Research Nurse - Digestive & Liver Diseases

Summary The Research Nurse will be responsible for coordinating patient care and research activities related to a newly funded study investigating how probiotics influence the gut microbiome during critical illness and their potential role in reducing the risk of hospital-acquired infections. The incumbent will coordinate and conduct a single-site clinical trial evaluating a probiotic intervention in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU). Responsibilities Collaborate with physicians, nurses, nutritionists, and other healthcare professionals to assess patient eligibility for study participation. Screen medical records and other relevant information to identify potential research participants. Educate, consent, and enroll patients into the clinical trial. Coordinate and ensure timely and accurate delivery of the study intervention. Perform clinical assessments and collect health information and biological specimens from research participants. Enter, verify, and maintain research data in accordance with study protocols and regulatory requirements. Monitor participants for adverse events and respond appropriately in collaboration with the study team. Conduct follow-up telephone assessments to evaluate participants' functional status and study outcomes. Attend and participate in meetings with the Principal Investigator (PI), study sponsor, drug manufacturer, and other research stakeholders. Prepare summary reports, study metrics, and analyses to evaluate intervention outcomes. Manage biospecimen inventories, storage procedures, and clinical research databases. Coordinate, prepare, and maintain Institutional Review Board (IRB) submissions, amendments, renewals, and regulatory documentation. Maintain compliance with federal, state, institutional, and sponsor regulations governing human subjects research. Perform additional related duties and responsibilities as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree or equivalent in education and experience, plus four years clinical and/or research nursing experience Current Registered Nurse (RN) licensure required. Recent ICU or critical care nursing experience required. Exceptional organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills. Ability to work independently while effectively collaborating with the Principal Investigator and multidisciplinary research teams. Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain positive relationships with patients, families, healthcare providers, and research personnel. Preferred Qualifications Proficiency in data management and clinical documentation systems. Prior clinical research experience in an academic medical center or hospital setting. Experience coordinating clinical trials and managing regulatory documentation. Familiarity with Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines and human subjects research requirements. Other Requirements Medical clearance and participation in the medical surveillance program Contact with patients and/or human research subjects Potential bloodborne pathogen exposure Successful completion of applicable compliance and systems training requirements Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran Columbia University is committed to the hiring of qualified local residents.