Research Nurse for the Barcelonaβeta Brain Research Center

Context

The Barcelonaβeta Brain Research Center (BBRC) is a research center dedicated to the prevention of Alzheimer's disease and the study of cognitive functions affected in healthy and pathological aging. It was created in 2012 by the Pasqual Maragall Foundation, with the support of the Pompeu Fabra University.

The mission of the BBRC is to provide innovative solutions to decipher and prevent biological changes and cognitive dysfunction associated with neurodegenerative diseases. Due to the aging of the world population, these diseases constitute a global challenge, since for example, dementia can reach epidemic levels in 2050, with a forecast of more than 150 million people affected, if is not found a way to prevent its appearance and development.

The BBRC received the HR Excellence in Research award (HRS4R) granted by the European Commission; a recognition that shows its adherence to the principles of the European Charter for Researchers and the Code of Conduct for the Recruitment of Research Staff. The center offers a stimulating and favorable working environment in accordance with the Charter and Code, which describes the rights and responsibilities of researchers and their employers, and contributes to the creation of a transparent, attractive and open ecosystem at an international level.

Pasqual Maragall Foundation, Pompeu Fabra University and “la Caixa” Foundation are permanent members of the BBRC Board. The center is affiliated with and located in the Ciutadella Campus of the Pompeu Fabra University of Barcelona, in a building inaugurated in 2016. The BBRC headquarters has excellent technical facilities, including a 3TMR scanner dedicated to research, and spaces for conducting Clinical Trials and EEG. State-of-the-art scientific facilities, effective management and continuous high-standard peer-review evaluation are the BBRC core proceedings to ensure achieving world-class research results.

BBRC is also part of the Barcelona Biomedical Research Park (PRBB), a large research facility that hosts other seven different research institutions related to biomedical research, including the Center for Genomic Regulation (CRG), the Hospital del Mar Medical Research Institute (IMIM), the Department of Experimental and Health Sciences of the Pompeu Fabra University (CEXS-UPF), the Institute of Evolutionary Biology (IBE CSIC-UPF), the Barcelona Institute of Global Health (ISGlobal) and the Barcelona site of the European Molecular Biology Laboratory (EMBL), among others, in a multidisciplinary, collaborative and stimulating international environment in close contact with a clinical setting, thus conducive to translational research. 

 For more information, visit our web pages: www.fpmaragall.org i www.barcelonabeta.org

About the Position

The BBRC is seeking a Clinical Research Nurse motivated by research and equipped with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work within an interdisciplinary team of medical and research professionals. The selected candidate will report clinically to the Nursing Team Coordinator and, for management-related matters, to the Head of the Clinical Operations Office.

The Clinical Research Nurse will be responsible for performing the clinical procedures required by each protocol, with a strong focus on participant safety and well-being. The nurse will ensure that the dignity, safety, health, and confidentiality of participants are prioritized at all times.

Main Responsibilities

• Specific responsibilities will follow the guidelines of each protocol and include:
• Contacting potential study participants
• Performing required assessments: anthropometric measurements, vital signs, or electrocardiograms
• Sample management: collection, processing, storage, and logging of biological samples
• Lumbar puncture support: assisting the medical team during lumbar punctures
• Following up with participants to ensure their well-being and protocol compliance
• Completing case report forms
• Updating study databases
• Collecting required participant information
• Responding to emergency situations according to applicable standard procedures
• Using clinical judgment, skills, and knowledge to provide high-quality care to participants in research projects

Qualifications and Experience

• Nursing degree
• Registered/Certified Nurse
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel and Word)
• Intermediate level of English (reading and writing)
• Medical and clinical research terminology will be an asset
• Excellent verbal, written, and organizational skills
• Flexible and adaptable to service needs

Personal Skills

• Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team
• Strong collaborative skills (empathetic and team-oriented)
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work in a dynamic environment
• Strong attention to detail and ability to organize and prioritize tasks will be valued
• Interest in joining a non-profit organization with a high social-impact mission

Characteristics of the Position

• Starting date: Immediate

• Permanent Contract

• Full-time position, 38 hours weekly.

• Salary will depend on experience and will be in accordance to the BBRC's reward Policy and Development Plan. 

• Flexible Compensation plan (meal card, health insurance, kindergarten). 

• Holidays: 23 working days proportional to the date of hiring. Furthermore, other extra calendar days such as long weekends and days in March-April and December. 

• We offer a very stimulating environment with infrastructure and unique opportunities for professional development. 

• We offer and promote a diverse and inclusive environment and welcomes applicants regardless of age, disability, gender, nationality, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation or gender identity. We offer as well, the unique research opportunity in a highly innovative project in a multidisciplinary institution.

• At BBRC we also care about developing your professional abilities and career. We evaluate the potential of our team to develop the skills necessary to achieve a high level of professional performance.

Application process

All documentation must be submitted confidentially and electronically to talent@barcelonabeta.org (please specify the position you are applying for in the subject line).To apply, please submit a single PDF file containing the following documents:

• Cover Letter: Highlighting your interests, experience, and motivation for joining the Foundation's mission. 

• Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV) Subject: Research Nurse

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