Clinical Research Assistant Jobs in Maryland

Clinical Research Assistant jobs in Maryland are in strong demand, concentrated in academic medical centers, federal health agencies, and contract research organizations across the Baltimore-Washington corridor, with openings ranging from entry-level data collection roles to experienced regulatory and protocol coordination positions. Most hiring is clustered in Baltimore, Bethesda, and Rockville, where institutions like Johns Hopkins Medicine, NIH Clinical Center, and Covance maintain ongoing research programs that generate consistent openings. The most in-demand specialties are oncology trials, infectious disease studies, and regulatory data management. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles61
Top employerJohns Hopkins University
Top cityBaltimore, MD
Cities hiring13
Work type54% Hybrid
Top industryEducation

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Senior Research Associate (Clinical) - NIH
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Senior Research Associate (Clinical) - NIH
Global Solutions Network, Inc.
Bethesda, Maryland
Clinical Trials
Laboratory Research
Research & Academia
$78k - $149k/yr
Master's degree
11-50

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RN Clinical Research – PRN
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RN Clinical Research – PRN
EmVenio Research
Glen Burnie, Maryland
Program Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
CPR Certification
1,001-5,000

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Remote Registered Dietitian Clinical Research - PRN
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Remote Registered Dietitian Clinical Research - PRN
EmVenio Research
Millersville, Maryland
Biotech & Life Sciences
Clinical Trials
Healthcare Administration
Research & Academia
Remote (US)
Bachelor's degree
1,001-5,000

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Clinical Research Coordinator
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Clinical Research Coordinator
Axle
Rockville, Maryland
Clinical Trials & Medical Research
Healthcare Administration
Allied Health
Clinical Trials
Laboratory Science
$140k - $155k/yr
On-Site
None

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Research Associate I (Pre-Clinical)
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Research Associate I (Pre-Clinical)
The Geneva Foundation
Rockville, Maryland
Biotech & Life Sciences
Environmental & Physical Sciences
Laboratory Research
Research & Academia
$50k - $63k/yr
Bachelor's degree
201-500

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Clinical Research Assistant Jobs by City in Maryland

Where Maryland roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Rockville
5 jobs
Gaithersburg
2 jobs
Silver Spring
2 jobs
Clinton
1 job
Annapolis
1 job
Frederick
1 job
Beltsville
1 job

Clinical Research Assistant Job Market in Maryland

A snapshot from current Maryland openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Johns Hopkins University31
  • Axle3
  • Westat2
  • EmVenio Research2
  • Maryland Oncology2

Top Industries Hiring

  • Education11
  • Consulting & Professional Services2
  • Science & Research1
  • Staffing & Recruiting1
  • Government & Public Sector1

What Maryland Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in clinical research assistant jobs across Maryland.

  • Bachelor's degree in life sciences, public health, or a related field required
  • Completion of CITI Program human subjects research training or equivalent certification
  • Experience with clinical trial data entry, EDC systems, or source document verification
  • Knowledge of FDA regulations, ICH-GCP guidelines, and IRB submission processes
  • Proficiency with electronic medical records and clinical trial management software
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate regulatory binders and files

Clinical Research Assistant Jobs in Maryland: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a clinical research assistant in Maryland?

A bachelor's degree in a life science, nursing, public health, or related field is the standard entry point for clinical research assistant roles in Maryland. Maryland does not require a state-issued license specific to this role, but most employers expect completion of CITI Program human subjects research training before the start date. The Society of Clinical Research Associates offers the Certified Clinical Research Associate credential, which Maryland hiring managers at academic medical centers and contract research organizations increasingly treat as a competitive differentiator.

Which companies hire clinical research assistants in Maryland?

Maryland clinical research assistant roles are posted by Johns Hopkins University, Axle, and Westat and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Maryland's concentration of NIH-funded institutions, academic medical centers, and federal contractors in the Baltimore-Rockville corridor makes it one of the more active states for consistent, recurring clinical research assistant openings.

Which Maryland cities have the most clinical research assistant jobs?

Baltimore, Bethesda, and Rockville have the most clinical research assistant openings in Maryland. Baltimore anchors demand through its dense cluster of academic medical centers including Johns Hopkins and University of Maryland Medical System, while Bethesda and Rockville draw substantial hiring from NIH-affiliated programs and the contract research organizations headquartered along the I-270 corridor.

Are there remote clinical research assistant jobs in Maryland?

Yes, but they are limited, since most clinical research assistant work involves on-site patient contact, source document review, and direct interaction with investigational sites. About 71% of clinical research assistant openings tied to Maryland are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with those positions typically concentrated in regulatory affairs support, data entry coordination, and sponsor monitoring roles that do not require physical presence at the clinical site.

How can I get hired as a clinical research assistant in Maryland with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying to research coordinator trainee or clinical trials assistant postings at Maryland's large academic medical centers, which routinely hire candidates with a relevant degree but no direct trial experience. Johns Hopkins Medicine and the University of Maryland Medical System both run research internship and new-hire training tracks designed for early-career applicants. Moving laterally from a medical scribe, patient care technician, or clinical data entry role is a common route into the field. Completing CITI Program certification before applying and noting any coursework in biostatistics, research methods, or IRB procedures strengthens an entry-level application considerably.

Where can I find and apply to clinical research assistant jobs in Maryland?

You can find and apply to clinical research assistant jobs in Maryland on Migrate Mate, which lists current Maryland openings in one place. Search the listings, find roles that match your background and location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.

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