Clinical/HC Research Professional – Interventional Cardiology

UIOWA • Iowa City, IA

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About The Position

This is a Professional & Scientific role in the 5A Pay Level. BASIC FUNCTION The University of Iowa Health Care Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Cardiovascular Medicine, is seeking a licensed professional to apply clinical skills and evaluate and execute research protocols in Adult Interventional Cardiology. Research studies will take place throughout the Heart and Vascular Center, including inpatient units, the catheterization lab, and ambulatory clinics. The position requires academic knowledge of adult anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology, and involves extensive coordination among multiple parties. SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES: Support interventional cardiology research by managing participants before, during, and after procedures, and conducting clinic or phone assessments. Screen and consent participants, verify eligibility with investigators, and educate participants on study expectations, risks, benefits, and alternatives. Administer study medications, monitor adverse reactions, ensure protocol compliance, and collect/process clinical trial specimens. Assist participants with concerns related to cardiovascular therapy, including guidance on symptoms, side effects, and when to seek urgent evaluation. Contribute to the design, development, implementation, and maintenance of study protocols. Coordinate trial operations, develop study materials, resolve monitoring queries, and manage treatment randomizations. Serve as a liaison with investigators, healthcare providers, agencies, and sponsors while ensuring human subjects protection. Recruit, screen, enroll, and consent study participants; schedule trial‑related procedures; and prepare recruitment and educational materials. Collect, enter, validate, and revise clinical research data in accordance with IRB, sponsor, and Good Clinical Practice requirements. Participate in developing and improving data collection systems. Manage regulatory documentation, prepare IRB submissions, conduct audits, and monitor compliance with regulatory standards. Provide training or supervision as needed, support educational activities, mentor new staff, and follow institutional policies. Assist with study budgeting and identify opportunities for cost‑efficient practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a Health Science field or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Academic knowledge of a specific discipline and professional licensure in a clinically-related field is required.
• Minimum of 2 years of clinical healthcare experience.
• Knowledge of cardiovascular medicine procedures and cardiovascular medicine terminology.
• Ability to work some weekends, evenings and nights per study protocol assessment requirements.
• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• A Current, valid Iowa Registered Nurse license.
• Previous nursing experience with the cardiovascular medicine diseases patient population.
• Prior experience in clinical research, regulatory guidelines and procedures and study budget development.
• Knowledge of cardiovascular medicine procedures and cardiovascular medicine terminology.
• BLS Certification.
• Phlebotomy experience.
• Knowledge of IRB guidelines and procedures.
• Certification in Good Clinical Practice.
• Excellent time management skills and ability to perform detail-oriented work.
• Experience in a position requiring independent decision-making.
• Knowledge of EPIC and experience with computer software applications (MS Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Support interventional cardiology research by managing participants before, during, and after procedures, and conducting clinic or phone assessments.
• Screen and consent participants, verify eligibility with investigators, and educate participants on study expectations, risks, benefits, and alternatives.
• Administer study medications, monitor adverse reactions, ensure protocol compliance, and collect/process clinical trial specimens.
• Assist participants with concerns related to cardiovascular therapy, including guidance on symptoms, side effects, and when to seek urgent evaluation.
• Contribute to the design, development, implementation, and maintenance of study protocols.
• Coordinate trial operations, develop study materials, resolve monitoring queries, and manage treatment randomizations.
• Serve as a liaison with investigators, healthcare providers, agencies, and sponsors while ensuring human subjects protection.
• Recruit, screen, enroll, and consent study participants; schedule trial‑related procedures; and prepare recruitment and educational materials.
• Collect, enter, validate, and revise clinical research data in accordance with IRB, sponsor, and Good Clinical Practice requirements.
• Participate in developing and improving data collection systems.
• Manage regulatory documentation, prepare IRB submissions, conduct audits, and monitor compliance with regulatory standards.
• Provide training or supervision as needed, support educational activities, mentor new staff, and follow institutional policies.
• Assist with study budgeting and identify opportunities for cost‑efficient practices.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level