CLINICAL RESEARCH NURSE II

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley; McAllen (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Texas Rio Grande Valley seeks a Clinical Research Nurse II to support the School of Medicine / MDOISU Oncology. The role involves managing clinical research projects, enrolling subjects, and ensuring regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities include coordinating trials, developing protocols, assisting with grants, and mentoring research staff. Requires an RN license with 3 years in clinical research; SOCRA/ACRP certification or eligibility is preferred.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Nursing; RN licensure in Texas
• Three (3) years of experience in a relevant clinical research area
• Current RN licensure; SOCRA/ACRP certification or eligibility

Responsibilities

• Identifies and recruits clinical research subjects; monitors enrollment goals and mentors staff
• Coordinates, implements, and evaluates clinical research trials and projects
• Develops investigator-initiated research protocols and assists in grant writing or publications
• Attends Investigator meetings and conducts participant evaluations and medication administration
• Ensures source documentation quality and regulatory compliance; maintains study drug accountability

Skills

Nursing

Clinical research

Recruitment

Budget support

Education

Associate degree in Nursing

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Nursing (preferred)

Job description

Office Location
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
1201 W. University Drive
Human Resources
MASS Building 2 nd Floor
Edinburg, TX 78539

Edinburg: [phone]
Brownsville: [phone]
Office hours:
Monday-Friday
8:00a.m. - 5:00p.m.

Faculty Recruitment:
College of Engineering & Computer Science: [e-mail]

Robert C. Vackar College of Business & Entrepreneurship: [e-mail]

Position Information

Posting Number

Posting Number SRGV9236

Working Title

Working Title CLINICAL RESEARCH NURSE II

Number of Vacancies

Number of Vacancies 1

Location

Department

Department School of Medicine / MDOISU Oncology

FTE

FTE 1.0

FLSA

FLSA Exempt

Scope of Job

To assist with managing clinical research projects for Principal Investigators (PI) by gathering patient data via methods specified in the study protocol. To provide complex nursing administrative duties in support of the study to ensure compliance with regulations.

Description of Duties

• Identifies and recruits clinical research subjects; monitors enrollment goals and modifies recruitment strategies, as necessary; mentors all clinical research personnel regarding enrollment/recruitment.
• Coordinates, implements, and evaluates clinical research trials, studies, and projects.
• Provides direction in the development of investigator-initiated research protocols.
• May assist in writing research grants or articles for publications in journals.
• Attends and participates in Investigator meetings.
• Performs participant evaluations, administers medications, and research instruments.
• Participates in protocol initiation visits.
• Plans and designs source documentation for protocol.
• Develops assessment tool per protocol to use in clinical research; and educates research team and hospital personnel how to operate assessment tool as allowed per medical practice.
• Maintains accurate source documentation and appropriate forms as per protocol including participant records, drug documentation, reconciling study drug accountability; monitors documentation for quality and accuracy.
• Conducts reviews of ongoing studies and oversees quality assurance on ongoing protocols; maintains a productive working relationship with the study monitor.
• Precepts new clinical research staff and educates research staff regarding scientific aspects of studies.
• Elicits relevant data from sources outside of the hospital.
• Assists PI in budget development; may monitor study accounts.
• Assists in processing and shipping lab specimens efficiently and cost effectively.
• Maintains supply inventory and equipment; ensures return of test article/clinical supplies; maintains regulatory standards.
• Identifies and recruits clinical research subjects; monitors enrollment goals and modifies recruitment strategies, as necessary; mentors all clinical research personnel regarding enrollment/recruitment.
• Monitors participant’s labs and notifies the PI of laboratory findings.
• Serves as a role model and resource for the clinical research staff.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Supervision Received

General supervision from assigned supervisor.

Supervision Given

Direct supervision of assigned staff.

Required Education

Associate degree in Nursing from an accredited university.

Preferred Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Nursing from an accredited university.

Licenses/Certifications

Current Registered Nurse (RN) licensure from the Texas State Board of Nurse Examiners. Research Certification through The Society of Clinical Research Associates ( SOCRA ) or Association of Clinical Research Professionals ( ACRP ) or eligible to test.

Required Experience

Three (3) years of experience in a relevant specialty clinical research area performing related duties.

Preferred Experience

Experience obtained in a healthcare setting.

Equipment

Use of standard medical/office/research equipment.

Working Conditions

Needs to be able to successfully perform all required duties. Healthcare/research environment; some travel and weekend work may be required. Exerting up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. UTRGV is a distributed institution, which may require presence at multiple locations throughout the Rio Grande Valley.
As part of their essential duties, employees in these roles are expected to maintain a consistent, in-person presence on campus at their assigned locations. Limited exceptions may apply for positions that are approved as hybrid or fully remote in accordance with UTRGV policies.

Other

Exceptional planning, organizational, and interpersonal skills. Ability to communicate with a variety of stakeholders. Strong project management skills. Demonstrates leadership ability in mentoring others. Effectively prioritizes tasks. Demonstrated ability to work with multifunctional team to achieve project milestones.

Physical Capabilities

N/A

Employment Category

Employment Category Full-Time

Minimum Salary

Minimum Salary Commensurate with Experience

Posted Salary Commensurate with Experience

Position Available Date

Position Available Date 12/07/2026

Grant Funded Position

Grant Funded Position Yes

If Yes, Provide Grant Expiration Date 05/31/2029

EEO Statement

It is the policy of The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley to promote and ensure equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or protected veteran status. In accordance with the requirements of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended, our University is committed to comply with all government requirements and ensures non-discrimination in its education programs and activities, including employment. We encourage women, minorities and differently abled persons to apply for employment positions of interest.

Additional Information

UTRGV is a distributed location institution and working location is subject to change based on need.
All UTRGV employees are required to have a criminal background check ( CBC ). Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Substitutions to the above requirements must have prior approval from the VP of Human Resources.

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