CLINICAL RESEARCH NURSE II

Position Information

Posting NumberSRGV9236

Working TitleCLINICAL RESEARCH NURSE II

Number of Vacancies1

LocationMcAllen, Texas

DepartmentSchool of Medicine / MDOISU Oncology

FTE1.0

FLSAExempt

Scope of Job

To assist with managing clinical research projects for Principal Investigators (PI) by gathering patient data via methods specified in the study protocol. To provide complex nursing administrative duties in support of the study to ensure compliance with regulations.

Description of Duties

• Identifies and recruits clinical research subjects; monitors enrollment goals and modifies recruitment strategies, as necessary; mentors all clinical research personnel regarding enrollment/recruitment.

• Coordinates, implements, and evaluates clinical research trials, studies, and projects.

• Provides direction in the development of investigator-initiated research protocols.

• May assist in writing research grants or articles for publications in journals.

• Attends and participates in Investigator meetings.

• Performs participant evaluations, administers medications, and research instruments.

• Participates in protocol initiation visits.

• Plans and designs source documentation for protocol.

• Develops assessment tool per protocol to use in clinical research; and educates research team and hospital personnel how to operate assessment tool as allowed per medical practice.

• Administers study drug per protocol.

• Maintains accurate source documentation and appropriate forms as per protocol including participant records, drug documentation, reconciling study drug accountability; monitors documentation for quality and accuracy.

• Conducts reviews of ongoing studies and oversees quality assurance on ongoing protocols; maintains a productive working relationship with the study monitor.

• Precepts new clinical research staff and educates research staff regarding scientific aspects of studies.

• Elicits relevant data from sources outside of the hospital.

• Assists PI in budget development; may monitor study accounts.

• Assists in processing and shipping lab specimens efficiently and cost effectively.

• Maintains supply inventory and equipment; ensures return of test article/clinical supplies; maintains regulatory standards.

• Identifies and recruits clinical research subjects; monitors enrollment goals and modifies recruitment strategies, as necessary; mentors all clinical research personnel regarding enrollment/recruitment.

• Monitors participant’s labs and notifies the PI of laboratory findings.

• Serves as a role model and resource for the clinical research staff.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Supervision Received

General supervision from assigned supervisor.

Supervision Given

Direct supervision of assigned staff.

Required Education

Associate degree in Nursing from an accredited university.

Preferred Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Nursing from an accredited university.

Licenses/Certifications

Current Registered Nurse (RN) licensure from the Texas State Board of Nurse Examiners. Research Certification through The Society of Clinical Research Associates ( SOCRA ) or Association of Clinical Research Professionals ( ACRP ) or eligible to test.

Required Experience

Three (3) years of experience in a relevant specialty clinical research area performing related duties.

Preferred Experience

Experience obtained in a healthcare setting.

Equipment

Use of standard medical/office/research equipment.

Working Conditions

Needs to be able to successfully perform all required duties. Healthcare/research environment; some travel and weekend work may be required. Exerting up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. UTRGV is a distributed institution, which may require presence at multiple locations throughout the Rio Grande Valley.

As part of their essential duties, employees in these roles are expected to maintain a consistent, in-person presence on campus at their assigned locations. Limited exceptions may apply for positions that are approved as hybrid or fully remote in accordance with UTRGV policies.

Other

Exceptional planning, organizational, and interpersonal skills. Ability to communicate with a variety of stakeholders. Strong project management skills. Demonstrates leadership ability in mentoring others. Effectively prioritizes tasks. Demonstrated ability to work with multifunctional team to achieve project milestones.

Physical Capabilities

N/A

Employment CategoryFull-Time

Minimum SalaryCommensurate with Experience

Posted SalaryCommensurate with Experience

Position Available Date12/07/2026

Grant Funded PositionYes

If Yes, Provide Grant Expiration Date05/31/2029

Posting Detail Information

EEO Statement

It is the policy of The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley to promote and ensure equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or protected veteran status. In accordance with the requirements of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended, our University is committed to comply with all government requirements and ensures non-discrimination in its education programs and activities, including employment. We encourage women, minorities and differently abled persons to apply for employment positions of interest.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Dear Applicant,

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Please make sure that you omit this information prior to submission. We are advising that Human Resources will be forwarding your application to the department as per your submission.

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Additional Information

UTRGV is a distributed location institution and working location is subject to change based on need.

All UTRGV employees are required to have a criminal background check ( CBC ). Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Substitutions to the above requirements must have prior approval from the VP of Human Resources.

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume

• Unofficial Transcripts

• Certifications and Licenses

• State Licensure

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application

• Curriculum Vitae

• Reference Letter 1

• Reference Letter 2

• Reference Letter 3

• Training Certificates

• Other Document

• List of 3 References

• Unofficial Transcripts 2

• Unofficial Transcripts 3

• Letter of Interest

• Unofficial Graduate Transcripts

• Additional Document