Research Director Of Nursing

Actalent; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Actalent in Richmond, VA is seeking a Clinical Research Director of Nursing & Study Operations to lead multidisciplinary oncology nursing and research teams, drive operational excellence, and uphold patient-centered care. You will oversee clinic operations, infusion services, protocol startup, data integrity, regulatory compliance, and collaboration with investigators to meet enrollment goals.

This onsite leadership role offers a competitive package and opportunities to influence patient

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of clinical research experience in oncology.
• Minimum 5 years of leadership experience in oncology clinical research.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required.
• Active Virginia RN license in good standing required.
• Oncology nursing and chemotherapy certification required.
• ONS/ONCC certification preferred or required.
• Strong knowledge of FDA/ICH-GCP and GCP training.
• Experience with CTMS and EHR systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead multidisciplinary oncology nursing and clinical research teams.
• Oversee oncology clinic operations, infusion services, and nursing workflows.
• Oversee study startup, feasibility assessments, enrollment, and conduct.
• Ensure compliance with FDA, ICH-GCP, GDPR, and institutional policies.
• Drive strategic planning, process improvements, and operational efficiency.

Skills

Leadership

Oncology research

GCP knowledge

Regulatory knowledge

Team development

Education

BSN

Tools

EHR

CTMS

Job description

Clinical Research Director of Nursing & Study Operations

Position Summary

The Director will provide leadership to Clinical Research Coordinators, Data Coordinators, Medical Records, Clinic Nurses, Infusion Nurses, Nurse Navigators, Referral Intake Specialists, and Scheduling teams.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Team Management

• Lead, mentor, and develop multidisciplinary oncology nursing and clinical research teams.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, patient-centered care, and operational excellence.
• Conduct performance management, coaching, succession planning, and professional development activities.
• Ensure staff competency, training completion, and adherence to organizational standards.

Nursing & Clinical Operations

• Oversee oncology clinic operations, infusion services, and nursing workflows.
• Ensure safe administration and management of oncology treatments and infusion therapies.
• Optimize patient care delivery and clinical workflows to improve patient outcomes and satisfaction.
• Support patient navigation activities and continuity of care throughout the research process.

Clinical Research Operations

• Oversee study startup, protocol feasibility assessments, participant screening, enrollment, and study conduct.
• Ensure research activities are conducted in compliance with protocol requirements, GCP guidelines, and regulatory standards.
• Partner with investigators and study teams to support successful trial execution and enrollment goals.
• Monitor operational metrics and implement strategies to improve study performance and efficiency.

Compliance & Quality

• Maintain compliance with FDA regulations, ICH-GCP guidelines, institutional policies, and GDPR requirements.
• Ensure departments maintain inspection and audit readiness at all times.
• Collaborate with Quality, Regulatory, and Compliance teams on corrective actions and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Lead development and ongoing review of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

Strategic Planning & Process Improvement

• Utilize data and performance metrics to identify operational opportunities and drive improvements.
• Support implementation and optimization of CTMS, EHR, and other clinical systems.
• Participate in site growth initiatives, operational planning, and organizational development projects.
• Drive continuous improvement efforts focused on efficiency, quality, and patient experience.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of Clinical Research experience
• Minimum of 5 years of leadership experience in oncology clinical research
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required
• Active Virginia (VA) Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing required
• Oncology nursing experience required
• Chemotherapy Certification required
• ONS/ONCC Certification required
• Strong knowledge of oncology clinical trial operations and patient care delivery
• Experience leading multidisciplinary clinical and research teams
• CITI Good Clinical Practice (GCP) training
• Strong understanding of:
• FDA regulations
• ICH-GCP guidelines
• Clinical research compliance
• GDPR requirements
• EHR and CTMS platforms
• Experience supporting early-phase or oncology clinical trials is nice to have

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Richmond, VA.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $140000.00 - $170000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

will provide benefits to the candidate

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 12, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Richmond,VA.

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 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing winner for both client and talent service.

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