Research Nurse Specialist | Clinical Research RN | New York, NY

Research Nurse Specialist

📍 Location: New York, NY (100% Onsite)
💼 Employment Type: Full-Time
🚫 Visa Sponsorship: Not Available
🚚 Relocation Assistance: None
💰 Compensation: $108,972 – $125,388 Base Salary

Overview

A leading academic medical center is seeking a Research Nurse Specialist to support clinical research studies by coordinating patient care, ensuring protocol compliance, and serving as a key liaison between patients, investigators, sponsors, and regulatory bodies.

This role combines direct patient care with clinical research coordination and offers the opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking medical research while ensuring patient safety and regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Research Coordination

• Coordinate patient participation in clinical research studies.

• Assess patient eligibility for research protocols.

• Review medical histories, laboratory results, and baseline clinical data.

• Coordinate required diagnostic testing and imaging.

Patient Care

• Provide direct nursing care to patients participating in research studies.

• Monitor patients throughout study participation.

• Assess and manage adverse events and treatment-related complications.

• Coordinate follow-up visits and ongoing patient monitoring.

Regulatory & Protocol Compliance

• Educate patients regarding informed consent and study participation.

• Ensure strict adherence to research protocols and study requirements.

• Coordinate required follow-up procedures and protocol-specific assessments.

• Maintain accurate research documentation and patient records.

Clinical Trial Operations

• Monitor investigational medications according to study protocols.

• Perform or coordinate pharmacokinetic studies where required.

• Process, store, and ship laboratory specimens.

• Maintain communication with sponsors, investigators, and Institutional Review Boards (IRBs).

Education & Collaboration

• Educate nursing staff regarding clinical research protocols.

• Assist with development of educational materials and clinical policies.

• Participate in continuing education and remain current with advances in research nursing and clinical treatments.

• Collaborate closely with physicians, research teams, laboratory staff, and study sponsors.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN)

• Current New York State Registered Nurse (RN) License

• Approximately 2 years of clinical nursing experience

• Strong patient assessment and clinical decision-making skills

• Excellent communication and organizational abilities

• Ability to manage multiple studies and priorities simultaneously

Preferred Experience

Candidates with experience in any of the following are highly desirable:

• Clinical Research Nursing

• Clinical Trials

• Oncology Research

• Academic Medical Centers

• Investigational Drug Studies

• IRB submissions and regulatory documentation

• Research protocol management

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will possess:

• Strong clinical nursing foundation

• Interest in clinical research and evidence-based medicine

• Experience coordinating patient care within research studies

• Excellent organizational and documentation skills

• Ability to educate patients regarding complex research protocols

• Strong collaboration skills with physicians, sponsors, and multidisciplinary teams

• Ability to manage regulatory requirements while maintaining exceptional patient care

Target Candidate Backgrounds

Ideal candidates may come from:

• Academic Medical Centers

• Cancer Centers

• Research Hospitals

• University Hospitals

• Large Teaching Hospitals

• Clinical Research Organizations (CROs)

Screening Questions

1. Do you hold a Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN)?

2. Do you hold a current New York State Registered Nurse (RN) license?

3. How many years of clinical nursing experience do you have?

4. Do you have experience supporting clinical research studies or clinical trials?

5. Have you obtained informed consent and coordinated patients through research protocols?

6. Have you worked with IRBs, study sponsors, or investigational drug protocols?

7. Do you have experience monitoring patients for adverse events and protocol compliance?

Interview Process

1. Initial Zoom interview with the Research Nurse Manager.

Why Join?

This is an opportunity to join one of the nation's premier academic medical centers where you'll contribute to cutting-edge clinical research while delivering exceptional patient care. You'll work alongside leading physicians and researchers, support innovative clinical trials, and play a key role in advancing medical science within a collaborative, mission-driven environment.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance

• Dental Insurance

• Vision Insurance

• Life Insurance

• Retirement Plan

• Paid Time Off

• Comprehensive Employee Benefits Package

Senior Director, Long-Range Research Initiative & Applied Science Strategies | Washington, DC

Senior Director, Long-Range Research Initiative & Applied Science Strategies

📍 Location: Washington, DC (Onsite)
🏢 Department: Regulatory & Scientific Affairs
👤 Reports To: Vice President, Regulatory & Scientific Affairs
💼 Employment Type: Full-Time
✈️ Travel: Up to 20%
🚫 Visa Sponsorship: Not Available
🚚 Relocation Assistance: None
💰 Compensation: $211,629 – $254,000 Base Salary
💵 Annual Bonus: Performance-Based Merit Increases & Discretionary Bonus

Overview

A leading national scientific and regulatory organization is seeking a Senior Director, Long-Range Research Initiative & Applied Science Strategies to lead its flagship scientific research program while shaping research strategy, applied science, and regulatory decision support across the chemical industry.

