Clinical Research Assistant Jobs in Atlanta, GA
Clinical Research Assistant jobs in Atlanta are concentrated in Midtown, Buckhead, and the Emory/Decatur corridor, with strong demand across academic medical centers, biotech firms, and contract research organizations. Employers actively hiring include Emory University, IQVIA, and OrganOx. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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About Us:
Each of CenExel’s research sites specialize in Phase I to Phase IV clinical trials. Our Centers of Excellence comprise some of the most well respected and long-standing research facilities in the country. Specialty areas of research across our sites include Psychiatry, Acute Post Op Pain, Asian Bridging, Dermatology, GI, and Neurology. Each of our Centers of Excellence has tremendous experience and expertise in complex early phase trials, and all our sites have in-patient capability. We focus on quality people, teamwork, and highly experienced clinical research managers with a history of success.
Along with an exceptional work environment that promotes teamwork, positive leadership, and optimal work-life balance, CenExel Clinical Research also provides highly competitive compensation and a generous benefits package to full time employees after 30 days of employment including Health Insurance, Dental, Vision, LTD, STD, Life Ins, and 401k.
Job Summary:
Responsible for coordinating all aspects of clinical trials with the strictest adherence to ICH (International Conference on Harmonization), GCP (Good Clinical Practices), protocol, and company guidelines, regulations, and policies.
Essential Responsibilities and Duties:
- Under supervision, coordinates aspects of patient involvement for complex and/or multiple studies from study initiation until study completion.
- Organizes research information for clinical trials.
- Observes subjects and assists with data analysis and reporting.
- Schedules the collection of data.
- Reviews, and reports adverse events, protocol deviations, and other unanticipated problems appropriately.
- Monitors, and reports research data to maintain quality and compliance.
- Performs administrative and regulatory duties related to the study as appropriate.
- Participates in other protocol development activities.
- Ensures site receives accurate information and supplies from sponsors (i.e.: source, protocol, scales, supplies, approvals, contacts, etc.)
- Educates potential participants and caregivers on protocol specific details and expectations.
- Performs safety and efficacy assessments per protocol (vital signs, EKGs, blood draws and other assessments as assigned).
- Assists Clinical Trial Manager (CTM) with oversight of vendors, accounting, regulatory, client satisfaction, recruitment, quality, and trial outcomes.
- Assists the CTM in planning, creating processes, trainings and development of staff.
- Assumes other duties and responsibilities as assigned. The above responsibilities are a general description of the level and nature of the work assigned to this classification and are not to be considered as all inclusive.
Education/Experience/Skills:
- Must have proper experience and demonstrate mastery of Clinical Research Coordinator I position.
- High school graduate or equivalent; Bachelors Degree, preferred
- CCRC certification preferred
- 2-3 years of experience in the medical field, preferred
- Knowledge and understanding of Federal regulations protecting human subjects in research and that govern the conduct of clinical trials.
- Strong leadership and mentorship skills.
- Developing and maintaining effective working relationships at all levels of the organization, along with those at the sponsor and vendor level.
- Crisis management and problem solving skills; ability to react calmly and effectively in emergent situations.
- Works independently as well as functioning as part of a team.
- Must be able to effectively communicate verbally and in writing.
Working Conditions
- Indoor, Office environment.
- Shift work, depending on location.
- Essential physical requirements include sitting, typing, standing, and walking.
- Lightly active position, occasional lifting of up to 20 pounds.
- Reporting to work, as scheduled, is essential.
- Overnight travel may be required for training and/or investigative meetings.
CenExel Clinical Research is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or status.
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
About Us:
Each of CenExel’s research sites specialize in Phase I to Phase IV clinical trials. Our Centers of Excellence comprise some of the most well respected and long-standing research facilities in the country. Specialty areas of research across our sites include Psychiatry, Acute Post Op Pain, Asian Bridging, Dermatology, GI, and Neurology. Each of our Centers of Excellence has tremendous experience and expertise in complex early phase trials, and all our sites have in-patient capability. We focus on quality people, teamwork, and highly experienced clinical research managers with a history of success.
Along with an exceptional work environment that promotes teamwork, positive leadership, and optimal work-life balance, CenExel Clinical Research also provides highly competitive compensation and a generous benefits package to full time employees after 30 days of employment including Health Insurance, Dental, Vision, LTD, STD, Life Ins, and 401k.
