Research Nurse Manager

The Stanford Center for Clinical Research (SCCR) is a growing academic research organization within the Stanford Department of Medicine. Our mission is to advance impactful clinical research through quality operations.

SCCR is collaborating with the Division of Infectious Diseases and ChEM-H to launch multiple COVID-19 studies as part of a COVID Outpatient Clinical Trials Research Unit (CTRU). We are seeking a Clinical Research Nurse Manager to conduct globally impactful research. You will also help build and strengthen new partnerships in collaboration with PIs, clinicians, and clinical research staff in a dynamic team.

SCCR is seeking a Research Nurse Manager to be under the direction of the principal investigator and SCCR, provide leadership and oversight of a significant number of clinical research projects for a large unit, with an emphasis on supervising, evaluating, and training research staff. Responsible for managing clinical research operations, applying medical knowledge and experience to oversee and direct clinical course of research participants in clinical trials, and overseeing and potentially administering the physical health assessments and treatments throughout the study aligned with "Scope of Practice" delegated responsibilities.

At SCCR, we strive to find team members who are passionate about their work, flexible, fun, and want to deliver results. We place a high priority on equipping our staff to perform their job efficiently, helping them acquire new skills and grow within the organization. We encourage our team to have a healthy balance between work commitments and life outside of work and provide support to achieve this balance. If you are looking to make a large impact through global-reaching clinical research, we encourage you to apply! Visit our website to learn more about our core values and what we do.

Duties include:

• Provide leadership, direction, and guidance to significant number of staff across multiple research projects and protocols. Recruit, orient, and manage research staff, research nurses, and administrative staff in support of clinical research projects. Conduct regular meetings with reports, mentor staff, and complete employee evaluations.
• Collaborate in research planning activities, working closely with principal investigators to help develop and review potential protocols prior to study initiation, including assisting with study design, assessing feasibility, and budget development.
• Manage the medical staff and the quality of study participant care provided by employees. Identify, coordinate, and monitor the required training, licensure, and certification requirements of staff with their related job responsibilities and protocol specific procedures.
• Plan protocol, develop policies, and establish standards for the research unit, department, or school.
• Represent departmental research to internal and external committees. Act as an expert resource person for research staff.
• Develop, plan, and manage budget for new protocols, and oversee resources including funds, personnel, billing reconciliation, and equipment.
• Provide clinical and administrative nursing support and oversight for research clinical trials based on scope of practice.
• Collaborate with clinical staff, researchers, outside vendors, and other staff to administer treatment and study protocols.
• Oversee and potentially administer medications and treatments per study protocol for out study participant research participants.
• Develop and audit appropriate record keeping procedures and ensure regulatory compliance at every level. Provide direction in auditing and monitoring activities.
• Develop and prepare operational and statistical reports for management, regulatory agencies, and research sponsors.

* The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• CITI Certification

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE (REQUIRED):

• Bachelor's degree in nursing or equivalent, and five years of clinical trials research experience. Supervisory or managerial experience.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (REQUIRED):

• Demonstrated ability to work with research subjects of all ages and backgrounds.
• Verbal and written communication skills to convey medical and research-related information to research subjects of all ages and backgrounds.
• Ability to identify confidential and sensitive information (written and verbal).
• Ability to implement good clinical practices in all interactions with study participants, their families, and colleagues.
• Ability to identify adverse reactions to study treatments and the required study protocol documentation to record these activities.
• Ability to implement study protocols with limited supervision.
• Ability to provide work direction to research support staff.
• Demonstrated deep understanding of good clinical practices and regulatory compliance.
• Demonstrated experience with electronic data capture, including database management.
• Demonstrated ability to perform the functions of the position without supervision.

CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSES:

• Current license as a California Registered Nurse.
• Certified Research Administrator or Clinical Research Coordinator preferred.
• Current basic CPR certification

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS*:

• Frequently stand/walk, sit, perform desk-based computer tasks, use a telephone, writing by hand, sort/file paperwork or parts, twist/bend/stoop/squat, and grasp lightly/fine manipulation.
• Occasionally reach/work above shoulders, grasp forcefully, operate foot and/or hand controls.
• Rarely kneel/crawl, climb (ladders, scaffolds, or other), scrub/sweep/mop/chop/mix, operate a manual pipette.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a valid California non-commercial class license and operate vehicle during daylight hours.

• Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or her job.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• May be required to work with, take specific precautions against, and/or be immunized against potentially hazardous agents.
• May be exposed to blood borne pathogens.
• On call 24 hours/day.
• Frequent travel, might include international travel.

WORKING STANDARDS:

• Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external organizations.
• Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for safety; communicates safety concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned.
• Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University policies and procedures, including but not limited to the personnel policies and other policies found in the University’s Administrative Guide, http://adminguide.stanford.edu/.

WHY STANFORD IS FOR YOU:

Imagine a world without search engines or social platforms. Consider lives saved through first-ever organ transplants and research to cure illnesses. Stanford University has revolutionized the way we live and enrich the world. Supporting this mission is our diverse and dedicated 17,000 staff. We seek talent driven to impact the future of our legacy. Our culture and unique perks empower you with:

• Freedom to grow. We offer career development programs, tuition reimbursement, or audit a course. Join a TedTalk, film screening, or listen to a renowned author or global leader speak.
• A caring culture. We provide superb retirement plans, generous time-off, and family care resources.
• A healthier you. Climb our rock wall, or choose from hundreds of health or fitness classes at our world-class exercise facilities. We also provide excellent health care benefits.
• Discovery and fun. Stroll through historic sculptures, trails, and museums.
• Enviable resources. Enjoy free commuter programs, ridesharing incentives, discounts and more.

Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.