherence to policy and procedure standards
    • Manage strict deadlines as required for the preparation for patient visits and data collection
  • Collaboration
    • Professional interactions and liaison with other healthcare providers (e.g., surgeons, case managers, admins) for patient recruitment, scheduling, and follow-ups
    • Manages own time effectively and ensures immediate reports to manager is kept informed of activities, and progress of work
    • Provides support to members within the Orthopaedic Trauma Research Team, including acting as a resource and ensuring work requirements are consistently met on a daily basis
    • Provide guidance and support to junior staff
  • Research Support
    • Reliable and safe operation of all laboratory equipment for the analysis of various biological samples (e.g., blood, urine)
    • Support multiple research projects at any given time, including planning, organizing, directing, and controlling of all activities surrounding the research projects
    • Conduct industry sponsored pharmaceutical studies and studies initiated by the PI
    • Perform standard trouble-shooting
    • Compile data for submission to lead sites and maintenance of study databases
    • Prepare applications to CHREB, research grant applications, and annual reporting to granting agencies
    • Prepare for meetings and conferences to assist the Orthopaedic Trauma Research Team

Qualifications / Requirements:

  • Bachelor Degree in Nursing required; Master’s Degree in Nursing is an asset
  • Phlebotomy/venipuncture skills/certification required
  • Minimum of 3 years of related experience in a medical/clinical setting required
  • Knowledge of musculoskeletal and/or medical terminology is required
  • Must have willingness and experience to work with various biological samples (eg. blood, tissues, urine, etc)
  • Experience with electronic medical records; Sunrise Clinical Manager, Impax, and/or Netcare in clinical positions is required
  • Current CARNA member is an asset
  • Knowledge of theory and practical application of research policies and procedures is required
  • Laboratory biosafety training and certifications required for the conduct of clinical research involving human subjects are required
  • Strong organizational and interpersonal skills required
  • Effective communication and problem-solving skills required

Application Deadline:  February 7, 2024

We would like to thank all applicants in advance for submitting their resumes. Please note, only those candidates chosen to continue on through the selection process will be contacted.

Additional Information

This position is part of the AUPE bargaining unit, and falls under the Technical Job Family, Phase 2..

For a listing of all management and staff opportunities at the University of Calgary, view our Management and Staff Careers website

About the University of Calgary

UCalgary is Canada’s entrepreneurial university, located in Canada’s most enterprising city. It is a top research university and one of the highest-ranked universities of its age. Founded in 1966, its 36,000 students experience an innovative learning environment, made rich by research, hands-on experiences and entrepreneurial thinking. It is Canada’s leader in the creation of start-ups. Start something today at the University of Calgary. For more information, visit ucalgary.ca.

The University of Calgary has launched an institution-wide Indigenous Strategy  committing to creating a rich, vibrant, and culturally competent campus that welcomes and supports Indigenous Peoples, encourages Indigenous community partnerships, is inclusive of Indigenous perspectives in all that we do.

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