Job Summary:
Responsible for coordinating all aspects of clinical trials with the strictest adherence to ICH (International Conference on Harmonization), GCP (Good Clinical Practices), protocol, and company guidelines, regulations, and policies.
Essential Responsibilities and Duties:
- Under supervision, coordinates aspects of patient involvement for complex and/or multiple studies from study initiation until study completion.
- Organizes research information for clinical trials.
- Observes subjects and assists with data analysis and reporting.
- Schedules the collection of data.
- Reviews, and reports adverse events, protocol deviations, and other unanticipated problems appropriately.
- Monitors, and reports research data to maintain quality and compliance.
- Performs administrative and regulatory duties related to the study as appropriate.
- Participates in other protocol development activities.
- Ensures site receives accurate information and supplies from sponsors (i.e.: source, protocol, scales, supplies, approvals, contacts, etc.)
- Educates potential participants and caregivers on protocol specific details and expectations.
- Performs safety and efficacy assessments per protocol (vital signs, EKGs, blood draws and other assessments as assigned).
- Assists Clinical Trial Manager (CTM) with oversight of vendors, accounting, regulatory, client satisfaction, recruitment, quality, and trial outcomes.
- Assists the CTM in planning, creating processes, trainings and development of staff.
- Assumes other duties and responsibilities as assigned. The above responsibilities are a general description of the level and nature of the work assigned to this classification and are not to be considered as all inclusive.
Education/Experience/Skills:
- Must have proper experience and demonstrate mastery of Clinical Research Coordinator I position.
- High school graduate or equivalent; Bachelors Degree, preferred
- CCRC certification preferred
- 2-3 years of experience in the medical field, preferred
- Knowledge and understanding of Federal regulations protecting human subjects in research and that govern the conduct of clinical trials.
- Strong leadership and mentorship skills.
- Developing and maintaining effective working relationships at all levels of the organization, along with those at the sponsor and vendor level.
- Crisis management and problem solving skills; ability to react calmly and effectively in emergent situations.
- Works independently as well as functioning as part of a team.
- Must be able to effectively communicate verbally and in writing.
Working Conditions
- Indoor, Office environment.
- Shift work, depending on location.
- Essential physical requirements include sitting, typing, standing, and walking.
- Lightly active position, occasional lifting of up to 20 pounds.
- Reporting to work, as scheduled, is essential.
- Overnight travel may be required for training and/or investigative meetings.
CenExel Clinical Research is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or status.
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
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Who's Hiring
- Emory University33
- IQVIA2
- OrganOx2
- United Digestive2
- Thermo Fisher Scientific2
Top Industries Hiring
- Education
Clinical Research Assistant Jobs in Atlanta: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a clinical research assistant job in Atlanta?
The strongest path into Atlanta's clinical research market is targeting the academic medical centers clustered along the Emory corridor and the contract research organizations headquartered in Midtown and Buckhead. Candidates with hands-on experience in clinical trials, GCP certification, or familiarity with electronic data capture systems stand out. Volunteering or interning through Emory's research programs or Grady Memorial Hospital is a common local entry point.
Which companies hire clinical research assistants in Atlanta?
Companies currently hiring clinical research assistants in Atlanta include Emory University, IQVIA, and OrganOx, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Atlanta's mix of university-affiliated health systems, CROs, and growing biotech companies means openings appear across both large institutions and smaller specialty research firms.
Are there remote clinical research assistant jobs in Atlanta?
Yes, though with limits: hands-on trial coordination and on-site patient interaction are rarely remote, while data entry, regulatory submissions, and study coordination support can be done off-site. About 61% of clinical research assistant openings tied to Atlanta are remote or hybrid as of November 2026. Biotech firms and CROs in Midtown tend to offer the most hybrid flexibility for administrative and data-focused functions.
How can I get a clinical research assistant job in Atlanta with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path in Atlanta is applying for research coordinator or clinical trials assistant roles at Emory University Hospital, Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, or local CROs that routinely hire entry-level candidates for data and administrative support functions. A Good Clinical Practice certification and any exposure to IRB processes, even through coursework, gives candidates a measurable edge over applicants with no research background.
Which industries hire the most clinical research assistants in Atlanta?
Atlanta clinical research assistant roles concentrate in Education, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Atlanta's dense network of academic medical centers, CDC proximity, and a growing biotech corridor anchored in Midtown and Decatur drive consistent demand across those sectors.
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