Clinical Research Nurse
Company: Actalent
Location: Somerville
Posted on: February 18, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Job Title: Clinical Research
Nurse Job Description 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. The Clinical Research Nurse serves as a resource to faculty
and staff on available protocols and general research topics such
as FDA, IRB, and GCP regulations. 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 Scientific Review Board, Institutional Review Board,
data collection plans, and finance/contract approvals prior to
study activation. Review protocol 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. 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. Obtain informed
consent for both therapeutic and non-therapeutic studies in
accordance with IRB, GCP, and institutional policies. Serve as a
link between patients and all other members of the research team,
addressing challenges with protocol completion and adherence.
Ensure protocol-specific orders are executed accurately,
coordinating continuity of protocol-specified procedures between
disciplines/sites of care. Manage patient reimbursement while on
clinical trial and deliver high-quality, compassionate oncology
nursing care. Collaborate with medical system staff to ensure
coordinated and timely services for patients. Grade adverse events
using protocol-referenced NCI common toxicity criteria, provide
informal teaching/coaching to clinicians, and complete SAE forms.
Assist in monitoring visits, audits, and providing responses to
sponsor's queries. Maintain research records for screened and
enrolled patients, ensuring adherence to regulations and
guidelines. Essential Skills Experience and comfortability
communicating with patients. Clinical research coordinator
experience (1-3 years). Proficiency in computerized systems (e.g.,
Word, Excel). Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills. Ability to
maximize resources and be resourceful. Additional Skills &
Qualifications 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.
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. Job Type &
Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of
Somerville, NJ. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is
$55.00 - $55.00/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 Somerville,NJ.
Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Feb
20, 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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