This executive leadership role will oversee the organization's Long-Range Research Initiative (LRI), driving scientific investment, research governance, international collaboration, and science-based policy development. The successful candidate will work closely with industry leaders, academic researchers, government agencies, and international scientific organizations to ensure research priorities support sound regulatory decision-making and advance scientific understanding.

This is an exceptional opportunity for an accomplished scientific leader who enjoys combining research strategy, stakeholder engagement, science policy, and executive-level influence.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

This role offers the opportunity to:

• Lead one of the industry's most influential scientific research initiatives

• Shape future research priorities impacting global chemical safety

• Partner with leading scientists from academia, industry, and government

• Influence regulatory policy using evidence-based science

• Represent the organization within international scientific collaborations

• Present directly to executive leadership, member companies, and Board members

• Lead strategic investments in scientific research with global impact

Key Responsibilities

Scientific Research Leadership

• Lead the organization's Long-Range Research Initiative (LRI)

• Develop long-term scientific research strategies aligned with organizational objectives

• Identify emerging scientific issues and future research priorities

• Translate scientific findings into practical regulatory and policy recommendations

• Ensure research supports evidence-based decision making

Research Program Management

• Manage all aspects of the LRI program, including:

• Budget management

• Resource allocation

• Consultant management

• Contract oversight

• Research funding

• Oversee competitive proposal and grant selection processes

• Direct research project execution from concept through completion

• Ensure projects remain aligned with strategic priorities

Scientific Strategy & Applied Science

• Apply scientific research to improve regulatory methods and policy development

• Interpret complex scientific studies and emerging research

• Develop scientific strategies addressing evolving regulatory challenges

• Collaborate with subject matter experts across multiple disciplines

• Identify opportunities to strengthen scientific understanding across the industry

Stakeholder & International Collaboration

• Lead the LRI Topic Committee, including:

• Scientific agenda development

• Meeting facilitation

• Cross-company collaboration

• Build strong relationships with:

• Industry scientists

• Academic researchers

• Government agencies

• International scientific organizations

• Coordinate research priorities through the International Council of Chemical Associations (ICCA)

• Foster collaboration on multinational scientific initiatives

Executive Communication & Policy Support

• Present research strategies and findings to:

• Executive Leadership

• Board Members

• Member Companies

• External Scientific Organizations

• Translate complex scientific concepts into actionable recommendations

• Support science policy advocacy using research findings and data analysis

• Serve as a trusted scientific advisor to internal leadership

Required Qualifications

Education

• Master's or Doctoral degree in Science or a related technical discipline

Experience

• 10+ years of experience within:

• Chemical industry

• Government

• Scientific research organizations

• Related technical fields

• Experience managing scientific research programs

• Experience overseeing research budgets, contracts, and consultants

• Experience developing scientific research strategies

• Experience interpreting complex scientific data and studies

• Experience working with international scientific organizations

• Experience supporting multinational scientific initiatives

• Experience with chemical assessment programs and scientific regulatory venues

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced expertise in:

• Toxicology

• Environmental Science

• Public Health

• Related scientific disciplines

• Knowledge of chemical regulatory frameworks

• Risk assessment methodology expertise

• Science communication experience

• Experience translating scientific research for policymakers and executive audiences

Ideal Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate will have:

• Master's or PhD in a scientific discipline

• 10+ years leading scientific research programs

• Strong chemical industry or government research experience

• Deep expertise interpreting complex scientific research

• Experience influencing science-based regulatory policy

• International scientific collaboration experience

• Outstanding executive presentation and communication skills

• Strong program management, budgeting, and contract oversight experience

• Ability to build relationships across academia, government, industry, and global scientific organizations

Screening Questions

1. Describe a scientific research program you have managed. How did you oversee budgeting, contracts, consultants, and resource allocation while ensuring alignment with strategic objectives?

2. Tell us about your experience collaborating with industry, academia, government agencies, or international scientific organizations. How did you build and maintain those relationships?

3. Describe a time you used complex scientific research or data to influence regulatory policy, advocacy efforts, or executive decision-making. How did you communicate technical findings to non-technical stakeholders?

