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Neonatal Nurse Practitioner

Carmichael, CA · On-site

$73.84 - $116.67/hr

Job Summary and Responsibilities As our Per Diem NICU Nurse Practitioner (NP), you will help high ... based practice through research. You will be expected to perform comprehensive physical ...

Neonatal Nurse Practitioner

Austin, TX · On-site

$118K - $155K/yr

Robust NICU surgical services offered, with award-winning community prenatal consultation and ... research, policy development, and leadership as part of our team. Practice coverage includes: * St.

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How much do neonatal research jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 3, 2026, the average yearly pay for neonatal research in the United States is $99,840.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $83,000.00 and $115,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is neonatal research?

A Neonatal Research job involves studying the health and development of newborns, particularly those born prematurely or with medical conditions. Researchers work to improve neonatal care by conducting clinical trials, analyzing data, and developing new treatments or technologies. This role typically involves collaboration with healthcare professionals, scientists, and institutions to advance neonatal medicine. It may include both laboratory research and clinical studies in hospitals or research centers.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in neonatal research?

To thrive in Neonatal Research, you need a strong background in neonatal medicine, clinical research methodologies, and data analysis, often supported by an advanced degree in medicine, nursing, or a related field. Familiarity with statistical software, laboratory equipment, and certifications in Good Clinical Practice (GCP) are critical. Excellent communication, problem-solving skills, and attention to detail are vital soft skills that help researchers collaborate within multidisciplinary teams and manage sensitive clinical data. These competencies ensure high-quality research outcomes, ethical standards, and impactful advancements in neonatal care.

What is a typical work environment and daily routine for someone working in neonatal research?

Professionals in Neonatal Research often split their time between clinical settings, such as neonatal intensive care units (NICUs), and research laboratories or offices. Daily responsibilities may include patient data collection, coordinating clinical trials, analyzing findings, and collaborating with neonatologists, nurses, and other healthcare specialists. The role may also involve preparing research protocols, submitting regulatory documents, and presenting findings at meetings or conferences. Teamwork and communication are a regular part of the job, as many studies are cross-disciplinary and require close coordination to ensure scientific rigor and patient safety.

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Infographic showing various Neonatal Research job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 1% As Needed, 84% Full Time, 11% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 84% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $99,840 per year, or $48 per hour.

Registered Nurse - NICU - Temporary Per Diem Research Nurse

Hackensack Meridian Health

Neptune, NJ • On-site

$45.14/hr

Per diem

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 23 days ago


Hackensack Meridian Health rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 362 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

135th of 898 rated healthcare providers


Job description

Overview
Our team members are the heart of what makes us better. At Hackensack Meridian Health we help our patients live better, healthier lives - and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are team members. Here, competitive benefits are just the beginning. It's also about how we support one another and how we show up for our community. Together, we keep getting better - advancing our mission to transform healthcare and serve as a leader of positive change.
We invite you to listen to a message from our CNO who shares what it's like to be part of Team HMH at Jersey Shore University Medical Center:
Responsibilities
Job Summary:
The Registered Nurse - NICU - Temporary Per Diem Research Nurse is responsible for coordinating and overseeing clinical research operations for the New Jersey Health Foundation grant-funded project (ID PC204-26). The clinical research nurse participates in assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating discharge-related tasks in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at JSUMC, in conjunction with the Principal Investigator.The Clinical Research Nurse carries out the research related tasks and works under the general supervision of the principal investigator responsible for this clinical research study. This person will work closely with the medical team providers, the principal investigator of the grant and infant caregivers. This position requires a balance between effective communication skills, organization and clinical knowledge of NICU discharge requirements and processes.
Essential Job Functions:
- Support the principal investigator (PI) by examining the clinical study protocol, reaching out to NICU families, and coordinating with the service personnel who provide care to NICU families throughout the study timeframe.
- Collaborate with the PI to design, establish, and maintain a shared data tracking instrument and documentation form for families identified and contacted for study enrollment
- Attain required CITI Research certification to ensure full compliance with the standards established by the Institutional Review Board (IRB)
- Work alongside the PI to define and clarify research-specific NICU discharge procedures and outline the precise role of the NICU Discharge Liaison for enrolled parents.
- Screen, evaluate, and recruit potential study candidates; support the investigator with the informed consent process to verify that participants understand the study, and secure written informed consent from parents.
- Obtain written informed consent from participating discharging NICU nurses and address any inquiries they have regarding the research study.
- Administer the final study surveys via REDCap on the day of discharge to both parent and discharging NICU nurse participants.
- Monitor data by reviewing participant utilization of the REDCap discharge checklist and educational resources library.
- Initialize account access setup within the REDCap system for study activities.
- Conduct medical record reviews for prospective candidates, gathering medical histories and populating study data into REDCap in accordance with protocol guidelines.
- Maintain precise, thorough, and current documentation for every patient enrolled in the clinical research study.
- Oversee and coordinate study operations, ensuring effective communication flows between caregivers, the medical team, and the discharge team.
- Participate in research meeting sessions pertaining to this study as determined by PI
- Adheres to HMH Organizational competencies and standards of behavior.
Qualifications
  • Current and valid New Jersey Nursing license required
  • BLS/CPR certification by American Heart Association is required within 60 days of hire
  • A minimum of two years of NICU nursing experience required
  • BSN in progress and/or willing to acquire within three (3) years of hire
  • Strong attention to detail and customer service focus is required.
  • Excellent communication, organizational, presentation, documentation, and interpersonal skills are required.
  • Ability to work independently, or in a team, and handle multiple deadline driven tasks in a dynamic environment is essential.
  • Proficient computer skills that include but are not limited to Google Suite and RedCAp platforms.
  • Review and comply with all relevant HMH and Business Unit policies and procedures, and local, state, and Federal laws and regulations.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Proactive, resourceful and reliable
  • Spanish and English speaking desirable

If you feel that the above description speaks directly to your strengths and capabilities, then please apply today!
Starting Minimum Rate
Minimum rate of $45.14 Hourly
Job Posting Disclosure
HMH is committed to pay equity and transparency for our team members. The posted rate of pay in this job posting is a reasonable good faith estimate of the minimum base pay for this role at the time of posting in accordance with the New Jersey Pay Transparency Act and does not reflect the full value of our market-competitive total rewards package.
The starting rate of pay is provided for informational purposes only and is not a guarantee of a specific offer. Posted hourly rates may be stated as an annual salary in the offer and posted annual salaries may be stated as an hourly rate in the offer, depending on the level and nature of the job duties and credentials of the candidate. The base compensation determined at the time of the offer may be different than the posted rate of pay based on a number of non-discriminatory factors, including but not limited to:
Labor Market Data: Compensation is benchmarked against market data to ensure competitiveness.
Experience: Years of relevant work experience.
Education and Certifications: Level of education attained, including specialized certifications, credentials, completed apprenticeship programs or advanced training.
Skills: Demonstrated proficiency in relevant skills and competencies.
Geographic Location: Cost of living and market rates for the specific location.
Internal Equity: Compensation is determined in a manner consistent with compensation ranges for similar roles within the organization.
Budget and Grant Funding: Departmental budgets and any grant funding associated with the job position may impact the pay that can be offered.
Some jobs may also be eligible for performance-based incentives, bonuses, or commissions not reflected in the starting rate. Certain positions may also be eligible for shift differentials for work performed on evening, night, or weekend shifts.
In addition to our compensation for full-time and part-time (20+ hours/week) job positions, HMH offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and retirement benefits.

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