<p>Mission Statement</p> <p>The University of Michigan Health System improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.</p> <p>Job Summary</p> <p>This position will serve as a Research Nurse for the Cancer Center - Clinic Research Group and will be part of the Oncology Clinical Trials Support Unit?s Malignant Hematology Clinical Research Team. The candidate will be responsible for study coordination and nursing responsibilities for patients on clinical trials in the Cancer Center. This position utilizes critical thinking skills to recognize and solve patient/participant problems, utilizes the nursing process and nursing standards to prevent or manage actual/potential patient/research participant problems in the Oncology setting, and ensures screening scheduling and coordination of care of research participants is accomplished as written in the research study protocol. The Research Nurse is required to have a working knowledge of clinical trial protocol requirements and good clinical practices as set forth by federal regulations.</p> <p>The ideal candidate for this role is a highly motivated oncology nurse who wants to be at the forefront of cutting-edge cancer research and plays a pivotal role in advancing innovative therapies while delivering exceptional, patient-centered care.</p> <p>The Clinical Research Group Research Nurse will be a key driver of clinical trial excellence: blending advanced nursing practice, scientific rigor, and compassionate care to improve outcomes for patients with hematologic malignancies. This role requires strong interpersonal and organizational skills with excellent attention to detail and ability to multitask and work well under time constraints. The candidate will demonstrate a working knowledge of clinical trial design and conduct and excellent computer skills with proficiency in all Microsoft software applications and an electronic medical record. They will participate in the development of research goals and objectives by attending staff meetings, in-service programs, attending appropriate continuing education opportunities, staff development programs, as well as participating in quality improvement initiatives to support implementation of change. This job will involve both outpatient and inpatient research studies and will require morning and occasional evening hours and may provide patient care.</p> <p>Responsibilities*</p> <p>Clinical Trial Coordination & Leadership</p> <ul> <li>Coordinate complex oncology clinical trials in collaboration with investigators, research staff, ancillary services, and clinical teams </li><li>Identify, screen, consent, and enroll patients in clinical trials </li><li>Ensure accurate scheduling and execution of study visits, procedures, and protocol-specific requirements </li><li>Facilitate research treatment planning by reviewing protocol structure and requirements with the principal investigator and care team Maintain full regulatory compliance and uphold Good Clinical Practice (GCP), ICH, and FDA standards; Maintain current PEERS, CITI or NIH Protection of Human Subjects Training Certification </li></ul> <p>Advanced Clinical Nursing Practice</p> <ul> <li>Utilize expert critical thinking to assess, anticipate, and manage patient/participant needs </li><li>Conduct toxicity assessments and grade adverse events under investigator direction </li><li>Supervise dose modifications and manage laboratory abnormalities </li><li>Perform protocol-specific procedures including phlebotomy (PK/PD sampling), EKGs, and other study-related interventions </li><li>Order study-specific labs and procedures in accordance with protocol and departmental guidelines </li><li>Utilizes the nursing process and nursing standards to prevent or manage actual/potential patient/research participant problems in the oncology setting. </li></ul> <p>Patient & Staff Education</p> <ul> <li>Provide comprehensive education to patients and families regarding clinical trial participation, treatment expectations, and potential side effects </li><li>Develop educational materials and tools (e.g., drug diaries, tracking documents) to support protocol adherence </li><li>Deliver in-services and ongoing education to clinical and research staff </li></ul> <p>Operational Excellence</p> <ul> <li>Serve as a liaison between clinical and research teams to streamline processes, troubleshoot challenges, and identify errors or inconsistencies within clinical trial protocols. </li><li>Maintain lab supplies in collaboration with research lab services and data coordinators </li><li>Participate in quality improvement initiatives, study meetings, and research program development </li><li>Provide cross-coverage for research nurses and coordinators as needed </li></ul> <p>Required Qualifications*</p> <ul> <li>Educational Requirement </li></ul>