About the Role
Tekton Research is seeking an experienced Nurse Practitioner interested in clinical research to join our team in Austin, Texas. This role involves serving as a Sub-Investigator on clinical trials, performing medical assessments, and managing daily trial operations.
Responsibilities
- Acquire and maintain Tekton-Sponsored SOPs, processes, and policies annually or as changes are made.
- Acquire and maintain Good Clinical Practice (GCP) knowledge every 2 years.
- Acquire and maintain IATA Shipment of Hazardous Goods knowledge every 3 years, if applicable.
- Participate in study-specific training as required.
- Maintain medical license(s) and certifications.
- Prepare the site for study conduct, ensuring readiness.
- Attend Investigator’s meetings and Site Initiation Visits.
- Train staff participating in trials.
- Create or review source documents.
- Work with Regulatory staff to obtain appropriate approvals.
- Disseminate information to other personnel and potential patients.
- Obtain all necessary training and provide information for others to obtain training.
- Ensure the site has all required documents and equipment for study conduct.
- Ensure the site has received sponsor and IRB approval.
- Communicate with the sponsor in a timely manner.
- Communicate with vendors, the recruiting department, and other assigned resources.
- Ensure the site receives Sponsor Greenlight before enrolling subjects.
- Manage all aspects of preparation and conduct of assigned studies.
- Schedule appointments with recruiters and office administrators.
- Schedule sponsor visits with the Regulatory Specialist.
- Prepare for each subject visit, ensuring all appropriate procedures are performed.
- Obtain initial and updated Informed Consents from each study subject.
- Perform study-related procedures in accordance with the protocol.
- Gather and record all necessary data in appropriate source documents.
- Enter information into case report forms completely and accurately.
- Communicate and work with sponsors and sponsor monitors.
- Resolve data queries efficiently.
- Ensure study documents are complete, current, and filed correctly.
- Manage laboratory procedures.
- Manage study supplies.
- Complete study closeout activities efficiently.
- Perform phlebotomy and lab duties as needed.
- Serve as Sub-Investigator on trials.
- Perform delegated medical procedures in accordance with protocol.
- Complete other tasks as delegated by the Medical Director.
- Communicate effectively and professionally with other team members in a timely manner.
- Represent Tekton in a professional manner.
- Promote harmony and professionalism within the workplace.
- Complete assigned tasks accurately, efficiently, and timely.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Ability to make sound medical judgment in relation to protocols.
- Ability to assess safety measures in relation to protocols.
- Demonstrated strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work as a team member.
- Experience starting IVs.
- Phlebotomy experience.
Skills
- GCP knowledge
- EDC familiarity
- CTMS familiarity
- Strong clinical judgment
- Phlebotomy
Location
- Austin, Texas
Work Type
- Part-Time
Experience Level
- Experienced
Education Level
- MSN or DNP
- Current NP license
About the Company
- Tekton Research is a clinical research organization.
