Remote Oncology CRC RN – Early-Phase Trials

The START Center for Cancer Research; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental & Vision coverage

401(k) with employer matching

Life & Disability insurance

HSAs/FSAs

Paid time off

Flexible schedule

Remote work options

Job summary

The START Center for Cancer Research in Pittsburgh seeks aClinical Research Coordinator, RN to support early-phase oncology trials under senior staff guidance. You will oversee protocol compliance, data collection, and patient safety, with direct patient interaction and documentation responsibilities.

Responsibilities include screening, consent, AE reporting, source document management, and coordinating with sponsors/CROs.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Nursing required.
• RN license in state practicing required.
• 2 years of clinical research experience.
• Basic understanding of oncology clinical trials, particularly Phase 1 studies.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data collection and documentation.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to interact professionally with patients, study staff, and external stakeholders.
• Working knowledge of GCP and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Communicate regularly with Study Sponsors, CROs, staff regarding questions, concerns, and protocol status.
• Monitor day-to-day conduct of assigned studies per protocol, SOPs, and GCP.
• Create/review forms for assigned trials to assure protocol compliance.
• Maintain study files with standardized labeling and filing procedures.
• Implement protocol and amendments, training staff involved in patient care.
• Maintain an up-to-date contact list.
• Assist with patient screening and eligibility determination.
• Facilitate informed consent process and ensure completion.
• Prepare and manage source documents per SOPs.
• Address deviations with leadership and implement corrective actions.
• Assist data coordinator with case report forms and queries.
• Work with PI to complete and submit Serious Adverse Event reports.
• Perform protocol-specific closeout activities with data coordinator.
• Provide documentation for deviations and SOPs adherence.
• Ensure all team members understand and adhere to protocols.
• Perform telephone triage assessments of patients on trial.
• Provide patient education on participation and potential side effects.

Skills

Communication

Regulatory knowledge

GCP

MS Office

CTMS

Oncology trials

Data collection

Education

Associate’s degree in Nursing

RN license

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

CTMS

Job description

The START Center for Cancer Research in Pittsburgh seeks aClinical Research Coordinator, RN to support early-phase oncology trials under senior staff guidance. You will oversee protocol compliance, data collection, and patient safety, with direct patient interaction and documentation responsibilities.

Responsibilities include screening, consent, AE reporting, source document management, and coordinating with sponsors/CROs.