Research Nurse (LPN Or RN)

  • Actalent
  • Madison, Wisconsin
  • Full Time

Research Nurse (RN or LPN)

Schedule: Rotating shifts (1st, 2nd, 3rd) + every other weekend

  • 1st Shift: 5:00 AM - 7:00 AM start
  • 2nd Shift: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM start
  • 3rd Shift: 10:00 PM - 12:00 AM start
  • Schedules are finalized 2-3 weeks in advance

Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct study unit activities in support of Phase 1 clinical trials

  • Ensure the safety, rights, and well-being of all study participants

  • Facilitate and continuously support the Informed Consent (ICF) process, providing clear education on study procedures

  • Enroll participants into clinical trials and guide them throughout the study

  • Perform clinical assessments to monitor participant health and identify adverse events

  • Accurately document adverse events and escalate appropriately

  • Perform study-related procedures, including:

  • Cannulation

  • Venipuncture

  • Vital signs collection

  • ECGs, telemetry, and Holter monitoring

  • Collect, process, and handle biological samples per protocol and SOPs

  • Maintain timely, accurate, and compliant documentation

  • Transcribe source data into Case Report Forms (CRFs)

Required Qualifications

Active Wisconsin RN or LPN license (required)

Must have minimum 1 year of nursing experience in a patient-facing setting

MUST Hold CPR or ACLS certifications

Ability to work rotating shifts, including nights and weekends

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of MADISON, WI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $39.00/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 MADISON,WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 9, 2026.

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 process due to a disability, please email ... for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

Job ID: 523177595
Originally Posted on: 6/1/2026

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