Research Nurse

Pennington Biomedical Research Center • Baton Rouge, LA

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About The Position

Pennington Biomedical Research Center, a world-renowned academic research institute of Louisiana State University, is seeking a Research Nurse in the Clinical Trials Unit. Make an impact in advancing medical research while delivering exceptional patient care. Join our dynamic team in the Clinical Trials Unit as a Research Nurse and play a pivotal role in groundbreaking studies that shape the future of healthcare.

Requirements

• BSN required or ADN with equivalent clinical experience in research or specialty care.
• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Louisiana.
• Minimum 1 year of clinical nursing experience, preferably in research or specialty care.
• Strong skills in participant education, counseling, and adherence monitoring.
• Proficiency in electronic data capture systems and clinical documentation.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in clinical research nursing or working in clinical trials.
• Familiarity with IRB submissions, regulatory documentation, and protocol development.
• Prior experience in participant recruitment and retention strategies.
• Knowledge of clinical trial management systems (CTMS) and regulatory platforms (e.g., REDCap).
• CCRP (Certified Clinical Research Professional) or CCRC (Certified Clinical Research Coordinator).

Responsibilities

• Collect, document, and analyze participant adherence to study drug protocols. Monitor ongoing compliance through direct observation, participant interviews, and data review, and implement interventions as needed to support adherence.
• Administer injectable investigational products in accordance with study protocols and institutional guidelines. Monitor participants for immediate adverse reactions and document all administration activities accurately.
• Provide individualized education and counseling to participants regarding study drug use, potential side effects, and the importance of compliance. Deliver personalized education sessions to participants, explaining study drug usage, potential side effects, and compliance expectations. Serve as a trusted resource for participants, addressing questions and concerns to promote understanding and engagement throughout the trial.
• Oversee regulatory aspects of clinical trial operations, including IRB submissions, protocol amendments, and compliance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP) standards. Coordinate the implementation of study protocols in collaboration with investigators and institutional departments to ensure regulatory and operational readiness. Manage all regulatory submissions, including IRB applications, continuing reviews, and protocol amendments, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.

Benefits

• Pennington Biomedical Research Center offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees