Clinical Research Nurse

Clinical Research Nurse

The Clinical Research Nurse will support a growing oncology research program by coordinating all aspects of clinical trials across Phases IIV. This role manages a caseload of approximately 79 patients in active treatment, along with follow-up visits, and plays a key part in patient enrollment, consent, and visit coordination. The coordinator will collaborate closely with nurses, physicians, regulatory and data teams, and sponsors in a fast-paced environment, contributing directly to the expansion of clinical research within two cancer centers and gaining opportunities for future growth.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate all assigned clinical research activities for a caseload of approximately 79 patients in active treatment, as well as follow-up appointments.
• Support the conduct of oncology clinical trials across Phases IIV, ensuring adherence to study protocols and timelines.
• Assist with patient visits by scheduling, preparing visit documentation, and ensuring all required assessments and procedures are completed.
• Enroll and consent patients to clinical trials, clearly explaining study procedures and requirements in alignment with regulatory and ethical standards.
• Collaborate closely with nurses to organize and support patient visits and treatment schedules.
• Work with physicians, research nurses, regulatory staff, data teams, and sponsors to ensure smooth execution of approximately 33 active trials.
• Perform pre-screening of patients to assess eligibility for clinical trials based on protocol-specific inclusion and exclusion criteria.
• Support patient recruitment efforts by identifying potential participants, reviewing charts, and coordinating outreach as needed.
• Conduct detailed chart reviews and use electronic medical records (EMR) to collect, verify, and update relevant clinical and research information.
• Communicate promptly with the regulatory and data teams to ensure accurate documentation, reporting, and compliance.
• Escalate questions and complex issues to the Lead Clinical Research Coordinator and other team members as appropriate.
• Maintain organized records and documentation related to patient visits, consent forms, and trial-related activities.
• Adapt to a fast-paced clinical research environment, prioritizing tasks effectively on heavy clinic days and administrative days.
• Occasionally stay later for patient visits when needed and coordinate adjusted work hours later in the week to maintain worklife balance.

Essential Skills

• Clinical research experience, ideally a minimum of 2 years as a Clinical Research Nurse in oncology.
• Experience working on clinical trials, including exposure to Phases IIV.
• Demonstrated experience with patient pre-screening for clinical trial eligibility.
• Proven ability in patient recruitment for clinical studies.
• Strong skills in chart review and extracting relevant clinical information.
• Proficiency using electronic medical records (EMR) systems.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced clinical research environment.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for working with patients, nurses, physicians, regulatory teams, data teams, and sponsors.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Phase I oncology clinical trial experience is a strong plus.
• Clinical research experience in another therapeutic area with Phase I drug experience may be considered.
• Interest in contributing to the growth of a developing clinical research program and expanding cancer centers.
• Ability to collaborate within a smaller, close-knit oncology research team.

Work Environment

The Clinical Research Nurse will work onsite as part of an oncology research team at a cancer center. The role involves close collaboration with research coordinators, physicians, regulatory staff, data teams, and sponsors in a dynamic, fast-paced setting with approximately 33 open trials. Work is primarily conducted in a clinical and office environment using electronic medical records and standard clinical research tools. The schedule includes heavier clinic days on Tuesdays and Thursdays, lighter clinic days on Mondays and Wednesdays, and an administrative-focused day on Fridays that is typically remote, unless an in-person patient visit is required. On occasion, the coordinator may need to stay later to accommodate patient visits, with flexibility to shift hours later in the week to maintain balance. The environment supports professional development and offers the opportunity to be part of a growing clinical research program within expanding cancer centers.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Indianapolis, IN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $37.00/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)

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 31, 2026.