RN) Clinical Trials Infusion; CTI) Nurse Liaison

UCSD Layoff from Career Appointment:
Apply by 9/30/2026 for consideration with preference for rehire. All layoff applicants should contact their Employment Advisor.

Reassignment Applicants:
Eligible Reassignment clients should contact their Disability Counselor for assistance.

Current UC San Diego Health CNA (NX) represented RN/NP applicants will be considered after the first 7 days of job posting. All additional applicants will be considered after 14 days of job posting, pending the status of the initial internal CNA (NX) represented applicant pool.

Please note that this position is a part-time appointment

UC San Diego Health is proud to be a four-time Magnet-designated organization and has now earned Magnet with Distinction from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). Magnet is the gold standard for nursing excellence, achieved by only about 10% of hospitals worldwide. Magnet with Distinction is awarded to the highest-performing Magnet organizations, with only a select few earning this prestigious honor.

This recognition reflects our commitment to transformational leadership, professional nursing excellence, innovation, exceptional patient outcomes, and an empowering practice environment where nurses thrive.

UC San Diego Health's Moores Cancer Center is San Diego's only NCI-Designated Comprehensive Cancer Center. Our unique blend of cancer research and patient care is transforming cancer prevention, detection, and treatment. Established in 1978, Moores Cancer Center is ranked among the top 50 oncology programs in the nation. This designation is reserved for centers with the highest achievements in cancer research, clinical care, education, and community contributions.

The Clinical Trials Infusion (CTI) RN Liaison serves as the primary liaison between clinical research and infusion operations, providing oversight for treatment plan review, staff education, study activation, operational readiness, and communication between the Clinical Trials Office (CTO) and infusion teams across MCC, MOP, ECC, and KOP Infusion Services.

The CTI RN Liaison works in conjunction with IDS Pharmacy, Clinical Research Coordinators (CRCs), physicians, nursing leadership, and infusion staff to ensure the safe, compliant, and efficient delivery of clinical trial therapies. This role is critical to standardized workflows, appropriate staffing and resource planning, and the successful implementation of new clinical trials, supporting continued growth in clinical trial accruals and treatment volume.

• Reviews the daily list of CTI patients and ensures adequate time is allotted to complete long infusions.
• Reviews CTI charts, consistent with the liaison role.
• Reviews CTI treatment plans against the study protocol prior to the physician signing orders.
• Reviews protocols with Principal Investigators (PIs) prior to trial initiation.
• Streamlines source documents.
• Provides new trial education for CTI RNs.
• Reviews Serious Adverse Events (SAEs) and IReports in real time and discusses findings with the treatment team.
• Serves as a resource to Clinical Research Coordinators (CRCs) to help ensure protocol compliance.

While not required, a cover letter is highly recommended when applying to this position.

• A Diploma or Associate degree with two (2) years of clinical experience; or a Baccalaureate degree with one (1) year of clinical experience; or a Master's degree with six (6) months of clinical experience; or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.

• Registered Nurse (RN) license issued by the state of California.

• BLS at time of hire with commitment to obtain BART within six (6) months of hire date.

• Minimum of two (2) years of relevant experience in oncology and/or infusion nursing.

• Working knowledge of clinical trial/research processes, including treatment plan review against study protocols.

• Current ONS Chemotherapy and Biotherapy provider card, or must obtain within six (6) months of hire.

• Demonstrated ability to educate and serve as a resource to nursing staff and Clinical Research Coordinators (CRCs).

• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, with the ability to quickly identify issues and apply effective solutions.

• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present information clearly across research and clinical teams.

• Knowledge of business software, specialized applications, and data management systems used in nursing units or departments.