Research Nurse

Job summary

The Research Nurse will provide clinical and research support for maternal vaccine clinical trials within the Reproductive Infectious Diseases Program. Responsibilities include participant recruitment, data and specimen collection, and performing clinical activities as delegated by the research team.

Job details

Job Title Research Nurse Job Category M&P - AAPS Job Profile AAPS Hourly - Nursing, Level A Job Family Group Staff - Non Union Department Money Laboratory | Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology | Faculty of Medicine Compensation Range $43.63 - $62.72 CAD Hourly The Compensation Range is the span between the minimum and maximum base salary for a position. The midpoint of the range is approximately halfway between the minimum and the maximum and represents an employee that possesses full job knowledge, qualifications and experience for the position. In the normal course, employees will be hired, transferred or promoted between the minimum and midpoint of the salary range for a job. Job End Date May 1, 2027 Posting End Date October 30, 2026 Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the Posting End Date. This position is subject to the satisfactory completion of required background checks. At UBC, we believe that attracting and sustaining a diverse workforce is key to the successful pursuit of excellence in research, innovation, and learning for all faculty, staff and students. Our commitment to employment equity helps achieve inclusion and fairness, brings rich diversity to UBC as a workplace, and creates the necessary conditions for a rewarding career. Job Summary Working within the Reproductive Infectious Diseases Program, you will be part of an interdisciplinary research team. You will work closely with a research coordinator on clinical trials of maternal vaccines in pregnancy. Organizational Status You will be responsible to providing clinical and research support to the Principal Investigator and performing clinical activities as delegated by the investigator and/or study coordinator or project manager. Work Performed Participates in the recruiting and screening of research participants for entry into the study Provides education regarding participation in the study and participates in the informed consent process Provides verbal and written descriptions of the background and purpose of the study Supports research participants’ understanding of the procedures, potential risks, and possible benefits inherent to their involvement in the study Oversees and coordinates data and specimen collection and processing, including collaboration with inpatient/outpatient hospital staff and lab staff, and study coordinator Performs blood collection per the study protocol Administers study vaccination per the study protocol Monitors vital signs, fetal heart tone, and fetal movements per the study protocol and delegated by the investigator Obtains medical, social and sexual histories on participants as delegated by the investigator Completes accurate, concise, and legible documentation on clinical research activities on all participant records; performs medical documentation as required; maintains participant records Monitors testing and results; reviews and reports as appropriate Generates progress and interim reports for presentation; provides enrollment and sample collection updates at weekly team meetings Exercises judgement and discretion to provide leadership and resolve problems Performs other study related duties as assigned The candidate will work at BC Women’s Hospital and the Women’s Health Research Institute. Flexible availability is an asset. Consequence of Error/Judgement The Research Nurse is required to conduct all research activities in an ethical manner suited to proper activities of the university of BC and to the professional organizations governing him/herself and those governing the activities of the Principal Investigator and all other investigators. Any procedures or data recorded as part of the trial must be accurate and must accurately reflect the work performed. Errors could result in damage to the reputation of the Principal Investigator and the University of BC. Supervision Received Works under supervision although performs routine duties independently. Work is performed in accordance with established procedures and well-defined standard practices. Supervision Given May give technical guidance to clerical staff, or research assistants, but no direct supervisory responsibilities. Minimum Qualifications Registered Nurse with BCCNM plus a minimum of one year of nursing experience. - Willingness to respect diverse perspectives, including perspectives in conflict with one’s own - Demonstrates a commitment to enhancing one’s own awareness, knowledge, and skills related to equity, diversity, and inclusion Preferred Qualifications Experience in the field of Reproductive Medicine and Women’s Health is an asset Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing Ability to work effectively independently and in a team environment Ability to analyze problems, identify key issues and effectively resolve problems Ability to effectively manage multiple tasks and priorities Ability to exercise sound judgement Other skills necessary for this position include: computer experience including MS Office and Excel

What you’ll do

The Research Nurse will provide clinical and research support for maternal vaccine clinical trials within the Reproductive Infectious Diseases Program. Responsibilities include participant recruitment, data and specimen collection, and performing clinical activities as delegated by the research team.

Requirements

Candidates must be a Registered Nurse with BCCNM certification and possess at least one year of nursing experience. Proficiency in clinical documentation and the ability to work effectively within an interdisciplinary team are required.

Listed skills

• MS-Office · Preferred
• Microsoft Excel · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Problem solving · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Clinical research
• Nursing
• Patient recruitment
• Informed consent
• Data collection
• Specimen processing
• Blood collection
• Vaccination administration
• Vital signs monitoring
• Medical documentation
• Reproductive medicine
• Women's health
• MS Office
• Excel
• Communication
• Problem solving
• Employment Equity
• Informed Consent
• Registered Nurse (RN)
• Interdisciplinary Research
• Research Support
• Vital Signs
• Ethical Standards And Conduct
• Microsoft Excel
• Research
• Blood Donation Drives
• Clerical Works
• Clinical Research
• Clinical Research Coordination
• Clinical Trials
• Cardiotocography
• Leadership
• Obstetrics And Gynaecology
• Health Research
• Innovation
• Infectious Diseases
• Project Management
• Sample Collection
• Writing

Job areas

• Healthcare
• Science & Research
• Nurse Researcher
• Registered Nurse (General)
• Nursing Professionals
• Registered Nurses

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