Clinical Trial Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Clinical Trial Specialist

Job Description

The Clinical Trial Specialist plays a vital role in ensuring the successful initiation and management of clinical trials. This position involves collaborating with various departments to activate new clinical trial protocols and ensuring the smooth execution of study procedures. The specialist will work closely with the clinical research team and Principal Investigator to overcome obstacles and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Protocol Activation office to initiate and activate new clinical trial protocols.
• Prepare and review study tools such as study binders, medication diaries, eligibility checklists, and flow sheets.
• Verify approvals from the Scientific Review Board (SRB), Institutional Review Board (IRB), and finance/contract departments prior to study activation.
• Review protocols and collect multidisciplinary feedback to identify and resolve potential obstacles.
• Perform nursing education to facilitate effective care of enrolled patients.
• Translate finalized protocol treatment plans into sample orders.
• Collaborate with the clinical research team to ensure timely prescreening of potential subjects.
• Review patient charts to confirm protocol eligibility and obtain necessary source documents.
• Ensure informed consent is obtained, signed, and documented according to IRB guidelines.
• Provide back-up support for registering consented patients with study sponsors and input data into clinical trials database.
• Serve as a resource for Clinical Trial Billing Information.
• Act as a link between patients and the research team to address challenges and ensure protocol-specific orders are executed accurately.
• Coordinate continuity of protocol-specified procedures and treatments across disciplines and sites of care.
• Manage patient reimbursement while on clinical trial.
• Deliver high-quality, compassionate oncology nursing care in coordination with the clinical team.
• Grade adverse events using NCI common toxicity criteria and document toxicities.
• Complete Serious/Unexpected Adverse Event forms and ensure accurate reporting.
• Collaborate with the assigned team to assess protocol compliance and report deviations.
• Support the collection and processing of bio-specimens according to protocol guidelines.
• Assist with monitoring visits, audits, and sponsor queries.
• Maintain research records for screened and enrolled patients.
• Promote professional growth through continuing education and skill building.
• Ensure compliance with institutional, state, and federal regulations throughout the research project.

Essential Skills

• 2-3 years of clinical research coordination experience.
• Experience in oncology and clinical research.
• Comfortable communicating with patients.
• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing with a New Jersey license.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing preferred.
• One year of oncology experience required.
• Three to five years of oncology research experience preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN) or Advanced Oncology Certified Nurse (AOCN) preferred.
• Clinical Research Analyst (CRA) or Clinical Research Professional (CCRP) certification preferred.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills.
• Proficient in computer applications including Word and Excel.
• 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.

Work Environment

The work environment is part of a statewide, national, and world-leading scientific discovery initiative. The focus is on innovative research and patient-centered care to improve cancer outcomes. The role involves conducting clinical research across multiple sites and engaging in transdisciplinary collaboration. The facility hosts over 300 active trials and enrolls approximately 5,000 subjects annually. The environment fosters growth with ongoing educational and professional development opportunities. The Clinical Trial Specialist will be part of a dynamic team dedicated to advancing cancer treatment and research.

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 Jun 23, 2026.

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