Clinical Trials Patient Liaison

JOB SUMMARY

The Clinical Trials Patient Liaison plays a vital role in identifying eligible patients for oncology clinical trials and supporting them throughout the research process. Serving as a bridge between patients, healthcare providers, and clinical research teams, the liaison provides education to ensure patients understand their treatment options in relation to a clinical trial, as well as potential benefits or risks of their participation. By offering continuous support to patients and their families, the liaison helps to enhance both trial participation and retention.

Huntsman Cancer Institute is committed to cancer prevention, care, and survivorship for all communities within the area we serve – which includes Idaho, Montana, Nevada, Utah, and Wyoming – with impact worldwide.

In your cover letter or during your interview process, we invite you to share how your professional experiences have prepared you to serve as a member of our team as we work to reduce the cancer burden experienced by all people and communities. This may include description of your prior experiences related to research, prevention, clinical care, community engagement/outreach, training, administration, or other areas relevant to Huntsman Cancer Institute’s mission and this position.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing, Healthcare Administration, Social Work, or a related field.
• Previous experience in oncology, clinical research, or patient navigation.
• Strong knowledge of clinical trial processes, IRB requirements, and informed consent procedures.
• Excellent communication, counseling, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams.
• Proficiency in medical terminology, EMR systems, and clinical trial databases.
• Certification as an Oncology Patient Navigator (preferred but not required).

RESPONSIBILITIES

Coordination & Communication

• Serve as the primary point of contact for patients during treatment planning stage.
• Act as a liaison between patients, research teams, and healthcare providers.
• Ensure timely documentation and communication of patient status and concerns with the care team.

Data Management & Compliance

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records and track clinical trial screening and participation.
• Ensure compliance with institutional, state, and federal regulations (HIPAA, FDA, IRB).
• Support quality assurance efforts by tracking patient retention, barriers to enrollment, and trial outcomes.
• Stay updated on clinical trial policies and best practices through training programs.

Work Environment & Schedule

• This role primarily operates in a hospital, cancer center, or research facility setting.
• Some travel may be required for patient support and outreach.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00 - $67,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Medical Specialty:

• Hematology
• Oncology

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Clinical trials: 2 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Salt Lake City, UT 84112 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Salt Lake City, UT 84112: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $60,000 - $67,000