Clinical Research Nurse(Ph 1)

Company: Actalent
Location: Hackensack
Posted on: January 30, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Job Title: Oncology Clinical Research Nurse Job Description We are seeking a dedicated Clinical Research Nurse to join our dynamic team in a Phase One clinical research environment. This role involves coordinating and overseeing the clinical operations of trials, while participating in the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care in clinical research studies. Responsibilities See patients, screen, and sign patients while thoroughly reading protocols. Assist the principal investigator in preparing proposed clinical trials, including reviewing trial protocols and notifying departments providing resources. Submit protocol revisions, informed consents, and adverse events to the appropriate IRB in a timely manner. Act as a liaison between principal investigators and sub-investigators on regulatory issues. Review studies for feasibility and evaluate potential competition with other protocols. Recruit, evaluate, and schedule study patients, ensuring medical records are complete with laboratory test results and progress documentation. Instruct patients, caregivers, and staff on patient care, available trials, treatments, and side effects. Assist in the consent process, ensuring patients understand clinical trials and obtain written informed consent. Document study patients' medical history and perform nursing assessments to monitor progress. Evaluate and develop patient education materials and provide instructions on drug administration. Coordinate research activities, including scheduling tests and exams, and perform clinical duties such as EKGs and processing blood samples. Maintain accurate and up-to-date records on each patient participating in a clinical trial. Prepare for and assist with sponsor monitor site visits, ensuring supporting documentation is available. Provide education to departments and clinical areas involved in the study, and attend research meetings and conferences. Essential Skills 3-5 years of clinical nursing experience. Oncology nursing experience required Graduate of a NLN/AACN accredited program in nursing. Adherence to American Nurses Association standards. Mandatory education on human subjects research. Additional Skills & Qualifications BSN degree preferred. Experience with FDA regulatory processes, IND reporting, and Microsoft Office Suite. NJ State Professional Registered Nurse License. Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN) preferred. Work Environment The work environment is fast-paced, high volume, and high pressure, requiring effectiveness in diverse and dynamic settings. Flexible work hours are offered, typically consisting of four 10-hour days from 7 AM to 6 PM, with a set start time chosen in coordination with the team. The team is diverse and welcoming to hardworking individuals. Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out of Hackensack, NJ. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $100000.00 - $120000.00/yr. Hackensack Meridian Healthcare Perm Benefits Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Hackensack,NJ. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Feb 4, 2026. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

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