Clinical Research Assistant Jobs in Delaware
Clinical Research Assistant jobs in Delaware are concentrated in Wilmington, Newark, and the greater New Castle County corridor, where AstraZeneca, Christiana Care Health System, and Nemours Children's Health anchor a dense clinical and pharmaceutical research ecosystem. Demand is strongest in oncology trials, cardiovascular research, and pediatric studies, reflecting the specialties of Delaware's largest research institutions. Openings appear at every level from entry-level coordinator roles to senior research assistant positions managing multi-site protocols. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Nemours is seeking a Clinical Research Technologist I to join our team in Wilmington, DE.
The Clinical Research Technologist I position is a research role in the Nemours Biobank and Molecular Analysis Program that primarily supports the Lung Health Cohort (LHC) study funded by the National Institutes of Health. This individual will manage receipt and storage of biospecimens from the (LHC) American Lung Association Airways Clinical Research Center network (ALA-ACRC) sites and other ALA-ACRC studies as required. Also manages shipment of biospecimens to investigators from the biobank. Maintains both handwritten and computerized records of specimens received and shipped. Prepares reports including budgets, and other regulatory documents. Ability to multi-task is essential. Experience with computer databases preferred.
Responsibilities include:
1. Receives biospecimens from the LHC collection sites into the ALA-ACRC biorepository housed at Nemours Biobank and Molecular Analysis Program (BMAP), which includes tracking incoming shipments, accepting shipments, cataloging shipment biospecimens, completing paperwork and computer entry related to acquisition.
2. Prepares biospecimens for shipment from the ALA-ACRC biorepository to ACRC investigators under an approved protocol. Communicates with and tracks shipments to the recipient site. Catalogues biospecimens shipped, completing paperwork and computer entry related to shipment.
3. Prepares reports of biospecimens received and shipped as requested.
4. Prepares budgets, material transfer agreements, and other regulatory documents, and coordinates shared email in baskets.
4. Develops SOPs with assistance of BMAP leadership, Laboratory Manager, and ALA-ACRC Nemours investigators.
5. Order necessary supplies as requested by BMAP leadership, Laboratory Manager, and ALA-ACRC Nemours investigators.
Requirements:
Bachelor's degree or MT with equivalent experience
Knowledge of Q.C and Q.A as applied to clinical diagnostic testing
Experience with clinical lab procedures required of a CAP and/or CLIA certified laboratory
1-3 years experience required
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Nemours is seeking a Clinical Research Technologist I to join our team in Wilmington, DE.
The Clinical Research Technologist I position is a research role in the Nemours Biobank and Molecular Analysis Program that primarily supports the Lung Health Cohort (LHC) study funded by the National Institutes of Health. This individual will manage receipt and storage of biospecimens from the (LHC) American Lung Association Airways Clinical Research Center network (ALA-ACRC) sites and other ALA-ACRC studies as required. Also manages shipment of biospecimens to investigators from the biobank. Maintains both handwritten and computerized records of specimens received and shipped. Prepares reports including budgets, and other regulatory documents. Ability to multi-task is essential. Experience with computer databases preferred.
Responsibilities include:
1. Receives biospecimens from the LHC collection sites into the ALA-ACRC biorepository housed at Nemours Biobank and Molecular Analysis Program (BMAP), which includes tracking incoming shipments, accepting shipments, cataloging shipment biospecimens, completing paperwork and computer entry related to acquisition.
2. Prepares biospecimens for shipment from the ALA-ACRC biorepository to ACRC investigators under an approved protocol. Communicates with and tracks shipments to the recipient site. Catalogues biospecimens shipped, completing paperwork and computer entry related to shipment.
3. Prepares reports of biospecimens received and shipped as requested.
4. Prepares budgets, material transfer agreements, and other regulatory documents, and coordinates shared email in baskets.
4. Develops SOPs with assistance of BMAP leadership, Laboratory Manager, and ALA-ACRC Nemours investigators.
5. Order necessary supplies as requested by BMAP leadership, Laboratory Manager, and ALA-ACRC Nemours investigators.
Requirements:
Bachelor's degree or MT with equivalent experience
Knowledge of Q.C and Q.A as applied to clinical diagnostic testing
Experience with clinical lab procedures required of a CAP and/or CLIA certified laboratory
1-3 years experience required
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What Delaware Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in clinical research assistant jobs across Delaware.
- Bachelor's degree in a life sciences, biology, or health-related field required
- Experience with clinical trial protocols, GCP guidelines, and regulatory documentation
- Proficiency in electronic data capture systems such as REDCap or Medidata Rave
- Strong attention to detail for maintaining accurate case report forms and source documents
- Ability to obtain and maintain CITI Program certification in human subjects research
- Excellent organizational skills to coordinate participant scheduling and study visits
Clinical Research Assistant Jobs in Delaware: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a clinical research assistant in Delaware?
A bachelor's degree in biology, public health, nursing, or a related life science is the standard entry point for clinical research assistant roles in Delaware. Delaware does not require a state-issued license specific to clinical research, but employers across Wilmington and Newark strongly prefer candidates who hold or are working toward CITI Program certification in Good Clinical Practice. Many roles at Delaware's pharmaceutical and hospital employers also expect familiarity with FDA regulations governing clinical trials.
Which companies hire clinical research assistants in Delaware?
Companies currently hiring clinical research assistants in Delaware include Nemours Children's Health, Incyte Corporation, and AstraZeneca, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Delaware's concentration of major pharmaceutical headquarters and academic medical centers makes it one of the more active markets for clinical research hiring on the East Coast.
Which Delaware cities have the most clinical research assistant jobs?
Wilmington account for the largest share of clinical research assistant openings in Delaware. Wilmington leads because of the pharmaceutical and biotech companies headquartered there, while Newark benefits from its proximity to the University of Delaware and Christiana Care's main campus, and smaller suburban markets see consistent openings tied to satellite research sites and specialty clinics.
How can I get hired as a clinical research assistant in Delaware with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for clinical research coordinator trainee or research associate roles at Christiana Care Health System or Nemours Children's Health, both of which periodically hire candidates directly from degree programs and provide structured onboarding in GCP and trial operations. Lateral moves from phlebotomy, medical assisting, or EMT roles are common at Delaware's hospital-based research programs. Completing CITI Program certification before applying gives entry-level candidates a concrete credential that distinguishes them from other new applicants.
Where can I find and apply to clinical research assistant jobs in Delaware?
You can find and apply to clinical research assistant jobs in Delaware on Migrate Mate, which lists current Delaware openings. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your background and target location, and apply directly to the positions that fit.
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