Clinical Research Nurse

Job description / Role

New York University Abu Dhabi (NYUAD) is currently seeking a Clinical Research Nurse to join the Abu Dhabi Cohort Study. This will be a fixed-term position for three years.

The Clinical Research Nurse will be responsible for recruiting, consenting, and collecting data from, participants for the Abu Dhabi Cohort Study in accordance with established medical and ethical standards and to adhere to ICH-GCP, HAAD and REC guidelines.

The Clinical Research Nurse coordinates and participates in clinical research studies under the supervision of the principle investigator. They ensure that the study protocol is adhered to; screen patients for inclusion in study based on pre-determined criteria; maintain inventory of supplies needed for study; provide basic patient care and treatment as needed.

Specifically the nurse will:
- Gain knowledge of the study protocol including procedures and documentation to ensure the safe and accurate conduct and recording of the study
- Under the supervision of the principle investigator, develop and utilise study specific documentation to ensure that data is recorded accurately and in accordance with regulatory requirements
- Explain the purpose of study and what is required from participants; answer their questions and obtain written informed consent to participate
- Take physical measurements and blood, urine and oral wash samples and other specimens according to protocols and SOPs
- Collect information and data from participants in a standardized manner, ensuring quality of data and integrity of samples and maintaining participant confidentiality at all times
- Ensure that studies are undertaken in accordance with the terms approved by the institutional ethics committee
- Liaise with all involved groups/departments to ensure all biological samples are collected, stored and processed as per the clinical trial protocol requirements
- Participate in clinical trial monitoring/auditing internally and externally as required in order to meet the regulatory and scientific requirements of each study

Requirements

Education requirements:
- Bachelors degree in Nursing
- CPR certification
- Fluency in written and spoken Arabic
- Masters degree in Nursing or other relevant field (desirable)

Experience requirements:
- At least five (5) years experience as a registered nurse in an ambulatory care setting required
- Ability to obtain RN license in Abu Dhabi
- Knowledge of ICH-GCP guidelines and research ethics
- Ability to work independently with little supervision or direction
- Ability to work with a diverse, international population
- Strong work ethic and exceptional interpersonal skills
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Ability to adapt to new work situations, people, ideas, procedures, and organizational structures in order to accommodate an evolving work environment
- Exhibits maturity, reliability, composure, and stability under pressure in order to handle on-the-job challenges
- Excellent mediation, and consultative skills and is able to work with participants and colleagues from many backgrounds
- Prior experience working in the UAE (desirable)
- Prior experience in clinical research (desirable)
- Knowledge of cultural issues specific to the UAE (desirable)

About the Company

As the first comprehensive liberal arts and science campus in the Middle East to be operated abroad by a major American research university, NYU Abu Dhabi has been built on the following principles:

NYU Abu Dhabi is a research university with a fully integrated liberal arts and science college. It draws students from around the world, and prepares them for the challenges and opportunities of our interconnected world.

NYU Abu Dhabi equips students for leadership in all arenas of human endeavor. It fosters curiosity, creativity, and critical reflection. At NYUAD, students extend themselves and the frontiers of knowledge.