Quality Assurance Nurse - Clinical Trials New

Position Summary

This position is a very important role within the Cancer Center’s Clinical Trials Department. Under the direction of the Quality Assurance Manager, the Quality Assurance Nurse evaluates patient charts and regulatory documents for compliance and quality assurance. The ideal candidate will be required to both maintain and develop quality assurance processes and procedures, using working knowledge of ICH/GCP requirements along with an understanding for evaluating studies that are Investigator-Initiated, NCI and/or Industry funded.

Duties of a Quality Assurance Nurse may include the following but are not limited to:

• Demonstrates general knowledge of biological principles and scientific methods. Demonstrates knowledge of regulatory requirements (FDA, IRB, SOPs, GCPs, ICH, etc) by identifying sources of regulatory information, staying current on all new and existing laws, advising staff on regulatory and quality assurance issues, seeking clarification when needed, and conducting training sessions to informs staff of new guidelines/trends.
• Under the direction of the QA Manager, and through the internal audit process, the QA Nurse verifies eligibility for enrollment and verifies source documentation for all case report form (CRF) fields and to ensure proper consent documentation.
• Under the direction of the QA Manager, the QA nurse will conduct training and education for staff on research compliance, institutional policies, federal guidelines and audit findings as needed.
• Under the direction of the QA Manager, the QA nurse will serves as an Auditor on the Data Safety Monitoring Committee (DSMC) and is responsible for monitoring and evaluating the Investigator Initiated Oncology Trials within Stony Brook Cancer Center.
• Under the direction of the QA Manager, the QA nurse will work with Investigator Initiated Trials support staff to review Food and Drug Administration applications made on behalf of the University sponsor-investigators for accuracy and compliance to Federal Code of Regulations.
• Under the direction of the QA Manager, the QA nurse will participate and assist with preparation for routine audit visits.
• Under the direction of the QA Manager, the QA nurse will be responsible for writing audit response letters and developing corrective action plans (CAPA).
• Work directly with QA Manager to prepare presentations or reports to communicate findings and recommendations to Stony Brok Cancer Center administration.
• Functions autonomously with a high level of attention to detail.
• Must be able to exercise judgement and discretion to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Assist in documentation preparation and submission as required from pre and post external inspections (e.g. routine monitoring reports for all studies), including preparing and executing Corrective Action Plans for continuous improvement efforts.
• Under the direction of the QA Manager, the QA nurse will review internal databases for data entry accuracy and completeness (e.g. Oncore, Florence, RedCap).
• Under the direction of the QA Manager, the QA nurse will assist with training and onboarding for new investigators and research staff.
• Under the direction of the QA Manager, the QA nurse will assist with SOP and Work instruction revisions & improvements, including assisting with strategic planning and implementation of continuous improvement efforts.
• Under the direction of the QA Manager, the QA nurse will assist with conducting SIVs routine monitoring visiting for multi-institutional sites and monitoring for affiliate sites.
• The QA Nurse will be expected to provide backup to the clinical team in the role of a Research Nurse when needed.
• Other duties or audits as assigned.
  
  

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing
• Current and active NYS RN License
• At least 5 years of relevant experience working with Clinical Trials
• Work Independently with minimum supervision
• Good communicator
• Knowledge of Computer systems, and databases
  
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced degree in nursing
• Experience working on Cancer Clinical Trials
• Experience working in a QA/QC clinical trials position
• Knowledge of regulatory guidance and regulations
• Experience with Clinical Trials Monitoring/Auditing
  
  

Special Notes: Resume/CV should be included with the online application.

Posting Overview: This position will remain posted until filled or for a maximum of 90 days. An initial review of all applicants will occur two weeks from the posting date. Candidates are advised on the application that for full consideration, applications must be received before the initial review date (which is within two weeks of the posting date).

If within the initial review no candidate was selected to fill the position posted, additional applications will be considered for the posted position; however, the posting will close once a finalist is identified, and at minimal, two weeks after the initial posting date. Please note, that if no candidate were identified and hired within 90 days from initial posting, the posting would close for review, and possibly reposted at a later date.

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• All Hospital positions may be subject to changes in pass days and shifts as necessary.
• This position may require the wearing of respiratory protection, which may prohibit the wearing of facial hair.
• This function/position may be designated as “essential.” This means that when the Hospital is faced with an institutional emergency, employees in such positions may be required to remain at their work location or to report to work to protect, recover, and continue operations at Stony Brook Medicine, Stony Brook University Hospital and related facilities.
  
  

Prior to start date, the selected candidate must meet the following requirements:

• Successfully complete pre-employment physical examination and obtain medical clearance from Stony Brook Medicine's Employee Health Services*
• Complete electronic reference check with a minimum of three (3) professional references.
• Successfully complete a 4 panel drug screen*
• Meet Regulatory Requirements for pre-employment screenings.
• Provide a copy of any required New York State license(s)/certificate(s).
  
  

Failure to comply with any of the above requirements could result in a delayed start date and/or revocation of the employment offer.

• The hiring department will be responsible for any fee incurred for examination.
  
  

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Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position is - $89,760 - $127,975 / year.

The above salary range represents SBUH’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The specific salary offer will be based on the candidate’s validated years of comparable experience. Any efforts to inflate or misrepresent experience are grounds for disqualification from the application process or termination of employment if hired.

Some positions offer annual supplemental pay such as:

• Location pay for UUP full-time positions ($4000)
  
  

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Official Job Title

TH Instructional Support Specialist

Job Field

Nursing

Primary Location

US-NY-Stony Brook

Department/Hiring Area

Cancer Center Clinical Trials Office

Schedule

Full-time

Posting Start Date

Feb 9, 2026

Posting End Date

May 10, 2026, 11:59:00 PM

Salary

$93,760 - $131,975 / Total

Salary Grade

SL3

SBU Area

Stony Brook University Hospital