Senior Research Nurse - Sarcoma Medical Oncology

Senior Research Nurse

UT MD Anderson Cancer Center is a leading institution focused on cancer care, research, education, and prevention. Within the Sarcoma Medical Oncology department, faculty and staff are engaged in clinical and translational research focused on improving outcomes for patients with localized and metastatic sarcoma. The department's multidisciplinary team includes medical oncologists, physician-scientists, advanced practice nurses, physician assistants, and research nurses who provide advanced therapies, clinical trial opportunities, and comprehensive patient-centered care.

The Senior Research Nurse is a key contributor to the continued growth of the Sarcoma Clinical Research Program. The Senior Research Nurse manages complex oncology clinical trials, supports patient participation in research, and ensures regulatory compliance and operational excellence. The Senior Research Nurse collaborates across disciplines to advance innovative cancer treatments while maintaining a strong commitment to patient safety, research integrity, and quality outcomes.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) with a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) preferred, a current Texas RN license, and at least three years of oncology clinical research experience. Experience managing Phase I-III clinical trials, informed consent processes, adverse event reporting, and regulatory documentation is highly valued. The successful candidate demonstrates strong knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP), FDA regulations, ICH guidelines, and protocol compliance, along with excellent clinical assessment, communication, organizational, and leadership skills.

The ability to manage multiple studies independently in a fast-paced environment while mentoring staff and supporting high-quality patient-centered research is essential for success in this role.

The salary range for this position is Minimum $89,000/annually
- Midpoint $111,000/annually
- Maximum $133,000/annually

The typical work schedule is days, Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

UT MD Anderson offers the opportunity to contribute to leading-edge sarcoma research while supporting innovative clinical trials that improve survival and quality of life for patients. This role provides professional growth through collaboration with nationally recognized oncology specialists, participation in complex research initiatives, mentorship opportunities, and engagement in a mission-driven environment dedicated to advancing cancer care, research, education, and prevention while supporting work-life balance.

• 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.

• Manage research protocols in collaboration with principal investigators and study sponsors
• Assess patient eligibility through interviews and medical record reviews in inpatient and outpatient settings
• Coordinate, evaluate, and monitor patient participation throughout clinical trials
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support protocol execution and patient care
• Maintain protocol-required documentation within medical records and recruitment logs
• Develop and implement patient recruitment strategies
• Assist with protocol development, budget planning, and study design
• Serve as a liaison between sponsor institutions, pharmaceutical companies, and research teams

• Collect, evaluate, and analyze clinical research data in collaboration with principal investigators
• Assess treatment responses, toxicities, and adverse drug reactions
• Report findings to principal investigators, Institutional Review Boards, and study sponsors
• Prepare protocol summary reports and assist with protocol analysis
• Utilize statistical and data management software to support research activities
• Design tools that facilitate data collection and analysis
• Create user-generated reports and assist with statistical analysis
• Develop and maintain research databases while meeting project deadlines

• Perform protocol-specific clinical tasks as required by assigned studies
• Educate patients and families regarding treatment management, evaluation, and follow-up during clinical trials
• Administer investigational medications following approved nursing procedures and guidelines when required
• Collect, label, and process protocol-specific laboratory specimens according to protocol requirements
• Order protocol-related tests, consults, and procedures
• Obtain pathology slides and…