Oncology APP/NP

The START Center for Cancer Research (“START”) is the world’s largest early phase site network, fully dedicated to oncology clinical research. Throughout our history, START has provided hope to cancer patients in global community practices by offering "Hope Through Access” to cutting-edge trials throughout the United States and Europe.

About the role

The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) – Early Phase Clinical Research Program supports protocol-compliant patient care and clinical trial execution for Phase I and other early-phase oncology studies. Functioning as a sub-investigator under the supervision of the Principal Investigator (PI), the APP extends clinical capacity, supports screening and study visits, and enhances care coordination while preserving core investigator responsibilities specific to early-phase research.

Schedule

Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm

Pay

Annual base salary for this role is $170K-$195K. Base pay may vary depending on multiple individualized factors including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a sub-investigator on assigned early-phase clinical trials following completion of required training and delegation documentation.
• Conduct protocol-required physical examinations and study visits for patients in screening, on treatment, and in follow-up as delegated by the Principal Investigator.
• Prepare comprehensive medical histories and clinical summaries in advance of new patient consults to support efficient PI evaluation.
• Assist with screening activities prior to new patient visits, including preliminary chart review and protocol feasibility assessment.
• Support post-consent screening by assisting with protocol-specific screening questions and required clarifications.
• Assist with the identification, documentation, and follow-up of adverse events (AEs) and serious adverse events (SAEs) in collaboration with the Principal Investigator and research team.
• Attend sponsor or safety calls designated as low priority or routine, as delegated by the Principal Investigator.
• Act as the first point of clinical contact for the research care team for day-to-day patient management questions and escalate issues to the Principal Investigator as appropriate.
• Coordinate with nursing, pharmacy, clinical research coordinators, and data management to ensure safe, efficient, and protocol-adherent care delivery.

Requirements

• Advanced practice degree (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) with current licensure in the applicable state(s).
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in oncology clinical care or oncology clinical research.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or Doctoral degree in advanced practice nursing or physician assistant studies.
• National certification as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant.
• Eligibility and willingness to serve as a sub-investigator on oncology clinical trials.
• Prior experience in early-phase (Phase I) oncology clinical research.

Physical & Travel Requirements

Limited travel may be required during training and onboarding.

About START

START clinical trial sites have conducted more than 1,000 early-phase clinical trials, including dozens of therapies that were approved by the FDA or EMA. START represents the world’s largest roster of early-phase principal investigators across its Network of clinical trial sites. Committed to accelerating passage from trials to treatments, START delivers hope to patients, families, and physicians around the world via our mission of “Hope Through Access”. As an example, in San Antonio, where START was founded, START treated the first patient ever with Keytruda – one of the most effective cancer drugs in medical history.