Nursing Research Scientist

Nursing Research Scientist

The Nurse Scientist leads a strategic program of nursing research designed to improve patient outcomes and cultivate a culture of inquiry across the nursing workforce. This role provides scientific leadership, mentorship, and collaborative support for research, evidence-based practice (EBP) initiatives, and scholarly dissemination. The Nurse Scientist partners with nursing leadership, academic institutions, and system stakeholders to advance high-quality research, support student and employee development, and align scholarly work with organizational priorities.

Essential Responsibilities

• Lead a coordinated program of nursing research that advances patient outcomes and strengthens a culture of inquiry.
• Maintain expertise in research methods, EBP frameworks, data analysis, and scholarly dissemination.
• Ensure all research activities comply with ethical, legal, regulatory, and institutional standards.
• Promote integration of research findings into clinical practice and student learning experiences.
• Serve as a scientific mentor for undergraduate and graduate nursing students.
• Provide individualized coaching on research design, project execution, and scholarly writing.
• Support students and employees in navigating IRB processes, data collection, and analysis.
• Foster confidence and competence in presenting and publishing scholarly work.
• Partner with nursing leadership, academic institutions, and system departments to support research priorities.
• Communicate project status, risks, outcomes, and recommendations to stakeholders.
• Build and maintain relationships with universities, research offices, and professional organizations.
• Participate in committees, taskforces, and collaborative initiatives that support research and student development.
• Promote dissemination of student and departmental research through publications and conference presentations.
• Support manuscript preparation, abstract development, and submission processes.
• Encourage and model scholarly productivity aligned with organizational goals.
• Promote, develop, and support OU Health Nursing's digital presence and engagement within various internal and external media platforms.

General Job Duties

• Performs other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• Education:
  
  Doctorate in Nursing (PhD, DNP, or equivalent) required
• Experience:
  
  5 years of RN experience required
• Demonstrated expertise in nursing research, EBP, and scholarly dissemination
• Experience mentoring students or early-career nurses
• Certification/License/Registration:
  Active RN License
• Certified Nursing Professional Development - American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)

OU Health is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including PTO, 401(k), medical and dental plans, and many more. We know that a total benefits and compensation package, designed to meet your specific needs both inside and outside of the work environment, create peace of mind for you and your family.