Oncology Nurse Navigator — Phase 1 Clinical Trials

Job overview

The Oncology Nurse Navigator role is onsite in Pittsburgh, PA, with a Monday–Friday schedule from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; the posting notes that hours require flexibility. Compensation is not specified; the posting describes a competitive experience-based compensation package. START is dedicated to oncology clinical research and describes its mission as providing “Hope Through Access” to clinical trials. The nurse navigator connects patients, referring physicians, and START staff to coordinate access to Phase 1 trials. The role supports referrals, patient scheduling and education, care coordination, and program growth while helping address barriers to trial participation.

What you'll do

• Educate referring physicians and staff about the Phase 1 program and trials
• perform new-patient referral intake
• identify technology opportunities for patient matching and care coordination
• schedule appointments and connect patients with community resources
• present trials to referring physicians and staff
• coordinate case conferences and attend tumor boards
• maintain patient tracking and study-monitoring documentation
• attend administrative meetings, protocol reviews, and site visits as required
• maintain confidentiality
• support referral and accrual growth goals.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

oncology nurse navigator

registered nurse

phase 1 clinical trials

oncology

patient navigation

referral coordination

care coordination

pittsburgh pa

start center for cancer research

monday–friday

8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

clinical research

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• 401(k) with employer match
• annual performance bonus eligibility
• paid time off and holidays
• medical, dental, vision, and optional insurance
• company-paid life and disability insurance
• EAP
• flexible FSA and HSA plans.

Why this role

Requires an associate’s degree, an active Registered Nurse license in the practicing state, and at least one year of oncology experience. Oncology Certified Nurse certification and clinical-trial experience are preferred. Travel may be required to referral offices or presentations.

About the employer

START Center for Cancer Research is hiring for this role. Industry: Research and Development in Biotechnology (except Nanobiotechnology). Sector: 54.