Nursing Research Scientist

**Position Title:** ------------------- Nursing Research Scientist **Department:** --------------- Nursing Administration **Job Description:** -------------------- **_New to OU Health?  Ask your recruiter about our competitive total rewards package, including a possible sign-on bonus and relocation assistance if you are located outside of 100 miles!_** The Nurse Scientist leads a strategic program of nursing research designed to improve patient outcomes and cultivate a culture of inquiry across the nursing workforce. This role provides scientific leadership, mentorship, and collaborative support for research, evidence-based practice (EBP) initiatives, and scholarly dissemination. The Nurse Scientist partners with nursing leadership, academic institutions, and system stakeholders to advance high-quality research, support student and employee development, and align scholarly work with organizational priorities. **Essential Responsibilities** _Responsibilities listed in this section are core to the position.  Inability to perform these responsibilities, with or without an accommodation, may result in disqualification from the position._  * Lead a coordinated program of nursing research that advances patient outcomes and strengthens a culture of inquiry. * Maintain expertise in research methods, EBP frameworks, data analysis, and scholarly dissemination. * Ensure all research activities comply with ethical, legal, regulatory, and institutional standards. * Promote integration of research findings into clinical practice and student learning experiences. * Serve as a scientific mentor for undergraduate and graduate nursing students. * Provide individualized coaching on research design, project execution, and scholarly writing. * Support students and employees in navigating IRB processes, data collection, and analysis. * Foster confidence and competence in presenting and publishing scholarly work. * Partner with nursing leadership, academic institutions, and system departments to support research priorities. * Communicate project status, risks, outcomes, and recommendations to stakeholders. * Build and maintain relationships with universities, research offices, and professional organizations. * Participate in committees, taskforces, and collaborative initiatives that support research and student development. * Promote dissemination of student and departmental research through publications and conference presentations. * Support manuscript preparation, abstract development, and submission processes. * Encourage and model scholarly productivity aligned with organizational goals. * Promote, develop, and support OU Health Nursing’s digital presence and engagement within various internal and external media platforms. **General Job Duties** * Performs other duties as assigned **Minimum Qualifications** **Education:** Doctorate in Nursing (PhD, DNP, or equivalent) required **Experience:** 5 years of RN experience required Demonstrated expertise in nursing research, EBP, and scholarly dissemination Experience mentoring students or early‑career nurses **Certification/License/Registration:** Active RN License Certified Nursing Professional Development - American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) #cb **Current OU Health Employees - Please click** [HERE](https://wd5.myworkday.com/oumedicine/login.htmld) **to login.** --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- **OU Health is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including PTO, 401(k), medical and dental plans, and many more. We know that a total benefits and compensation package, designed to meet your specific needs both inside and outside of the work environment, create peace of mind for you and your family.** ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------