Research Navigator

Clinical Research Navigator (Oncology)

Contract-to-Hire | Hybrid Schedule

We are seeking a Clinical Research Navigator to support a growing oncology clinical research program. This role serves as a key liaison between patients, physicians, research staff, and pharmaceutical sponsors, helping connect eligible patients to innovative cancer clinical trials. This is an exciting opportunity for a clinical research professional who enjoys working with patients and providers but is looking to move beyond direct clinic responsibilities while remaining highly involved in the clinical trial process.

• Review oncology patient records and assess eligibility against study inclusion/exclusion criteria.
• Coordinate patient referrals into oncology clinical trials
• Communicate with physicians, patients, sponsors, and internal research teams to facilitate enrollment
• Request and secure sponsor study slots for qualified patients
• Manage multiple active study opportunities and enrollment requests simultaneously
• Track patient progress and ensure all deadlines and study requirements are met
• Utilize EPIC, Microsoft Teams, email, and phone communication to coordinate activities
• Support approximately 16-25 active oncology studies

• Minimum 3 years of Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC) experience
• Oncology clinical research experience required
• Experience reviewing protocols and applying inclusion/exclusion criteria
• Ability to interpret medical records and oncology diagnoses
• Experience with EMR systems, preferably EPIC
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Teams
• Strong communication, organization, and multitasking skills
• Ability to manage multiple studies and priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Experience interacting with physicians, patients, and sponsors
• Strong attention to detail and patient-focused mindset
• Phase I oncology trial experience
• Sponsor-facing clinical research experience

• Hybrid schedule with onsite presence required
• Opportunity to work remotely on Fridays and occasionally throughout the week
• Split time between multiple cancer center locations
• Collaborative environment with direct exposure to physicians, medical leadership, and research sponsors

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Indianapolis, IN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $35.00/hr eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a hybrid position in Indianapolis, IN.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 27, 2026.

About Actalent

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