Clinical Research Nurse

We are seeking a dedicated Clinical Research Nurse to join our Clinical Pharmacology Research Unit (CPRU).

In this role, you will provide comprehensive clinical nursing care to study participants while ensuring strict adherence to departmental policies, established nursing standards, and ICH/GCP guidelines. You will be instrumental in delivering high-quality clinical research support across multiple concurrent studies.

Key Responsibilities

Study Coordination & Support

Coordinate and provide continuity of support across allocated studies in collaboration with the Clinical Research Coordinator

Support all study activities, documentation processes, and special requirements

Ensure subject safety and accurate medical data documentation in accordance with case report forms (CRFs), study protocols, and ICH/GCP guidelines

Study Preparation & Organization

Verify and maintain informed consent documentation for all study volunteers

Organize and maintain study-specific materials and medical devices

Prepare and maintain clinical equipment and safe study environments

Configure ward areas to meet study-specific requirements

Provide comprehensive care and support to volunteers from admission through discharge

Subject Assessments & Investigations

Perform physiological measurements including ECG, blood pressure, lung function testing, and venipuncture according to study protocol

Document all investigations accurately and completely

Prepare and instruct subjects for neuro-physiologic measurements as required

Perform EEG registrations and polysomnographic recordings where applicable

Administer psychological and physiologic test procedures

Documentation & Data Management

Provide volunteers with study-relevant documentation, diaries, and forms

Manage CRF corrections in coordination with quality management and assurance teams

Manage CRFs, source data storage, and archiving following study completion

Resolve data clarification queries promptly

Issue audit reports on internal and external quality audit findings

Stakeholder Engagement

Cooperate with study monitors, including preparation for monitor visits and document review

Participate in study team sessions, study initiation meetings, and sponsor sessions

Communicate shift-to-shift study-relevant information to the team

Manage volunteer payments and incentives

Required Qualifications

Education

Completed nursing qualification (Registered Nurse/Nurse), MTA (Medical Technical Assistant), doctor's assistant, paramedic, or equivalent qualification

Experience

Relevant experience in a hospital or medical/surgical setting

Skills & Competencies

Fluent German and good written and oral English proficiency

Proficient with Windows Office applications

Strong organizational and time management skills

Ability to work effectively under pressure

Flexibility with shift work (early, late, night shifts)

Availability for weekend and holiday work

Attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy

Strong communication and teamwork skills.