Research Nurse Supervisor

US Oncology Inc.; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 95,000 - 128,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Free Life Insurance

Generous PTO

Disability coverage

401k with company contribution

Wellness program

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Discount Program

Free Parking

Career Growth

Supportive Team

Job summary

Minnesota Oncology is seeking an experienced nurse leader to supervise clinical research staff and ensure coordination with practice departments. You will coach staff, manage performance, and help develop accountability standards under USOR SOP and ICH GCP guidelines.

The role requires RN licensure, oncology experience, and familiarity with budget and accrual targets. This position offers a structured environment with opportunities for professional growth and collaboration.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in a clinical or scientific discipline is required.
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Minimum 5 years of clinical nursing experience, preferably in oncology.
• Supervisory experience preferred; experience in clinical research preferred.
• Current licensure as a registered nurse if required by state.
• BCLS or ACLS certification for nurses.
• SoCRA or ARCP certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervises clinical research staff in accordance with USOR SOP and ICH GCP guidelines and ensures administrative coordination with affected departments.
• Coaches and develops staff; participates in recruitment, interviews, hiring, performance assessment, salary changes, and discipline.
• Develops research accountability standards, metrics, and reports; collaborates with SRL and management to implement improvement plans.
• Works with SRL, physicians, and other research management on study selection and program development.
• Assists in budgeting, financial objectives, and accrual targets for research projects.
• May promote or market the research program to the practice, community, and referring physicians.
• May coordinate research activities with other bases or sponsors.

Skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Fast-paced environment

GCP/ICH knowledge

Clinical trial knowledge

Education

Associates degree in clinical/scientific discipline

Nursing program graduate

Tools

Windows

Excel

Job description

Overview

Are you ready to take the next step in your professional journey? At Minnesota Oncology, we believe that our people are our greatest asset, and we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We are constantly on the lookout for talented individuals who are passionate, driven, and eager to make a difference.

Come join this dynamic team who is passionate about providing exceptional care to our patients.

Why Work for Us?

We offer a competitive benefits package that includes -

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Free Life Insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) Plan
• Free Short-term and Long-term Disability Coverage
• 401k plan with company contribution
• Wellness program that rewards your healthy lifestyle
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program and Discount Program to some of your favorite retailers
• Free Parking
• Career Growth and Development
• Supportive Team and Resources

Responsibilities

Supervises the clinical research staff members in accordance with USON SOP and ICH GCP guidelines. Responsible for ensuring at the administrative level that all research activities are coordinated with affected departments within the practice. Coaches and develops staff. Collaborates in the development of research accountability standards and identifies areas for improvement. Ensures site research quality by practicing in compliance with US Oncology Research, Inc. (USOR) Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), principles of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and applicable federal, state, and local regulations. Supports and adheres to the US Oncology Compliance Program, to include Code of Ethics and Business Standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervises clinical research staff members in accordance with USOR SOP and ICH GCP guidelines. Responsible for ensuring at the administrative level that all research activities are coordinated with affected departments within the practice.
• Coaches and develops staff. Participates in the recruitment, interviewing, hiring, assessing performance, recommending salary changes, and progressive discipline. Enforces adherence to company policies.
• Collaborates in the development of research accountability standards, metrics, and reports and identifies areas for improvement. Collaborates with site research leader (SRL), upper management, and staff in the implementation of action plans designed to improve practice research operations and quality assurance functions.
• Collaborates with the SRL, physicians of the practice, and other research management in the process of study selection for the research program.
• Collaborates with SRL and upper management on the development of research budgets, financial objectives, and accrual targets.
• May promote or market research program to the practice, community, and referring physicians.
• May coordinate research activities with other (non-USOR) bases or sponsors.

SALARY LEVEL:

$95,000-128,000 annually

Qualifications

Minimum Job Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities):

• Associates degree in a clinical or scientific related discipline required
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program

Business Experience -

• Minimum 5 years clinical nursing experience, preferably in oncology
• Supervisory experience preferred, experience in clinical research preferred
• If required in state of practice, current licensure as a registered (RN)
• Current BCLS or ACLS certification for nurses
• SoCRA or ARCP certification preferred

Specialized Knowledge/Skills -

• Excellent communication skills
• Strong ability to multitask, strong interpersonal skills
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced, constantly changing environment
• Knowledge and proficiency in all basic computer programs, Windows, Excel, etc.
• Special knowledge of GCP and ICH guidelines preferred
• Knowledge of medical terminology, nursing assessment, clinical medicine, diagnostic tests, radiology, pathology, pharmacology, hematology, oncology as it relates to clinical trials

Working Conditions

• Traditional office environment.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, medical preparations and other conditions common to an oncology/hematology clinic environment.

Physical Requirements (Lifting, standing, etc.) –

• Large percent of time performing computer based work is required.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity, and eye-hand coordination. Requires standing and walking for extensive periods of time. Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 40 lbs. Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range.

The US Oncology Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.