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Vitalant

Clinical Research Nurse

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

$65k–$75k/yr

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Posted Aug 25, 2026 · Last seen active Aug 31, 2026

What this means for you

The posted pay pencils out to roughly $65k–$75k a year. It's a day shift — the busiest hours, the fullest crew, and your evenings back. Eight-hour shifts keep the days human-sized — rarer than it should be, and worth noticing.

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Base pay
Salary $65k - $75k Yearly
Shift
Days · 8-hour

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At Vitalant, the impact you make doing work that is purposeful, meaningful, and worthwhile is vital. As a member of our non-profit organization, you can be impact-inspired to provide vital clinical services to communities nationwide, vital products to those in need of a donor's generosity, or vital scientific research that advances blood safety worldwide. Work Shift (if Applicable) Shift 1 (United States of America) Job Description Vitalant is seeking a compassionate and detail-oriented RN II Research to join the Clinical Research team at the Hemophilia Center of Western Pennsylvania. If you are passionate about advancing research, improving patient outcomes and making a meaningful impact in the bleeding disorders community, you'll experience a career built on purpose, an organization created to care and a team committed to lead – together. Your Impact As an RN II Research, you will play a critical role in advancing innovative clinical research that improves the lives of individuals living with inherited bleeding disorders. Working alongside physicians, research coordinators and multidisciplinary healthcare professionals, you will provide research-related nursing care, support clinical trials and ensure patient safety while maintaining the highest standards of regulatory compliance and research integrity. Your work will directly contribute to groundbreaking therapies and improved treatment options for patients across Western Pennsylvania and beyond. Starting Salary $65k - $75k Yearly, Based on Experience Schedule Monday – Friday Day Shift (8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.) Location: Hemophilia Center of Western Pennsylvania Pittsburgh, PA (FREE ONSITE PARKING IN OAKLAND) Our Comprehensive Total Rewards Support You, Your Family and Your Future Medical, dental and vision insurance 401(k) with a 5% company match Company-paid basic life and AD&D insurance Company-paid short-term and long-term disability Generous paid time off Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Employee Resource Groups Professional development and continuing education opportunities Recognition programs and additional employee perks As An RN II Research, You Will Coordinate and support clinical research studies involving patients with inherited bleeding disorders. Provide direct nursing care to research participants while ensuring patient safety and protocol compliance. Perform study-related assessments, specimen collection, medication administration and patient monitoring. Educate patients and families regarding clinical research studies, informed consent and study participation. Collaborate with physicians, research coordinators, sponsors and multidisciplinary team members to ensure successful study execution. Accurately document research activities and maintain study records in accordance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP), FDA regulations and study protocols. Monitor participants for adverse events and report findings in accordance with regulatory and sponsor requirements. Coordinate study visits, patient scheduling and follow-up activities. Assist with data collection, source documentation, regulatory compliance and quality assurance activities. Support the implementation of new clinical research studies and contribute to continuous process improvement initiatives. What We're Looking For Education Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred, but not required. High School Diploma is required. Licensure Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania required. Experience Minimum of two years of clinical nursing experience required. One+ year of research experience is required. Experience in hematology, oncology, infusion, rare disease or specialty clinic settings is desirable. Experience coordinating clinical trials or research studies is a plus. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Strong understanding of clinical research principles and Good Clinical Practice (GCP). Excellent patient assessment and clinical judgment skills. Exceptional communication and patient education abilities. Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple research protocols simultaneously. Experience maintaining regulatory documentation and research records. Ability to collaborate effectively with physicians, sponsors, clinical staff and research teams. High attention to detail and commitment to regulatory compliance. Compassionate, patient-centered approach with a passion for advancing research and improving patient care. Why Join Vitalant at the Hemophilia Center of Western Pennsylvania? The Hemophilia Center of Western Pennsylvania is nationally recognized for providing comprehensive care and advancing research for individuals living with inherited bleeding disorders. As part of our Clinical Research team, you'll have the opportunity to help bring innovative therapies to patients while working alongside experts dedicated to improving lives through research, collaboration and compassionate care. Every study has the potential to change lives. Join a team that's helping shape the future of bleeding disorder care. Location: 201 North Craig Street Suite 500 Pittsburgh, PA 15213 Job Category Pharmacy and Therapeutic Services Contact Information: careers@vitalant.org If you are impact-inspired to help others, and making a difference is vital for you, you'll experience a career built on purpose, a company created to care, and a team committed to lead - together.

Skills for this role

Clinical ResearchGood Clinical Practice (GCP)Patient AssessmentClinical JudgmentPatient EducationRegulatory Documentation

Requirements

  • RN

Living in Pittsburgh, PA

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Metro price level · Pittsburgh area
5% below the national average
BEA index 94.7 (100 = national)
Median gross rent
$1,261/mo
rent and tenant-paid utilities
Median household income
$65,742/yr
all local households, not nurse pay

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