Interview Process

1. HR Director Interview

2. Hiring Manager Interview

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation

• Base Salary: $211,629 – $254,000

• Annual Performance Bonus

• Annual Merit Increase Program

Benefits

• Medical Insurance

• Dental Insurance

• Vision Insurance

• Life Insurance

• Retirement Plan

• Paid Time Off

• Additional Employee Benefits

Ideal Backgrounds

Strong candidates are likely to come from organizations such as:

• Chemical manufacturers

• Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

• Government scientific agencies

• Regulatory science organizations

• Toxicology institutes

• Environmental health organizations

• Scientific research institutes

• Trade associations

• International regulatory organizations

• Public health research organizations

What Success Looks Like

The successful candidate will combine deep scientific expertise with strategic leadership, translating cutting-edge research into meaningful policy, strengthening international scientific collaboration, and ensuring research investments drive measurable improvements in chemical safety, regulatory science, and evidence-based decision-making.

Environmental Manager | Manufacturing & Environmental Compliance | Mapleton, IL

Environmental Manager

📍 Location: Mapleton, IL
🏭 Industry: Manufacturing / Heavy Industrial Operations
💼 Employment Type: Full-Time
🚫 Visa Sponsorship: Not Available
🚚 Relocation Assistance: Available
✈️ Interview Travel: Reimbursed
💰 Compensation: Competitive Base Salary + Bonus Eligible

Overview

A leading industrial manufacturing organization is seeking an Environmental Manager to provide strategic leadership and oversight of environmental compliance programs at a large-scale manufacturing facility.

This role will be responsible for managing environmental programs, ensuring regulatory compliance, driving continuous improvement initiatives, and partnering with operational leaders to maintain safe, compliant, and sustainable operations.

The successful candidate will serve as the site's environmental subject matter expert while mentoring personnel across all levels of the organization and helping drive environmental performance excellence.

Key Responsibilities

Environmental Compliance & Regulatory Management

• Lead environmental compliance programs across the facility.

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local environmental regulations.

• Interpret and apply environmental regulations and permit requirements.

• Support regulatory inspections, audits, and agency interactions.

• Maintain environmental permits and compliance documentation.

Air, Water & Waste Programs

• Manage air compliance programs and permit requirements.

• Oversee drinking water and wastewater compliance activities.

• Ensure proper hazardous waste management and disposal practices.

• Monitor environmental performance and identify potential risks.

• Develop corrective actions and improvement initiatives.

EHS Leadership

• Provide leadership, mentoring, and guidance to hourly, salaried, and management personnel.

• Promote a strong environmental and safety culture throughout the facility.

• Partner with operations leaders to drive compliance and risk reduction.

• Support site-wide EHS objectives and business initiatives.

Auditing & Risk Management

• Conduct environmental audits and compliance assessments.

• Evaluate program effectiveness and identify improvement opportunities.

• Monitor environmental performance trends and key metrics.

• Recommend and implement corrective and preventative actions.

Training & Development

• Ensure environmental training programs meet regulatory requirements.

• Support employee awareness and compliance initiatives.

• Provide environmental expertise and coaching to facility leadership teams.

Required Qualifications

Education

✔ Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, EHS, Chemistry, or a related technical discipline.

Experience

✔ 5+ years of environmental compliance, environmental engineering, or EHS experience.

✔ Experience managing environmental programs within industrial or manufacturing environments.

✔ Strong knowledge of environmental regulations and compliance requirements.

✔ Previous leadership or management experience.

Highly Preferred Experience

Environmental Compliance

• Air Compliance Programs

• Air Permit Management

• Title V Permitting

• Environmental Reporting

• Regulatory Agency Interaction

Water Programs

• Drinking Water Compliance

• Wastewater Treatment

• Water Permitting

• Environmental Monitoring

Hazardous Materials

• Hazardous Waste Regulations

• Waste Management Programs

• Environmental Risk Assessments

Preferred Industry Backgrounds

Candidates from the following industries are strongly preferred:

• Foundry Operations

• Oil & Gas

• Paper Mills

• Heavy Manufacturing

• Industrial Processing

• Chemical Manufacturing

• Metals Processing

Core Competencies

Environmental Health & Safety (EHS)

