Skip to content
Nursing Mastery
All jobs

Clinical Research Nurse

RN · Higher Education and Research Services

Posted Aug 13 · Not open to new grads

University of Missouri-Columbia workplace

Loading the full-size photo…

University of Missouri-Columbia workplace
1 of 1
Shift
8-hour days
Unit
Otolaryngology

What the listing says

Role

Schedule
8-hour days · 5 a week
Weekends
No weekends
Term
Per Diem
Setting
Hospital
Accepts
RN
Experience
2+ years

Ratio not posted. Ask in the interview.

Pay

Against the board
$4/hr above the median
This role$38/hr
Higher Education and Research Services in Missouri$34/hr

The median for Higher Education and Research Services in Missouri is $34/hr, across 5 postings.

Overtime
$75/hr

About this role

Hiring Department

Department of Otolaryngology

The Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery at the University of Missouri is pleased to announce an opening for a Clinical Research Nurse to join our growing and dynamic research team. This is an exciting opportunity to be at the forefront of advancing treatments and care in otolaryngology through active participation in clinical trials.

Key Responsibilities

Read the full posting

Evaluate patients and/or potential candidates for research studies based on inclusion/exclusion criteria. Recruit and enroll patients in clinical trials, ensuring compliance with ethical and regulatory standards. Conduct clinical trial visits in accordance with study protocols and Good Clinical Practice (GCP). Collect, record, and maintain accurate study data for analysis and reporting.

Serve as Primary Study Coordinator for 4–5 clinical trials, including

Training and educating participants Scheduling study visits Conducting protocol visits Entering study data Preparing for and hosting monitoring visits Act as Backup Study Coordinator for additional trials as needed.

Perform clinical procedures for trials including

Blood draws Allergy testing Investigational product (IP) injection and dosing Manage and reconcile lab kits and study-related supplies. Assist with regulatory requirements, including preparation and submission of documents to: Institutional Review Board (IRB) Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Study sponsors and clinical trial systems

Ideal Candidate Profile

  • Highly organized and detail-oriented
  • Proactive, self-motivated, and able to work independently
  • Strong team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Previous experience in clinical research and patient care preferred
  • Must be comfortable performing clinical procedures and handling sensitive data

Join a collaborative and mission-driven team dedicated to improving the lives of patients through innovative research.

Shift

Monday – Friday

8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree from an accredited Nursing School or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and abilities can be obtained is necessary.

Possession of a license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Missouri is necessary.

Minimum of two years of recent nursing experience in a hospital, clinic, or similar health care setting is required.

Anticipated Hiring Range

Salary Range: $75,300 - $85,000 annually University Title: NURSE, CLINICAL RESRCH

Internal applicants can determine their university title by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR.

Application Materials

In addition to the Online Application, please provide Resume.

Community Information

Columbia offers small-town friendliness with big city features and a high quality of life for people of all ages and interests. Founded on education and known as an ideal college town, its location also makes it an attractive spot for businesses and travelers. Located on Interstate 70 and U. S. Highway 63, Columbia is right in the middle of the state and the nation.

Just a couple hours’ drive from St. Louis and Kansas City, Columbia is Boone County’s largest population center offering big-city culture, activities, and resources with a low cost of living. Columbia is home to a variety of restaurants and entertainment venues and hosts more than a dozen festivals each year. If you want to grow your career, continue your education, raise a family, and retire, Columbia is a good place to be!

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.

Sourced from a public job board.

Possession of a license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Missouri is necessary. Minimum of two years of recent nursing experience in a hospital, clinic, or similar health care setting is required. Antic…· from this posting

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited Nursing School or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and abilities can be obtained is necessary.
  • Possession of a license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Missouri is necessary.
  • Minimum of two years of recent nursing experience in a hospital, clinic, or similar health care setting is required.
  • Anticipated Hiring Range
  • Salary Range: $75,300 - $85,000 annually
  • University Title: NURSE, CLINICAL RESRCH
  • Internal applicants can determine their university title by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR.
  • Application Materials
  • In addition to the Online Application, please provide Resume.
  • Community Information
  • Columbia offers small-town friendliness with big city features and a high quality of life for people of all ages and interests. Founded on education and known as an ideal college town, its location also makes it an attractive spot for businesses and travelers. Located on Interstate 70 and U. S. Highway 63, Columbia is right in the middle of the state and the nation. Just a couple hours’ drive from St. Louis and Kansas City, Columbia is Boone County’s largest population center offering big-city culture, activities, and resources with a low cost of living. Columbia is home to a variety of restaurants and entertainment venues and hosts more than a dozen festivals each year. If you want to grow your career, continue your education, raise a family, and retire, Columbia is a good place to be!
  • Benefit Eligibility
  • This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

Place

City
Columbia, Missouri
Median rent
$1,097/mo

rent and tenant-paid utilities

Local household income
$66,498/yr

all local households, not nurse pay

Metro price level
11% below the national average

Columbia area index 89.4, where 100 is the national average.

Address
Columbia, MO 65211, USA

Columbia is a mid-Missouri college town anchored by the University of Missouri, blending student energy with a strong healthcare presence. The District downtown offers dining and shops, while nearby trails and parks provide outdoor options—a compact, welcoming city where new RNs often settle in quickly.

Map showing the location of Columbia, MO
Approximate location in Columbia, MO. · © Mapbox © OpenStreetMap· Open the live map

Cost figures from U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.

How this role fits you

Add your preferences

Choose your specialty, travel preference, and license stage to see how this role fits.

The work you want

Where you'd go

Where you are

About the employer

University of Missouri-Columbia
Academic Medical Center

University of Missouri Health Care (MU Health Care) is the academic health system affiliated with the University of Missouri-Columbia (Mizzou). As Missouri's only state-supported member of the Association of American Universities, Mizzou carries a distinct land-grant mission to provide all…

4.5 Google rating

Worth asking

The posting doesn’t answer these. Good ones to ask a recruiter or in the interview.

  • Can you walk me through differentials?
  • What should I expect for weekend, holiday, call, and rotation?
  • What orientation, preceptor time, and ongoing unit support are included?
  • How are patient load, floating, and staffing support handled day to day?
Open the full posting report
Help improve this pageShare what it’s like, leave a heads-up, or ask about this posting.
What would you like to do?
Add ratings or a short headline

A person reviews every submission before anything changes.