Location: Baltimore, MD
Cap-Exempt H-1B Position — No lottery required
We are currently seeking a ***Sr. Research Nurse*** to implement and oversee multiple, single-center and multi-site national studies as assigned for the division of Transplant Oncology and Infectious Disease (TOID). Our primary research is related to the use of novel organ sources to address the national organ shortage, such as HIV+ to HIV+ transplant under the HOPE Act. The Sr. Research Nurse should be someone who works well in a fast-paced collaborative atmosphere but can also maintain a high degree of independence. This position will report directly to the TOID Research Nurse Manager, Operational Manager, and Principal Investigator. **DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES** *Project Management* *Pre-study* - Anticipates research requirements for designated patient populations. - Collaborates in development & writing of protocols and consent forms, as appropriate. - Collaborates in the development and preparation of regulatory documents as appropriate - Applies knowledge of study design to evaluate new protocols. - Applies knowledge of federal & local regulations when evaluating new protocols. - Reviews & assesses new protocols for clarity, thoroughness, logistical feasibility, maintaining subject safety, etc., for assigned protocols. - Collaborates in the determination of roles & responsibilities of research team members in the implementation of assigned trials. - Evaluates the impact on & availability of resources for assigned clinical trials. - Lists & clarifies concerns & questions about new protocols with Research Nurse Manager and PI. Proposes & negotiates alternatives to improve protocol implementation. *Pre-initiation* - Collaborates in the design of appropriate methods for the collection of data required for assigned trials. - Oversees & collaborates in development of study tools, including data collection forms, eligibility checklists, preprinted orders, & distribution of the protocol on the Web Library and Internet (where applicable). - Develops study-specific CR