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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Responsibilities.
- Assist researchers develop, prepare internal research proposals, abstract submissions, poster presentations and manuscript drafts.
- Assist researchers develop protocol documentation including schemas, patient calendars and teaching aids.
- Assist researchers develop clinical research informed consent and other ethics and regulatory related documentation.
- Assist researchers collect, organize and maintain all study documentation to include investigator qualifications, trial logs, and safety reports.
- Assist researchers maintain accurate records of all protocols and study applications, safety reports, annual reports and correspondence.
- Assist researchers write and edit study protocols, and prepare amendments, reviews, reports, and other necessary forms.
- Maintain data files within multiple software systems, including computerized procurement reports and communication programs.
- Perform entry and cleanup of study of the questionnaire data in various databases, and conduct queries to answer researcher questions.
- Assist researchers track study requests and protocol approvals, maintaining a record of all submissions and status of approvals.
- Assist IRB administrator collect, review and maintain all IRB records.
- Assist researchers review and submit protocol actions for clearance within the NIH Protocol Tracking and Management System.
- Organize quality assurance activities with pertinent regulatory bodies such as the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), NIH, pharmaceuticals and others.
- Assist researchers prepare and communicate with IRB and NIH Clinical Center for protocol approval.
- Assist staff on onsite and offsite patient scheduling issues and processes, form preparation, etc.
- Assist researchers coordinate recruitment, scheduling, travel and admission of research study participants with clinical staff.
- Assist researchers screen study participants and document results of screenings.
- Develop internal research proposals, abstract submissions, poster presentations and manuscript drafts.
- Develop protocol documentation including schemas, patient calendars and teaching aids.
- Develop clinical research informed consent and other ethics and regulatory related documentation.
- Develop standard operating procedures (SOPs) for the clinical study.
- Prepare study reports and status updates, including amendments, audits and other administrative documentation.
- Prepare IND and IDE safety, clinical study reports and other regulatory correspondences, including initial submissions, information requests, amendments, and annual reports.
- Collect, organize and maintain all study documentation to include investigator qualifications, trial logs, and safety reports.
- Maintain accurate records of all protocols and study applications, safety reports, annual reports and correspondence.
- Write and edit study protocols, and amendments, reviews, reports, and other necessary forms.
- Coordinate with IRB administrator to collect, review and maintain all IRB records.
- Review and submit protocol actions for clearance within the NIH Protocol Tracking and Management System.
- Develop new and review completed protocol documentation including schemas, patient calendars and teaching aids.
- Coordinate with IRB administrator to collect, review and maintain all IRB records.
- Develop and submit protocol actions for clearance within the NIH Protocol Tracking and Management System.
- Conduct quality assurance activities in preparation for regulatory audits by FDA, NIH, pharmaceuticals and others.
- Communicate with IRB and NIH Clinical Center for protocol approval.
- Prepare and submit documentation for regulatory bodies in support of clinical trials.
- Review completed internal research proposals, abstract submissions, poster presentations and manuscript drafts and recommend changes.
- Maintain all study documentation to include investigator qualifications, trial logs, and safety reports and review for accuracy and completeness.
- Review records of all protocols and study applications, safety reports, annual reports and correspondence for accuracy and completeness.
- Review study protocols, and amendments, reviews, reports, and other necessary forms for accuracy and completeness.
- Maintain all regulatory trial documentation including maintaining a complete and up-to-date Regulatory Binder for each trial, documentation of investigator qualifications, trial logs and safety reports and review for accuracy and completeness.
- Coordinate with IRB administrator to collect, review and maintain all IRB records.
- Conduct quality assurance activities in preparation for regulatory audits by FDA, NIH, pharmaceuticals and others.
- Communicate with IRB and NIH Clinical Center for protocol approval.
- Coordinate education and guidance regarding research activities, procedures and standards for new staff members.
- Maintain documentation of clinical research training of staff.
- Educate research staff regarding relevant aspects of regulatory process including requirements of protocol development, conduct of research trials, regulatory change, IRB and FDA submission requirements, radiation safety requirements, ethics clearances, and technology transfer.
- Educate and train investigators in new protocol management systems; maintain a smooth flow in process for IRB submissions.
- Meet with investigators and advise them of the documentation and approvals they will need to initiate a clinical study based on the type, location and complexity of the proposal.
Qualifications.
- Master's degree in a related field.
- CITI certification
- Familiarity with Electronic Data Capture Systems
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Demonstrated experience with:
- Liaising with regulatory authorities
- Training clinical trial site staff
- Coordinating project meetings
- Previous clinical trial work
Benefits.
- Medical, Dental, & Vision Coverage
- Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
- 401K/Profit Sharing Plan
- Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare & Dependent Care)
- Pretax Parking & Transportation Plan
- Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Life & AD&D Insurance
- Professional Development/Education
- Employee Referral Bonuses
- Employee Discount Program
- Merit Bonuses
- Employee Assistance Program
- Travel Assistance Program
Global Solutions Network, Inc. (GSN) is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the GSN to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected US veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
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Clinical Research Assistant Job Market in Maryland
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Who's Hiring
- Johns Hopkins University31

- Axle3

- Westat2

- EmVenio Research2

- Maryland Oncology2M
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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