• Environmental Compliance

• Regulatory Interpretation

• Environmental Auditing

• Environmental Program Management

Risk Management

• Risk Assessment

• Regulatory Risk Mitigation

• Compliance Monitoring

• Incident Prevention

Leadership

• Team Development

• Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Change Management

• Stakeholder Engagement

Continuous Improvement

• Problem Solving

• Process Improvement

• Sustainability Initiatives

• Operational Excellence

Screening Questions

1. Do you hold a Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, EHS, Chemistry, or a related technical field?

2. How many years of environmental compliance or EHS experience do you have?

3. Do you have direct experience managing air compliance programs and environmental permits?

4. Have you worked with drinking water and wastewater compliance programs?

5. Do you have experience managing hazardous waste programs and regulations?

6. Have you worked within a manufacturing, foundry, oil & gas, paper mill, or similar industrial environment?

7. Do you have previous leadership or management experience?

8. Are you comfortable relocating to Mapleton, Illinois?

9. Have you interacted directly with regulatory agencies and environmental auditors?

10. What environmental permits and compliance programs have you personally managed?

Ideal Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate will be an experienced environmental leader who combines strong technical compliance expertise with the ability to influence and develop teams.

They will possess:

• Deep knowledge of environmental regulations and permitting.

• Significant experience with air compliance and air permitting.

• Strong understanding of wastewater, drinking water, and hazardous waste programs.

• Previous leadership experience within industrial manufacturing environments.

• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.

• A proactive approach to risk reduction and continuous improvement.

• The ability to work collaboratively across operations, engineering, maintenance, and leadership teams.

Candidate Snapshot

Requirement

Details

Experience

5+ Years Environmental Compliance/EHS

Education

Bachelor's Degree Required

Leadership

Management Experience Required

Compliance Expertise

Air, Water & Waste Programs

Industry

Manufacturing / Industrial Operations

Preferred Industries

Foundry, Oil & Gas, Paper Mill

Location

Mapleton, IL

Travel

Occasional

Relocation

Available

Bonus

Eligible

What Makes Someone Successful in This Role?

• Strong environmental compliance and permitting expertise.

• Proven success managing environmental programs in industrial settings.

• Ability to lead and influence teams across all organizational levels.

• Experience navigating complex regulatory environments.

• Strong problem-solving and risk management capabilities.

• Passion for environmental stewardship and operational excellence.

• Ability to balance compliance, sustainability, and business objectives.

Why This Opportunity?

✅ Lead environmental strategy at a large-scale industrial facility.

✅ Significant ownership and visibility within plant leadership.

✅ Opportunity to drive meaningful environmental improvements and sustainability initiatives.

✅ Relocation assistance and bonus eligibility available.

✅ Work within a highly respected manufacturing organization committed to safety, compliance, and operational excellence.

Quality Assurance Regional Manager – Albert Lea, MN

Quality Assurance Regional Manager

📍 Location: Albert Lea, Minnesota (Oversight of Multiple Manufacturing Sites)
💼 Employment Type: Full-Time
💰 Base Salary: $130,000 – $145,000
🚚 Relocation Assistance: Available for Ideal Candidates
✈️ Travel: Frequent Regional Travel Required
🚫 Visa Sponsorship: Not Available

Overview

A growing manufacturer in the food and nutrition sector is seeking a Quality Assurance Regional Manager to lead quality and food safety operations across multiple production facilities in Minnesota.

This leadership role is responsible for driving food safety, regulatory compliance, quality system effectiveness, continuous improvement, and team development while partnering closely with Operations, Production, R&D, and Commercial teams.

The successful candidate will be a strong people leader with deep expertise in FDA-regulated manufacturing environments and a proven ability to influence cross-functional teams.

Key Responsibilities

Quality & Food Safety Leadership

• Lead quality assurance programs across multiple manufacturing sites.

• Ensure compliance with FDA, HACCP, SQF, customer, and internal quality standards.

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on food safety, quality, and operational excellence.

• Oversee internal audit programs, CAPA processes, and compliance activities.

• Lead root cause investigations and implement sustainable corrective actions.

Team Leadership

• Develop, coach, and mentor regional quality teams.

• Establish and communicate performance goals using SMART objectives.

• Build a culture of accountability, food safety, and continuous improvement.

• Deliver food safety and quality training programs.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with Production, R&D, Commercial, and Operations teams to support product launches and process improvements.

• Support commercialization activities, change control processes, and new product introductions.

• Provide quality leadership during customer visits, regulatory inspections, and external audits.

Systems & Compliance

• Ensure effective implementation of food safety and quality management systems.

