Senior Research Nurse-Human Genetics

Job Summary

Address: 2006-2030 Kenny Rd, Columbus, OH
Job Number: R153391
Posted Date: 7/7/2026
Type: Part time

About the Role

Plays a senior role in the Division of Human Cancer Genetics, planning, organizing, and coordinating care for patients on genetic and/or oncology clinical research protocols. Serves as a mentor to new and existing research staff, coordinates data collection, educates patients, evaluates clinical complications, enhances study accrual, collects and distributes samples, assesses patient eligibility, oversees patient registration, develops and revises orders, monitors care, evaluates patient responses, and assists in developing new study plans.

Responsibilities

• Plans and organizes care for patients on genetic and/or oncology clinical research protocols
• Serves as a mentor to new and existing research staff
• Coordinates collection of research data
• Provides education to patients
• Evaluates patients for clinical complications related to protocol and helps ensure protocol compliance
• Enhances accrual to research protocols
• Aids in collection and distribution of blood and tissue samples
• Evaluates patient eligibility
• Oversees registration of out/inpatients
• Develops and revises orders
• Maintains oversight of patient care and ensures proper follow-up
• Evaluates patient response and patient complications
• Aids in developing plans to meet requirements of new studies/protocols
• Prepares for external quality assurance and control reviews

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in nursing, allied medical professions, or other health care field required or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Current State of Ohio licensure or interim permit required in appropriate field
• Clinical research certification from SoCRA (Society of Clinical Research Associates) or ACRP (Association of Clinical Research Professionals) required
• Significant experience in clinical research conducting trials
• Significant experience in providing direct patient care
• Computer literacy with knowledge of Microsoft Office software applications desired
• Oncology experience desired

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in nursing, allied medical professions, or other health care field required or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Master's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred

Skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Knowledge of oncology and genetics

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Equal Opportunity Employer

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.