Research RN, Genitourinary (Gu) Oncology

Department Overview

The mission of the Knight Clinical Research Management organization is to support the conduct of translational clinical research aimed at improving the lives of people and families with cancer by applying innovative strategies for cancer prevention, screening diagnosis and treatment. The support is provided through proactive, high quality and efficient study management in compliance with federal regulations and local policies and procedures. This fast-paced and highly intense research environment requires management of complex therapeutic interventional (TI) trials and clinical research studies involving a very vulnerable and sick population.

The Genitourinary Research team at OHSU focuses on non-prostate GU cancers: renal, bladder, penile, and testicular. The program is growing in studies and enrollments. We are working to serve our patient populations and bring them the best possible trials and treatment options. We have a mix of industry trials, cooperative group trials, and investigator initiated trials ranging from phase one trials for new treatments to sample collection studies to assess efficacy of drugs available as routine care. One of our investigators, Dr. Christopher Ryan, is a leader of the Southwest Oncology Group and an enthusiastic supporter of the cooperative group trials. We have a coordinator team lead and three coordinators, as well as two data managers and a regulatory coordinator to manage the trials and patients.

Function/Duties of Position

Summary of responsibilities:

The Research Nurse is responsible for the clinical research activities for cancer clinical research studies conducted at the OHSU Knight Cancer Institute. The Research Nurse works collaboratively with other staff and provides services, as assigned by the supervisor, in furtherance of the university's mission and goals. The primary objectives of this position are to educate, recruit, screen, monitor and document the subjects' responses to treatment. The Research Nurse provides monitoring and clinical expertise to ensure protocol adherence and accurate data collection. In addition to direct research responsibilities, the individual is this position is responsible for mentoring OHSU or affiliate site staff members, and identifying opportunities for and implementing process improvement.

OHSU Research Classification: Sr Research Associate-RN

Qualities of a successful candidate:

This position requires a highly experienced nurse, capable of working both independently and collaboratively with all levels of providers and non-medical research staff, adroitly balancing patient safety and research data advancement in the most ethical manner.

Required Qualifications

Education and experience:

• BSN AND 9 years of clinical experience, preferably in an oncology and/or research setting (MSN will substitute 4 years of the required experience)

• Basic Life Support certification

• Active RN license in the state of Oregon

Job Related Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (Competencies):

• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks at one time

• Excellent communication, analytical and organizational skills: both written and verbal

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team while being collaborative in resolving problems

• Proficiency with computers running Windows and PC applications e.g. MS Excel, Oracle, Access, Word and PowerPoint

• Excellent customer service skills, both on the phone and in person

• Energy and drive to coordinate multiple projects simultaneously

• Ability to use tact and diplomacy to maintain effective working relationships

Preferred Qualifications

Oncology certification

Additional Details

Please be sure to submit a resume and cover letter with your application.

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Oregon Health & Science University values a diverse and culturally competent workforce. We are proud of our commitment to being an equal opportunity, affirmative action organization that does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of any protected class status, including disability status and protected veteran status. Individuals with diverse backgrounds and those who promote diversity and a culture of inclusion are encouraged to apply. To request reasonable accommodation contact the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Department at 503-494-5148 or aaeo@ohsu.edu.