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Research Nurse Clinician

Rutgers University

50.840-76.250

life insurance, employee discount

United States, New Jersey, Newark

Oct 23, 2026

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title	Research Nurse Clinician
Job Category	Staff & Executive - Healthcare
Department	NJMS - Medicine Tuberculosis C
Overview	New Jersey's academic health center, Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences ( RBHS) takes an integrated approach to educating students, providing clinical care, and conducting research, all with the goal of improving human health. Aligned with Rutgers University-New Brunswick and collaborating university wide, RBHS includes eight schools, a behavioral health network, and five centers and institutes that focus on cancer treatment and research, neuroscience, advanced biotechnology and medicine, environmental and occupational health, and health care policy and aging research. Our faculty are teachers, clinicians, and scientists with unparalleled experience who advance medical innovation and provide patient care informed by the latest research findings. We offer an outstanding education in medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, public health, nursing, biomedical research, and the full spectrum of allied health careers. Our clinical and academic facilities are located throughout the state-at Rutgers University-New Brunswick, including Piscataway; and at locations in Newark, Scotch Plains, Somerset, Stratford, and other locations. Clinical partners include Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in New Brunswick, Newark's University Hospital in Newark, and other affiliates. Through this community of healers, scientists, and scholars, Rutgers is equipped as never before to transform lives.
Posting Summary	Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Research Nurse Clinician in the Department of Medicine- Global Tuberculosis Institute ( GTBI) within Rutgers New Jersey Medical School ( NJMS). The Research Nurse Clinician will serve as the primary clinical resource for the assigned research studies. The Research Nurse Clinician will work under the general supervision of the Deputy Director at GTBI and the Principal Investigators (PI) of each research project, and ensure the integrity and quality of clinical trials are maintained and conducted in accordance w/ federal, state, and local regulations, Institutional Review Board ( IRB) approvals, and Rutgers- NJMS policies and procedures. This position is primarily responsible for the accurate completion of visit procedures and collection of information from study patients according to protocols, and for protecting the health, safety, and welfare of research participants. Among the key duties of this position are the following: Provides nursing care to research study patients: Ensures compliance with each study's protocol by providing thorough review and documentation at each subject study visit. Participates in recruitment and selection of study participants by interviewing and documenting medical history to determine compliance with eligibility requirements. Performs medical tests, including, but not limited to, vital signs, imaging studies, and electrocardiograms. Administers investigational medications and performs patient assessments during clinic visits to determine presence of side effects; notifies Principal Investigator of findings/issues .
FLSA	Nonexempt
Grade	03C
Salary Details
Minimum Salary	50.840
Mid Range Salary	63.560
Maximum Salary	76.250
Offer Information	The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university's broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.
Benefits	Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include: Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable) Life insurance coverage Employee discount programs
Position Status	Full Time
Working Hours
Standard Hours	40.00
Daily Work Shift
Work Arrangement	This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.
Union Description	HPAE 5089
Payroll Designation	PeopleSoft
Seniority Unit
Terms of Appointment	Staff - 12 month
Position Pension Eligibility	ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience	Bachelor's Degree in Nursing from an accredited school of nursing required. Plus, a minimum of two (2) years of clinical nursing experience in a hospital, clinic or similar health care setting required.
Certifications/Licenses	Registered Nurse (RN) licensure in the State of New Jersey required. Current CPR certification required.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities	Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and electronic health record and research data management systems required.
Preferred Qualifications	Research related certification (e.g., Certified Clinical Research Professional (CCRP), Certified Clinical Research Coordinator (CCRC), or equivalent) preferred. Knowledge of clinical research regulations, Good Clinical Practice (GCP), informed consent procedures, and human subjects protections preferred.
Equipment Utilized
Physical Demands and Work Environment	PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Standing, sitting, walking, talking and hearing. Must be able to lift or exert force up to ten (10) pounds. WORK ENVIRONMENT: Clinical and office environment. Moderate noise. Occasional travel to attend sponsor study training meetings as required.
Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Number	26ST2034
Posting Open Date
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus	Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)
Home Location Campus	Newark (RBHS)
City	Newark
State	NJ
Location Details

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