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Clinical Research Nurse
- Actalent (Ames, IA)
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Clinical Research Nurse
Duties:
Perform technical and clinical procedures per study protocols, including:
+ Venipuncture, specimen processing, vital signs, ECGs
+ IV infusions, IV pump operations, Holter monitoring
+ Pulmonary function testing, allergy testing
+ Urine/serum pregnancy testing, strep throat screening
+ Injections (IM/SQ)
Attend investigator meetings, site initiation visits, and
coordinator meetings
Administer study drugs and monitor for complications
Maintain accurate dispensing logs and documentation
Document lab data and adverse reactions; notify
investigators/sponsors/IRB as needed
Actively recruit and engage participants for clinical trials
Maintain and update Clinical Trial Management System (CTMS)
Communicate recruitment status and clinical needs to
investigators and site manager
Build and maintain relationships with study monitors and
sponsors
Prepare documentation for audits and assist auditors
Order and manage clinical supplies and rescue drugs
Monitor and maintain temperature logs for lab specimens and
investigational products
Package and ship specimens using dry ice per certification
standards
Serve as OSHA Representative for the site, including vaccine
administration to staff
Calibrate clinical equipment and maintain records
Support training and development of site staff
Travel to other network sites may be required based on
workload and project needs
Qualifications
1+ year of prior CRC/CRN/clinical research experience
preferred
If no research experience, minimum of 2+ years of nursing
experience required
Experience with IV insertion, vaccinations, and phlebotomy required
Active RN license in the state of Iowa required
CPR certification
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Ames, IA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $50.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Ames,IA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Nov 4, 2025.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.
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