Oncology Clinical Research Nurse – No Research Experience Required
About The Position
Vitalief is seeking an Oncology Registered Nurse to support interventional cancer clinical trials at a leading research center in New Brunswick, NJ. This position is ideal for oncology nurses currently working in direct patient care roles, whether in a hospital or outpatient setting, who are interested in transitioning into clinical research. This is a growing and in-demand specialty, and training will be provided to support your transition. In this role, you will continue working with oncology patients while applying your clinical expertise in a structured, professionally focused research environment. WHY CLINICAL RESEARCH AND VITALIEF? Predictable schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (no nights, weekends, or holidays). Market-competitive salary: $95,000 to $115,000 (depending on experience) Stay in oncology while transitioning into a new career path in clinical research. Training provided: no prior research experience required. Less physical demand than many bedside roles. Competitive benefits: including 20 PTO days + 9 paid holidays; Company-paid life insurance and short/long-term disability; 401(k) retirement program; Comprehensive healthcare plans. Work on cutting-edge cancer treatments and clinical trials that improve patient outcomes.
Requirements
- Active RN license in the state of New Jersey.
- BSN degree required.
- 3+ years of nursing experience (preferably in a (hospital, outpatient, or clinic settings).
- 1 or more years of oncology experience.
- Strong interest in clinical research (no experience required - training will be provided).
- Strong patient education, organization, and communication skills.
- Comfortable learning and using clinical systems such as OnCore™, electronic medical records (i.e. EPIC), and other clinical trial management tools.
Responsibilities
- Support Phase II–III oncology clinical trials (drug, biologic, and some device studies) in head & neck and lung cancer.
- Screen, consent, and enroll patients onto clinical trials.
- Educate patients and guide them through their clinical trial treatment journey.
- Coordinate care with physicians, infusion, radiology, pathology, and lab teams.
- Monitor patients for side effects and report Serious Adverse Events.
- Manage study documentation, patient calendars, and research records.
- Participate in study start-up and trial activation activities.
Benefits
- 20 PTO days + 9 paid holidays
- Company-paid life insurance and short/long-term disability
- 401(k) retirement program
- Comprehensive healthcare plans
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
1-10 employees
