Clinical Research Associate jobs in Cedar Rapids, IA

Required Qualifications

·         Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BSN) or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required.

·         Minimum of 2 years clinical nursing experience or 1 year of clinical research experience is required.

·         Excellent written and verbal communication skills with patients/families, and interdisciplinary team members as demonstrated through written and verbal interactions are required.

·         Working knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP). 

·         Ability to work flexible hours including nights, evenings, and weekends as needed by the research protocol is required.

·         A current license to practice nursing in the state of Iowa by the time of hire is required.

·         General computer skills are required. 

Desirable Qualifications

·         Strong Clinical Practice skills with work in a clinical practice area within the past year.

·         Experience with cell therapy and/or chemotherapy infusions.

·         Certification in ACLS, NRP or PALS.

·         Experience in processing research regulatory documents and budget preparation is desirable.

·         Experience developing education and orientation materials is desired.

·         The ability to adapt to frequently changing duties and work environment is desired.

·         The ability to work independently is desired.

·         Excellent time management skills and ability to perform detail-oriented work is desired. 

Application Process:

In order to be considered for an interview, applicants must upload the following documents and mark them as a “Relevant File” to the submission:

Resume

Cover Letter 

Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days and may be removed from positing and filled any time after the original posting period has ended. 

Successful candidates will be required to self -disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process.

On Campus: This position is performed fully on campus.

Hybrid within Iowa: This position is eligible for a combination of on-campus and remote work. Remote work must be performed at a location within the state of Iowa and comply with the remote work program and related policies.

Remote within Iowa: This position is eligible for primarily remote work but may require limited work onsite at times. Remote work must be performed at a location within the state of Iowa and comply with the remote work program and related policies.

For additional questions, please contact Dori Hinson at dori-hinson@uiowa.edu. 

This position is not eligible for University sponsorship for employment authorization.

• Classification Title: Clinical/HC Research Associate
• Appointment Type: Professional and Scientific
• Schedule: Full-time
• Work Modality Options: On Campus

• Pay Level: 5A

• Organization: Healthcare
• Contact Name: Dori Hinson
• Contact Email: dori-hinson@uiowa.edu