Research Nurse

MD Anderson; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 78,000 - 117,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid medical coverage from 30

Paid time off & holidays

Tuition assistance program

Pension/retirement plans

Job summary

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center invites applications for a Research Nurse to coordinate advanced protocol-related clinical aspects of investigational trials in a hybrid work environment. The role requires RN licensure in Texas and oncology/research experience are highly valued.

Responsibilities include coordinating care, protocol management, patient education, and liaison activities with sponsors and study teams. Competitive benefits are highlighted.

Qualifications

• RN licensure required in Texas.
• Oncology care experience preferred.
• Research experience beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate informed consent process across trials.
• Verify patient eligibility and schedule tests.
• Serve as liaison between patients, physicians and study staff.
• Track lab work, responses and testing requirements.
• Monitor patients in chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and cell therapy trials.
• Communicate dose changes based on clinical criteria.
• Address education, emotional and psychosocial needs of patients/families.
• Ensure accurate research billing and charges.

Skills

Oncology care

Research experience

Independent work

Coordination

Education

RN license

BSN preferred

Job description

The Division of Clinical Research provides infrastructure support for all aspects of clinical research.

The primary purpose of the Research Nurse position is to provide and coordinate independent, advanced research and protocol-related clinical aspects of investigational trials in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team and external sponsors to achieve quality clinical trials outcomes within the Harris Health/LBJ Research Program. Scope of position is defined by the Nurse Practice Act of the State of Texas and requires adherence to the policies and procedures of the institution.

The ideal candidate will have oncology care experience, and research experience. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong organizational skills, the ability to work independently, and experience coordinating complex clinical activities within a research environment.

Minimum $37.26/hour - Midpoint $46.63/hour - Maximum $56.01/hour

The typical work schedule is Hybrid.

Why Us?

Join UT MD Anderson and contribute to advancing groundbreaking clinical research that improves outcomes for patients with cancer. This role offers the opportunity to work with multidisciplinary teams, innovative treatment protocols, and leading clinical research programs while supporting professional growth, work-life balance, and meaningful patient impact.

• Employer-paid medical coverage starting day one for employees working 30+ hours/week, plus optional group dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Accruals for PTO and Extended Illness Bank, plus paid holidays, wellness, childcare, and other leave options.
• Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service and access to extensive wellness, fitness, and employee resource groups.
• Defined-benefit pension through the Teachers Retirement System, voluntary retirement plans, and employer-paid life and reduced salary protection programs.

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, paid time off, retirement, tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition.

This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment.

It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state, or local laws unless such distinction is required by law.

Responsibilities

Coordination of Care

• Manage resources available to facilitate the informed consent process across treatment, interventional, and non-interventional clinical trials
• Verify patient eligibility and provide feedback to physicians and multidisciplinary teams regarding required screening activities and scheduling time constraints
• Schedule patient tests and keep patients informed of test results and study-related activities
• Serve as a liaison between patients, physicians, and research staff to coordinate research studies
• Track protocol-related laboratory work, patient responses, and research testing requirements
• Monitor patients enrolled in chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and cell therapy treatment trials
• Communicate dose delays and dose reductions based on hematological and clinical criteria to treatment teams
• Identify and address educational, emotional, and psychosocial needs of patients and their families participating in clinical trials
• Utilize the OneConnect system to ensure research charges are appropriately documented and billing to sponsored study accounts is accurate

Protocol Management

• Maintain expert knowledge of adverse events and applicable reporting policies and procedures
• Prepare and review data required for monitoring visits, audits, and safety summaries
• Lead patient update calls with study sponsors
• Collect and develop critical information for protocol submissions and protocol revisions
• Coordinate FDA-related documentation, including collection, de-identification, and submission of serious adverse event documentation to sponsors and oversight organizations
• Collaborate with the Investigational New Drug Office, Clinical Research Organizations, and other regulatory oversight groups as required
• Maintain communication with participating institutions and coordinate study data for multi-center trials when applicable
• Demonstrate knowledge of the research process, Code of Federal Regulations, and International Council for Harmonisation Good Clinical Practice (ICH-GCP) guidelines
• Perform accurate data collection and data entry in accordance with institutional guidelines
• Apply current NCI Common Toxicity Criteria and institutional reporting requirements in daily research activities

Patient Care

• Evaluate patient responses to treatment and grade toxicities and adverse treatment reactions
• Assess patients through personal interviews, medical record review, and communication with patients, family members, and local physicians
• Provide quality patient care based on diagnosis, treatment plan, age group, developmental considerations, and identified patient needs
• Educate patients and families regarding treatment management, clinical trial participation, evaluation processes, and follow-up requirements
• Synthesize information obtained through direct and telephone interactions to support patient care and protocol compliance

Additional Duties

• Perform other duties as assigned by leadership and the department to support research and patient care objectives

EDUCATION

• Required: Graduation from an accredited school of professional nursing
• Preferred: Bachelor's Degree Nursing

WORK EXPERIENCE

• Required: One year Registered nurse experience
• Preferred: a { text-decoration: none; color: #464feb; } tr th, tr td { border: 1px solid #e6e6e6; } tr th { background-color: #f5f5f5; } Experience with oncology care and prior research experience is a plus.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Required: RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure Current State of Texas Professional Nursing license (RN) Upon Hire and a BLS - Basic Life Support Upon Hire or a CPR - Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation Upon Hire
• Preferred: ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification as required by patient care area Upon Hire and a PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support Certification as required by patient care area Upon Hire

Additional Information

• Requisition ID: 184101
• Employment Status: Full-Time
• Employee Status: Regular
• Work Week: Days
• Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 77,500
• Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 97,000
• Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 116,500
• FLSA: exempt and not eligible for overtime pay
• Fund Type: Soft
• Work Location: Hybrid Onsite/Remote
• Pivotal Position: Yes
• Referral Bonus Available?: Yes
• Relocation Assistance Available?: Yes