Clinical Research Nurse Coordinator

The primary purpose of the Clinical Research Nurse is to ensure the successful, patient-oriented, safe, and effective conduct of clinical trials. This role involves assisting investigators in preparing and implementing new clinical trials, screening and enrolling study participants, and providing protocol-related clinical management to those participants while on study.

• Collaborate with the Protocol Activation office to initiate and activate all new clinical trial protocols using the Study-start up task list.
• Prepare and review study tools such as study binders, medication diaries, eligibility checklists, and flow sheets.
• Verify Scientific Review Board (SRB), Institutional Review Board (IRB), data collection plans, and finance/contract approvals prior to study activation.
• Review protocols and collect multidisciplinary logistical, educational, and financial feedback to identify potential obstacles to study conduct.
• Perform nursing education to other disciplines for safe, effective care of enrolled patients.
• Translate finalized protocol treatment plans into sample orders.
• Ensure timely prescreening of potential subjects and active cancer patients for clinical trials.
• Review patient charts and medical history to confirm protocol eligibility and obtain source documents.
• Follow informed consent processes to ensure that IRB approved consent has been obtained and documented.
• Provide backup support to register consented research patients and input data into clinical trials database.
• Serve as a resource for Clinical Trial Billing Information.
• Coordinate protocol-specified procedures and treatments for study patients across disciplines/sites of care.
• Manage patient reimbursement while on clinical trial and coordinate hands-on oncology nursing care.
• Provide nursing assessment and documentation for study patients, ensuring accurate protocol adherence.
• Collaborate with medical staff to ensure timely delivery of services to patients.
• Grade adverse events and document toxicities as per protocol requirements.
• Complete Serious/Unexpected Adverse Event (SAE) forms and ensure follow-up reports are accurate.
• Assess overall protocol compliance and assist with deviation reporting.
• Ensure bio-specimens are collected and processed according to protocol guidelines.
• Assist with monitoring visits, audits, and sponsor queries.
• Maintain research records for screened and enrolled patients.
• Model professional responsibility and performance, and strive for professional growth.
• Demonstrate competence in utilizing computerized systems required for clinical tasks.
• Participate in training programs, quality assurance activities, and professional development.
• Ensure adherence to Institutional, State, and Federal regulations and maintain mandatory educational requirements.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing preferred.
• License to practice nursing in the State of New Jersey.
• One (1) year of oncology experience required.
• Three (3) to five (5) years of oncology research experience preferred.
• Active Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Oncology Nursing Society (ONS) certification as an Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN) or Advanced Oncology Certified Nurse (AOCN) preferred.
• Certification from the Association of Clinical Research Professionals as a Clinical Research Analyst (CRA) or Society of Clinical Research Associates (SoCRA) as a Clinical Research Professional (CCRP) preferred.
• Proficiency in computer applications such as Word, Excel, etc.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills.
• Experience and comfortability communicating with patients.
• Ability to maximize resources and be resourceful.
• Equivalent education, experience, and/or training may be substituted for the degree requirement.

The work environment involves being part of a statewide, national, and world leader of scientific discovery and patient care in cancer research. The role supports the conduct of innovative research and patient-centered care across various phases of trials, including adult and pediatric studies. The team operates at multiple sites with a focus on diverse disease-specific groups, with a goal of significant enrollment growth and trial activation.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of New Brunswick, NJ.

The pay range for this position is $55.00 - $57.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in New Brunswick,NJ.

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 16, 2026.

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