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Research Nurse Specialist

Guidehouse

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Research Nurse Specialist with Guidehouse in MD, Bethesda, paying $98,000–$163,000 a year ($47.12–$78.37 an hour). Posted May 2, 2026.

Pay
$98,000–$163,000 a year ($47.12–$78.37 an hour)
Location
MD, Bethesda
Employment type
Full-time
Employer
Guidehouse (government contractor)
Posted
May 2, 2026
Who can apply
Public Trust clearance required

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Job Description

Job Family
:
Nurse
Travel Required
:
None
Clearance Required
:
Ability to Obtain Public Trust
What You Will Do
:
We are currently searching for

a

skilled

Registered Nurse

with clinical research experience

to fill a

Research Nurse

Specialist

position

that will

meet

the overall

operational

objectives
of the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) through the provision of research support services
.

The

Research Nurse Specialist will

function within a team of clinical providers and research support staff to support the coordination and execution of NHLBI
's
research protocols

and

clinical trials

within

the specialty areas of

hematology
-oncology
, cardiology, pulmonary, sickle cell disease, vascular medicine, and cellular therapy
.

This is a full-time opportunity

located

in Bethesda, MD.

Work with a diverse clinical research team including physicians, advanced practice providers, patient care coordinators, protocol navigators, and data managers to support the coordination of

clinical

research studies
.

Coordinate clinical research activities to meet the

study

protocol requirements and manage the research participant's experience throughout the life cycle of a study.

Educate and
counsel
patients
participating
in research studies, including following up with patients in long-term studies.

Facilitate patient recruitment and enrollment into ongoing research studies.

Support compliance with protocol regulatory requirements.

Manage clinical research data and support data quality assurance.
What You Will Need
:
Bachelor
'
s

degree

in nursing

or related field

with at

least 4 years of nursing experience
.

Active, current license as a Registered Nurse in the United States, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, or a territory of the United States.

Minimum 2+ years of experience

in

a Research

setting
,

including

clinical

research

coordination
.

Must be able to obtain and maintain a Federal or DoD Public Trust. Candidates must receive approved adjudication of their Public Trust prior to onboarding with Guidehouse. Candidates with an active Public Trust or existing suitability are preferred.
What Would Be Nice To Have
:
Clinical Research certification preferred.

N
ursing experience in cardiology,

pulmonary
,

hematology
-
oncology
, vascular medicine, and/or sickle cell disease

preferred
.

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
.

Ability to adapt to fast-paced, high-acuity research environments
.

The annual salary range for this position is $98,000.00-$163,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.
What We Offer:
Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.
Benefits include:
Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
Parental Leave
401(k) Retirement Plan
Group Term Life and Travel Assistance
Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance
Health Savings Account, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Transit and Parking Commuter Benefits
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development, Certifications & Learning Opportunities
Employee Referral Program
Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
Care.com annual membership
Employee Assistance Program
Supplemental Benefits via Corestream (Critical Care, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Legal Assistance and ID theft protection, etc.)
Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
About Guidehouse
Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer-Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.
Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.
If you have visited our website for information about employment opportunities, or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Guidehouse Recruiting at 1-571-633-1711 or via email at
RecruitingAccommodation@guidehouse.com
. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodation.
All communication regarding recruitment for a Guidehouse position will be sent from Guidehouse email domains including @guidehouse.com or
guidehouse@myworkday.com
. Correspondence received by an applicant from any other domain should be considered unauthorized and will not be honored by Guidehouse. Note that Guidehouse will never charge a fee or require a money transfer at any stage of the recruitment process and does not collect fees from educational institutions for participation in a recruitment event. Never provide your banking information to a third party purporting to need that information to proceed in the hiring process.
If any person or organization demands money related to a job opportunity with Guidehouse, please report the matter to Guidehouse's Ethics Hotline. If you want to check the validity of correspondence you have received, please contact
recruiting@guidehouse.com
. Guidehouse is not responsible for losses incurred (monetary or otherwise) from an applicant's dealings with unauthorized third parties.
Guidehouse does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Guidehouse and Guidehouse will not be obligated to pay a placement fee.

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