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*The ideal candidate will be an upcoming, or recent graduate (within 12 months), from an accredited ADN or BSN program, and be a licensed RN in the state of Texas one week prior to the assigned program start date. Start date will be March 16, 2026 . *

This position will work the day shift between the hours of 7am-5pm and is a hybrid role (remote and onsite).

Become an expert, valued and active member of a world class research team through participation in The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center's Research Nurse Residency Program. This is a first-of- its-kind program that prepares recent graduate nurses for the role of research nurse.

• 12-month RN residency program that trains new grads in the specialty role of a research nurse.

As a research nurse, the new graduate will coordinate, evaluate and follow patient participation in clinical trials while facilitating compliance to the research protocol and good clinical practice. Specific tasks associated with the role include participant recruitment and screening, patient assessment, coordination of protocol specific activity including treatment and tests, toxicity evaluation, collection of trial data and patient and family education.

Clinical research nursing is the specialized practice of professional nursing focused on maintaining equilibrium between care of the research participant and fidelity to the research protocol. This specialty practice incorporates human subjects protection; care coordination and continuity; contribution to clinical science; clinical practice; and study management throughout a variety of professional roles, practice settings, and clinical specialties. As a component of the formal nursing orientation process at MD Anderson, the Research Nurse Residency Program offers recent graduates a comprehensive and customized mix of clinical research orientation, leadership skills and social activities designed to build confidence, enhance professional relationships and ease the transition into the role of registered nurse.

Program participants have an incredible opportunity to develop professionally as nursing leaders at a Magnet designated academic institution recognized for its nursing excellence and outstanding patient care delivery.

Clinical Experience:

As a graduate nurse in the program, you will collaborate with clinical nursing instructors, clinical coaches and nurse managers to design a personalized pathway for your clinical development. Throughout the program, you will take part in MD Anderson's clinical nursing orientation and oncology-specialty orientation specific to assigned units.

Clinical Leadership and Socialization:

Those chosen for the program will be provided paid education days each month for classes and activities. One-on-one meetings are scheduled throughout the program to monitor progress and provide additional individualized support. Opportunities will be provided to create and enhance professional networks and relationships with peers and the nursing leadership team.

*EDUCATION*

* Required: Graduation from an accredited school of professional nursing.

* Preferred: Bachelor's Degree Nursing.

*WORK EXPERIENCE*

* Required: None

*LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS*

* Required: RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure State of Texas Professional Nursing license (RN). Upon Hire

* Required: BLS - Basic Life Support Upon Hire or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR). Upon Hire

* Preferred: ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification as required by patient care area. Upon Hire

* Preferred: PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support Certification as required by patient care area. Upon Hire

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent [benefits](https://www.utsystem.edu/offices/employee-benefits/insurance-0/eligibility), including medical, dental, [paid time off](https://www.mdanderson.org/about-md-anderson/employee-resources/leave.html), [retirement](https://www.utsystem.edu/offices/employee-benefits/ut-retirement-program/voluntary-retirement-programs), tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition.

This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment.

It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state, or local laws unless such distinction is required by law.[http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.html](http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.html)

Additional Information

* Requisition ID: 176744

* Employment Status: Full-Time

* Employee Status: Regular

* Work Week: Days

* Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 67,000

* Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 83,500

* Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 100,000

* FLSA: exempt and not eligible for overtime pay

* Fund Type: Soft

* Work Location: Hybrid Onsite/Remote

* Pivotal Position: Yes

* Referral Bonus Available?: No

* Relocation Assistance Available?: No

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