Oncology APP/NP

The START Center for Cancer Research; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

The START Center for Cancer Research seeks an Advanced Practice Provider/Nurse Practitioner to support early-phase oncology trials as a sub-investigator under the PI. You will aid screening, visits, histories, and follow-up while ensuring protocol compliance and patient safety.

This role emphasizes coordination with nursing, pharmacy, RAs, and data teams, with Monday–Friday, 8:00am–5:00pm hours at our San Antonio location. Oncologic care experience is essential.

Qualifications

• Requires advanced practice degree with current state licensure.
• Minimum 5 years in oncology care or oncology research.
• Eligible to serve as sub-investigator on oncology trials.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a sub-investigator on assigned early-phase trials following training and delegation.
• Conduct protocol-required physical exams and study visits for screening, on-treatment, and follow-up as delegated.
• Prepare comprehensive medical histories and clinical summaries before new patient consults.
• Assist with screening activities prior to new patient visits, including chart review and protocol feasibility.
• Support post-consent screening with protocol-specific questions and clarifications.
• Assist with adverse events documentation and safety calls as delegated by the PI.
• Act as the first clinical contact for the research care team and escalate issues as needed.
• Coordinate with nursing, pharmacy, coordinators, and data management for safe, protocol-adherent care delivery.

Skills

Oncology care

Clinical research

Sub-investigator support

Education

Master’s degree in Advanced Practice Nursing or Physician Assistant Studies

National certification as NP or PA

Doctoral degree in APRN/PA studies (preferred)

Job description

The START Center for Cancer Research ("START") is the world’s largest early phasesite network, fully dedicated to oncology clinical research. Throughout our history, START has provided hope to cancer patients in global community practices by offering "Hope Through Access" to cutting edge trials throughout the United States and Europe.

We are seeking an Advanced Practice Provider / Nurse Practitioner.

This role supports protocol-compliant patient care and clinical trial execution for Phase I and other early-phase oncology studies. Functioning as a sub-investigator under the supervision of the Principal Investigator (PI), the APP/NP extends clinical capacity, supports screening and study visits, and enhances care coordination while preserving core investigator responsibilities specific to early-phase research.

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm

Location: 4383 Medical Dr. San Antonio, Texas 78229

Essential Responsibilities

• Serve as a sub-investigator on assigned early-phase clinical trials following completion of required training and delegation documentation.
• Conduct protocol-required physical examinations and study visits for patients in screening, on treatment, and in follow-up as delegated by the Principal Investigator.
• Prepare comprehensive medical histories and clinical summaries in advance of new patient consults to support efficient PI evaluation.
• Assist with screening activities prior to new patient visits, including preliminary chart review and protocol feasibility assessment.
• Support post-consent screening by assisting with protocol-specific screening questions and required clarifications.
• Assist with the identification, documentation, and follow-up of adverse events (AEs) and serious adverse events (SAEs) in collaboration with the Principal Investigator and research team. Attend sponsor or safety calls designated as low priority or routine, as delegated by the Principal Investigator.
• Act as the first point of clinical contact for the research care team for day-to-day patient management questions and elevate issues to the Principal Investigator as appropriate.
• Coordinate with nursing, pharmacy, clinical research coordinators, and data management to ensure safe, efficient, and protocol-adherent care delivery.

Required Education And Experience

• Advanced practice degree (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) with current licensure in the applicable state(s).
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in oncology clinical care or oncology clinical research.

Preferred Education And Experience

• Master’s degree or Doctoral degree in advanced practice nursing or physician assistant studies.
• National certification as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant. Eligibility and willingness to serve as a sub-investigator on oncology clinical trials.
• Prior experience in early-phase (Phase I) oncology clinical research.

More About START

START clinical trial sites have conducted more than 1,000 early-phase clinical trials, including dozens of therapies that were approved by the FDA or EMA. START represents the world’s largest roster of early-phase principal investigators across its Network of clinical trial sites. Committed to accelerating passage from trials to treatments, START delivers hope to patients, families, and physicians around the world via our mission of "Hope Through Access".

Learn more atSTARTresearch.com.

We are an equal opportunity employer that welcomes and encourages diversity in the workplace. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.