Clinical Project Manager Jobs in Illinois
Clinical Project Manager jobs in Illinois are in strong demand, with openings concentrated in pharmaceutical development, medical device manufacturing, contract research, and academic medical centers, and roles available from entry-level coordinators through senior and principal-level managers. Chicago anchors the bulk of hiring, alongside the suburban corridor stretching through Deerfield and Lake County, where established employers like AbbVie, Takeda, and Northwestern Medicine maintain deep clinical operations teams. The most sought-after specialties in Illinois include oncology trial management, regulatory affairs-aligned project oversight, and Phase II-IV trial coordination. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Hourly Pay Range:
$43.69 - $67.72 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors.Position Highlights:
- Position: Clinical Nurse Supervisor
- Location: LOH Main- Naperville
- Full Time
- Hours: PM's 3pm-11pm
What you will do:
Regularly performs duties of professional nurse which includes assessing patients' condition, developing and administrating patient plan of care, documenting care administered, and evaluating patient care outcomes greater than fifty percent of the time.
Assists in overseeing and supervising specific unit personnel in order to ensure effective, cost efficient and safe provision of nursing care in accordance with established standards.
Coordinates and insures timely patient placement within unit.
Authorizes overtime for direct patient care needs.
Oversees work flows to ensure timely patient admission and discharge.
Works on routine unit-based projects as assigned by the Manager.
Oversees staff in planning and implementing delivery of patient care according to identified patient needs, collaborates with the medical staff in communicating and coordinating patient care. Utilizes knowledge and skills of unit and department resource personnel in planning and implementing care and resolving complex patient care problems.
Assists in hiring, orienting, training, evaluating the performances of and, when necessary, disciplining department personnel. Provides direction, as necessary, to staff regarding sensitive and/or complex work, related problems, resolves complaints and responds to inquiries regarding department operations.
What you will need:
Required Education and/or Experience:
- Baccalaureate Degree or higher in Nursing – (Incumbents hired after September 2011)
- Demonstrates problem solving, conflict management, and customer services skills to serve as role model and change agent for corporate and unit based initiatives
Preferred Education and/or Experience:
- Previous charge nurse experience
- Minimum of three years behavioral health experience
Required License and/or Certification:
- Current State of Illinois Registered Nurse license
- CPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention) certification within 90 days of hire
Benefits (For full time or part time positions):
- Premium pay such as shift, on call, holiday and more based on an employee’s job
- Incentive pay for select positions
- Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
- Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development
- Various Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision options
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Free Parking
- Wellness Program Savings Plan
- Health Savings Account Options
- Retirement Options with Company Match
- Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
- Community Involvement Opportunities
Endeavor Health is a fully integrated healthcare delivery system committed to providing access to quality, vibrant, community-connected care, serving an area of more than 4.2 million residents across six northeast Illinois counties. Our more than 25,000 team members and more than 6,000 physicians aim to deliver transformative patient experiences and expert care close to home across more than 300 ambulatory locations and eight acute care hospitals – Edward (Naperville), Elmhurst, Evanston, Glenbrook (Glenview), Highland Park, Northwest Community (Arlington Heights) Skokie and Swedish (Chicago) – all recognized as Magnet hospitals for nursing excellence. For more information, visit www.endeavorhealth.org.
When you work for Endeavor Health, you will be part of an organization that encourages its employees to achieve career goals and maximize their professional potential.
Please explore our website (www.endeavorhealth.org) to better understand how Endeavor Health delivers on its mission to “help everyone in our communities be their best”.
Endeavor Health is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Please refer to the main career page for more information.
At Endeavor Health, we are united by a shared commitment to working together to create a culture of connection and belonging—each of us bringing different skills and experiences as we deliver safe, seamless, and personal care. Every person, every time. We are committed to fostering an environment where all team members can be their best, learn, and pursue excellence together.
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What Illinois Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in clinical project manager jobs across Illinois.
- Bachelor's degree in life sciences, nursing, or a related clinical field required
- PMP or CAPM certification preferred or required by most Illinois employers
- Minimum two to five years of clinical trial or research project management experience
- Proficiency with clinical trial management systems such as Veeva Vault or Medidata Rave
- Working knowledge of ICH-GCP guidelines and FDA regulatory requirements
- Strong stakeholder communication skills for cross-functional site and vendor coordination
Clinical Project Manager Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a clinical project manager in Illinois?
The most direct path is a bachelor's degree in a life science, nursing, or health administration field followed by experience in clinical research coordination or trial operations. Illinois does not require a state-issued license specific to clinical project managers, but employers strongly favor candidates who hold the Project Management Professional credential through the Project Management Institute or the Clinical Research Associate certification through the Association of Clinical Research Professionals. Building experience within Illinois's large academic medical centers or CROs accelerates the transition into a full project management role.
How much do clinical project managers make in Illinois?
Clinical project managers in Illinois earn a median of about $103,470 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $65,300 for the lowest 10% to over $163,910 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire clinical project managers in Illinois?
Employers hiring clinical project managers in Illinois right now include Endeavor Health, Humboldt Park Health, and Advocate Aurora Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Illinois's concentration of global pharmaceutical headquarters, contract research organizations, and major academic health systems means the hiring pipeline is consistently active, particularly in the northern suburbs and the Chicago medical district.
Which Illinois cities have the most clinical project manager jobs?
Chicago, Illinois, and Naperville have the most clinical project manager openings in Illinois. Chicago leads because of its academic medical centers, hospital networks, and regional CRO offices, while the Lake County and North Shore suburbs draw significant volume from pharmaceutical and biotech headquarters such as AbbVie and Takeda that run large global clinical teams from those locations.
Are there remote clinical project manager jobs in Illinois?
Yes, and more than most clinical roles. Because clinical project managers handle trial oversight, vendor coordination, and documentation rather than direct patient care, a meaningful share of the work can be done remotely. About 100% of clinical project manager openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting the desk-based and digital nature of much of the role. Site monitoring responsibilities and sponsor kick-off meetings still pull many positions toward hybrid schedules.
How can I get hired as a clinical project manager in Illinois with little or no experience?
Starting as a clinical research coordinator or trial assistant is the most realistic entry point, and Illinois offers strong opportunities through Northwestern Medicine, Rush University Medical Center, and the University of Chicago Medicine, all of which run structured research programs that bring in coordinators at the associate level. Earning a Clinical Research Coordinator credential early and volunteering on IRB-approved studies through Illinois academic institutions builds the portfolio that Illinois hiring managers look for when promoting into project management roles.
Where can I find and apply to clinical project manager jobs in Illinois?
You can find and apply to clinical project manager jobs in Illinois on Migrate Mate, which lists current Illinois openings across pharmaceutical companies, contract research organizations, hospital systems, and medical device firms. Find the roles that fit your experience and specialization and apply directly from the listings below.
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