Research Nurse
Company: University of California - San Francisco
Location: San Francisco
Posted on: May 3, 2024
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Job Description:
Research Nurse
Surgery
Full Time
78020BR
Job Summary
This role is a limited appointment for 2 years.
The UCSF Department of Surgery is recruiting for a Clinical
Research Nurse to manage several clinical trials in the Division of
Transplant, with a primary focus on islet transplantation for
treatment of diabetes. The primary clinial trial for which the
Clinical Research Nurse will be responsible for is a single-center,
open label, non-randomized safety and efficacy trial to evaluate
co-transplantation of allogeneic parathyroid glands (PTG) with
adult pancreatic islets (both PTG and pancreatic islets obtained
from same deceased donor) in people with Type 1 diabetes in the
intramuscular (IM) site with stable function of liver or kidney
allografts on chronic immunosuppression (PARADIGM). The PARADIGM
trial is under the direction of the principal investigator (PI)
Peter Stock, MD, PhD.
The primary objective is to test the hypothesis that
co-transplantation of allogeneic PTG with adult pancreatic islets
(derived from same deceased donor) in the IM site in people with
Type 1 diabetes with functioning kidney and/or liver
transplants is safe, allows islet engraftment, and leads to
insulin
independence. Although the Principal Investigator, Dr. Stock, is
ultimately accountable for the performance of the clinical trial,
the Clinical Research Nurse will be charged with the comprehensive
management and the day-to-day oversight and execution of this
clinical study (PARADIGM).
The Clinical Research Nurse will interface between the PARADIGM
team and the respective solid organ transplant team to monitor
function and provide the necessary work-up and intervention for any
evidence of allograft dysfunction. The Clinical Research Nurse will
review enrollment criteria with the UCSF kidney/pancreas/liver
teams and identify potential recipients with Type 1 diabetes and
stable kidney and liver allograft function. Each patient will be
evaluated by clinical team and the Clinical Research Nurse to
verify eligibility based on inclusion/exclusion criteria. The
consent will be reviewed at the time of the screening visit.
Eligible recipients will be added to the UNOS waiting list as per
current processes already in place for pancreas and islet
transplant.
Concurrently, the Research Nurse will assist with other clinical
trials in the division of Transplant as may be need by the
department. These trials include clinical trials involving kidney
and liver transplantation. In addition to the clinical activities
outlined in each of the protocols (perioperative and
postoperative), the RN will assist with administrative aspects
relevant to the clinical trial such as the IRB, consent forms,
relevant SOPs, CRFs, etc. The Clinical Research Nurse will also
serve as a liaison between the study team and the clinical
coordinators who manage the kidney and liver transplant recipients.
The communication between the study team and the solid organ
transplant team is essential to assure coordination of
immunosuppression as well as recognition of any deterioration in
liver or kidney allograft function.
Study management responsibilities for the Research Nurse
include:
The duties assigned to this position involve complex
decision-making with respect to patient safety, patient care, and
quality assurance issues, underpinned by observational, analytical,
and clinical skill.
The final salary and offer components are subject to additional
approvals based on UC policy.To see the salary range for this
position (we recommend that you make a note of the job code and use
that to look up): TCS Non-Academic Titles Search
(https://tcs.ucop.edu/non-academic-titles)Please note: An offer
will take into consideration the experience of the final candidate
AND the current salary level of individuals working at UCSF in a
similar role.For roles covered by a bargaining unit agreement,
there will be specific rules about where a new hire would be placed
on the range.To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF,
including total compensation, please visit:
https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html
Department Description
The mission of the UCSF Department of Surgery is threefold: to
develop the next generation of leaders in surgery; to provide
outstanding quality clinical care that is cost effective, yet
compassionate; and to make significant advances in scientific
knowledge and clinical practice through basic and clinical
research. The Department is comprised of multiple divisions and
sections and our surgeons provide care at locations throughout the
greater San Francisco Bay Area and beyond. Our Residents and
Fellows also play a critical role in Department's success. The
Department of Surgery Chair's Office is an extremely high profile,
fast paced environment with a very diverse range of contacts and
needs which require an immediate and accurate response, handled
with confidentiality, and while staying compliant. The Chair's
Office is responsible for management, direction and oversight of
over 400 faculty (clinical and research), trainees and staff
personnel.
Required Qualifications
Qualifications that must be possessed by any candidate to be
considered for the position. These qualifications will be included
in the job posting and will be used to screen applicants. Please
include qualifications that are objective and quantifiable such as
years of experience required, educational degrees, etc.
Preferred Qualifications
Qualifications that an ideal candidate would possess, but are not
minimally required for a candidate to be considered for the
position.
License/Certification
Licenses and certifications that a candidate must possess to be
considered for the position.
About UCSF
The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading
university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced
biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences
and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the
only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the
health sciences. We bring together the world's leading experts in
nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates
who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative
diseases, aging and stem cells.
Pride Values
UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and
talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community
service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to
professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence -
also known as our PRIDE values.
In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity - both
in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed
to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that
is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the
provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient
care. Additional information about UCSF is available at
diversity.ucsf.edu
Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving
healthcare worldwide.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of California San Francisco is an Equal
Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants
will receive consideration for employment without regard to race,
color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national
origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic
information.
Organization
Campus
Job Code and Payroll Title
009139 CLIN NURSE 2
Job Category
Nursing - Adult Services, Nursing - Ambulatory
Services/Outpatient
Bargaining Unit
California Nurses Association (CNA) - Registered Nurses Unit
(NX)
Employee Class
Career
Percentage
50-100%
Location
Parnassus Heights (SF)
Shift
Days
Shift Length
8 Hours
Additional Shift Details
M-F, 8:00am-5:00pm and afterhours/weekends as may be needed
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