Research Nurse Coordinator - Clinical Trials

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At the forefront of medical discovery as it relates to understanding the causes of obesity, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, cancer and dementia, Pennington Biomedical Research Center is a campus of Louisiana State University and conducts basic, clinical and population research. The Center includes Basic Science, Clinical Research, and Population and Public Health, enabling both focused research and translational science. Research at Pennington Biomedical is supported broadly by multiple NIH Research Centers, and includes approximately 65 faculty and 20 postdoctoral fellows who comprise a network of 44 laboratories and 13 highly specialized core service facilities. Pennington Biomedical is located within state-of-the-art research facilities on a 222-acre campus in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.

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Job Posting Title:

Research Nurse Coordinator - Clinical Trials

   

Position Type:

Professional / Unclassified

   

Department:

LSUPBRC Cores - CTU - Clinical Trials Operations (Melissa Lingle (00002335))

   

Work Location:

LSU - Pennington Biomedical

   

Pay Grade:

Professional

   

Job Description:

Pennington Biomedical Research Center, a world-renowned academic research institute of Louisiana State University, is seeking a Research Nurse Coordinator in the Clinical Trials Unit.

 

The Research Nurse Coordinator is a vital member of the clinical research team, responsible for both delivering direct clinical care and overseeing the coordination of complex clinical trial activities. This dual-role position combines advanced nursing practice with research operations management to ensure the safety of study participants, adherence to protocol, and the integrity of data collection. The Nurse Coordinator serves as the central point of contact for investigators, research staff, and institutional departments, facilitating seamless communication and efficient execution of study procedures. This role is ideal for an experienced nursing professional with a strong background in clinical research and a passion for advancing medical science through collaborative, patient-centered care.

Major Responsibilities

• Evaluate potential participants for eligibility and assess factors affecting study drug compliance.

• Track, document, and analyze participant adherence to study protocols and intervene as needed.

• Safely administer injectable investigational products and monitor adverse reactions.

• Provide one-on-one education on study drug use, side effects, and compliance expectations.

• Serve as the central point of contact for study teams, ensuring smooth execution of trial procedures.

• Manage IRB submissions, protocol updates, and ensure adherence to GCP and institutional guidelines.

Required Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (RN) with current and unrestricted licensure.

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or equivalent; advanced degree (MSN or related) preferred.

• Minimum of 3–5 years of clinical nursing experience.

• Demonstrated knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP), FDA