Job Description
Job Description Summary & Additional Information Organization's Summary Statement :
At The University of Maryland School of Public Health (SPH) we promote and protect health for all by advancing interdisciplinary education and experience; conducting innovative and impactful research; supporting growth and well-being of faculty, staff, and students; and engaging meaningfully with diverse communities and strategic partners.
The Public Health AeroBiology Lab (PHAB Lab), led by Dr. Donald Milton, specializes in airborne infection transmission and influenza epidemiology research. We are currently seeking a part-time Research Nurse to join our clinic research team at the University of Maryland College Park, School of Public Health. This Research Nurse position will primarily involve conducting clinic visits for participants in research studies focused on understanding respiratory virus transmission, based in the PHAB Lab Research Clinic. The Research Nurse works under the supervision of the Clinic Director. They will work closely with the clinic staff and undergraduate research assistants (URAs) to collect research data and maintain data quality across all active research protocols.
Key Responsibilities: Conduct in-person clinic visits with study participants (young adults), including but not limited to:
- Obtaining informed consent
- Confirming eligibility based on study inclusion/exclusion criteria
- Collecting demographic and survey data
- Measuring vital signs
Collecting protocol-required biological specimens (e.g., nasal swabs, saliva, blood)
- Perform basic specimen processing (e.g., centrifuging, labeling, Cepheid testing)
- Enter data into research database, including:
Completing electronic case report forms (eCRFs)
Addressing and resolving data queries
- Maintain protocol compliance and report any deviations or adverse events as instructed
- Assist in supervising undergraduate research assistants (URAs) during clinic procedures
- Monitor clinic supply levels and notify designated personnel when items are low
- Participate in community-facing study recruitment activities and campus events
- Support kiosk operations related to ongoing research studies
- Perform other duties as assigned in support of lab research activities
Posting Close Date: 01/28/2026
Open Until Filled : No
Physical Demands: N/A
Minimum Qualifications: - Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university. Licensed with the Maryland State Board of Nurses.
- Experience: Three (3) years of experience practicing nursing.
- Licensure: Maintain Maryland State Board of Nursing licensure and CPR certification for the duration of employment.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities: - Knowledge of patient assessment, education, treatments, and related factors.
- Knowledge of medical coding and electronic record systems.
- Skill in oral and written communication.
- Skill in the use of Microsoft Office and Google Suite products.
- Ability to perform appropriate nursing care based on standard nursing practice.
- Ability to chart patients' medical concerns and nursing care given.
- Ability to effectively communicate information and respond to questions from medical staff pertaining to patient care.
- Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or government regulations.
- Ability to multitask while demonstrating a commitment to customer service and sensitivity to a culturally and ethnically diverse community.
Preferences: o Prior experience in a clinical research setting
o Familiarity with REDCap or electronic data capture (EDC) systems
Licenses/ Certifications: o Active Maryland state RN license or license in a compact State
o BLS (Basic Life Support) certification
Schedule and Hours: • This is a temporary part-time position, requiring at least 20 hours per week, from January 2026 to March 2026.
• The regular schedule can be somewhat flexible, but it must cover the later hours of the day, such as from 2:30 pm to 10:30 pm.
• Flexibility is needed during flu season as some weekend rotation may be required.
Required Application Materials: • Resume
• Cover letter
Department SPHL-Global, Environmental, and Occupational Health
Worker Sub-Type Faculty Non-Regular (Fixed Term)
Salary Range $38 - $43 per hour
Background Checks Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify anyone from employment. Before any adverse decision, the finalist will have an opportunity to provide information to the University regarding disclosable background check information. The University reserves the right to rescind the offer of employment or otherwise decline or terminate employment if the information reported by the background check is deemed incompatible with the position, regardless of when the background check is completed.
Employment Eligibility The successful candidate must complete employment eligibility verification (on Form I-9) by presenting documents that establish identity and work authorization within the timeframe required by federal immigration law, and where applicable, to demonstrate renewed employment authorization. Failure to complete employment eligibility verification or reverification within the timeframe set forth by law may result in suspension or termination of employment.
EEO Statement The University of Maryland, College Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. Please read the University's Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy.
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