Study-Nurse

Study-Nurses are specialized healthcare professionals in Germany who support the responsible doctors (Prüfärzte/ärztinnen) in clinical trials conducted as part of the drug and medical product approval processes. This profession plays a critical role in evaluating the safety and efficacy of new drugs and medical devices. Their main tasks include the preparation, execution, and follow-up of clinical trials, during which they examine the compatibility and efficacy of drugs or medical products. They organize and document work processes, pre-select subjects, and guide them. Administering medication, taking biological samples, measuring vital functions, and performing various tests (such as reaction, allergy, and respiratory function tests) in accordance with the instructions of the responsible doctor are also among their duties. They generally work in hospitals, pharmaceutical companies, or medical research and development institutions, in offices, wards, examination, and treatment rooms. In their work, they perform data entry and documentation using specialized software, and may need to use protective clothing and equipment (such as lab coats and gloves).

In Germany, "Study-Nurse" follows a Grundberuf — an entry-level occupation that requires no formal vocational training or specific degree.

In Germany, "Study-Nurse" follows a Grundberuf — an entry-level occupation that requires no formal vocational training or specific degree. Foreign applicants should additionally verify diploma recognition via anabin.kmk.org before applying.

Workplace varies by employer. Check the official BERUFENET listing for the current breakdown of typical work environments for Study-Nurse.

Salaries vary by region, employer size, and experience. Consult BERUFENET for current figures, or salary aggregators like gehalt.de and stepstone.de Gehaltsreport.