• Monitor and improve key metrics including:

• First Pass Quality

• Customer Complaints

• CAPA Effectiveness

• Inventory Health

• Compliance Performance

• Environmental & Sanitation Programs

• Apply SPC and data-driven methodologies to improve process performance.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Science or a related field.

• 10+ years of Quality Assurance experience within:

• Food Manufacturing

• Beverage Manufacturing

• Dietary Supplements

• Pharmaceutical or Medical Device Manufacturing

• Management experience leading quality teams.

• Strong knowledge of:

• FDA Regulations

• HACCP

• SQF

• Food Safety Programs

• U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident.

Preferred Experience

• Multi-site quality leadership experience.

• Career progression across multiple functions including:

• Production

• R&D

• Quality

• PCQI certification.

• Strong experience working with cross-functional teams.

• Statistical Process Control (SPC) expertise.

• Project management and continuous improvement experience.

Key Skills

✔ Quality Assurance Leadership
✔ FDA Compliance
✔ HACCP & SQF Programs
✔ Food Safety Systems
✔ CAPA Management
✔ Root Cause Analysis
✔ Internal Auditing
✔ SPC & Data Analysis
✔ Team Development
✔ Cross-Functional Leadership

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate has a strong quality leadership background within food or beverage manufacturing and has progressed through multiple operational disciplines such as Production, R&D, and Quality.

They will bring:

• Multi-site quality management experience.

• Strong food safety and regulatory expertise.

• Proven success leading cross-functional initiatives.

• Excellent leadership, coaching, and communication skills.

• A track record of driving continuous improvement and quality culture transformation.

Screening Questions

1. Do you have experience in the food and beverage manufacturing industry?

2. Do you have hands-on experience with HACCP, SQF, and food safety systems?

3. Are you a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident?

4. Have you successfully partnered with cross-functional teams across operations, R&D, and quality?

5. Have you held roles in multiple functions such as Production, R&D, and Quality during your career?

Candidate Snapshot

Requirement

Details

Experience

10+ Years

Seniority

Director Level

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Industry

Food & Beverage Manufacturing

Management Experience

Required

Travel

Frequent

Multi-Site Oversight

Preferred

Relocation

Available

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Lead quality operations across multiple manufacturing facilities.

• High visibility role with direct impact on food safety and operational excellence.

• Strong career growth opportunities within a growing organization.

• Collaborative environment with significant cross-functional leadership exposure.

• Opportunity to shape quality strategy and drive continuous improvement initiatives across multiple sites.

Assistant General Counsel | Portland, OR | Energy & Regulatory Compliance | $176k - $207k

Assistant General Counsel

Location: Portland, OR (Onsite)
Job Type: Full-Time
Salary Range: $176,300 - $207,500

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced Assistant General Counsel to provide legal support on Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) matters, energy contracts, and regulatory compliance. This role involves advising on legal risks, negotiating and drafting agreements, and ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide legal counsel on FERC matters, commercial transactions, and regulatory compliance.

• Draft, negotiate, and manage contracts, including power purchase agreements, storage agreements, master trading agreements, and interconnection agreements.

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws, company tariffs, and industry regulations.

• Advise senior leadership on legal strategies, corporate policies, and risk management.

• Represent the company in court proceedings, regulatory hearings, and agency matters.

• Supervise and mentor junior attorneys and legal staff as needed.

• Monitor industry trends and legal developments to inform company policies and procedures.

• Manage relationships with external legal counsel and regulatory bodies.

Required Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

• Active bar admission in at least one U.S. state where the company operates.

• 8+ years of legal experience in a law firm, corporate, or regulatory setting.

• Expertise in regulatory policy, public utility commissions, and tariff filings.

• Strong contract negotiation skills, particularly in energy-related agreements.

• Ability to navigate complex legal and political landscapes within the energy sector.

• Strong communication, leadership, and strategic advisory skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Energy sector experience, with knowledge of utility regulations and commercial transactions.

• Previous work in state regulatory proceedings and FERC matters.

• Experience negotiating power purchase agreements, build-transfer agreements, and interconnection agreements.

• Bar admission in Oregon, Washington, California, Utah, Idaho, or Wyoming.

• Background in both law firm and corporate legal environments.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Base salary of $176,300 - $207,500.

• Bonus eligibility.

• Full benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans.

• Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates.

• Travel reimbursement for interviews.

Why Join Us?

This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned legal professional to play a key role in a leading energy company, advising on high-impact regulatory and transactional matters. If you have expertise in energy law, regulatory compliance, and contract negotiations, we encourage you to apply.