Clinical Research Nurse Coordinator

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Clinical Research Nurse Job Description The primary role of the Clinical Research Nurse is to ensure the successful, patient-oriented, safe, and effective conduct of clinical trials. This position involves collaborating with various departments to initiate and activate new clinical trial protocols, providing protocol-related clinical management to study participants, and serving as a resource for other staff on research topics such as FDA, IRB, and GCP regulations. Responsibilities 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 safe, effective study conduct. Perform protocol-related nursing education to other disciplines to facilitate safe, effective care of enrolled patients. Translate finalized protocol treatment plans, study calendars, and clinical trials billing grids into sample orders. Collaborate with the clinical research team to 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 as needed. Ensure informed consent is obtained, signed, placed in the medical record, and a copy provided to the patient. Provide back-up support to register consented research patients with study sponsors and input data into the clinical trials database. Coordinate continuity of protocol-specified procedures and treatments for study patients between disciplines/sites of care. Manage high-quality, compassionate hands-on oncology nursing care and coordinate with clinical teams, investigators, and ancillary departments. Ensure protocol-specific orders are entered and executed accurately, including scheduling and completion of tests and appointments. Drive collaboration with integrated medical system staff to ensure coordinated and timely delivery of services to patients. Grade adverse events using protocol-referenced criteria and complete Serious/Unexpected Adverse Event (SAE) forms as required. Assist with monitoring visits, audits, and database queries as needed. Maintain research records for screened and enrolled patients and ensure compliance with institutional, state, and federal regulations. Essential Skills Graduate of an accredited school of nursing with a license to practice in the State of New Jersey. Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred. One year of oncology experience required. Three to five years of oncology research experience preferred. Maintains active Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. Oncology Nursing Society (ONS) certification as an Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN) or Advanced Oncology Certified Nurse (AOCN) preferred. Association of Clinical Research Professional as a Clinical Research Analyst (CRA) or Society of Clinical Research Associates (SoCRA) certification as a Clinical Research Professional (CCRP) preferred. Additional Skills & Qualifications Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills. Proficient in computer applications (Word, Excel, etc.). Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to maximize resources and be resourceful. Equivalent education, experience, and/or training may be substituted for the degree requirement. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of New Brunswick, NJ. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $55.00 - $60.00/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) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in New Brunswick,NJ.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Apr 22, 2026. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through: Hiring diverse talent Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes Ensuring growth opportunities for our people Actalent is an equal opportunity employer. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we've helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day. Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.