Clinical Research Assistant Jobs in Bethesda, MD
Clinical Research Assistant jobs in Bethesda are concentrated in the North Bethesda and Friendship Heights corridors, as well as the NIH campus hub, across federal health agencies, contract research organizations, and pharmaceutical companies. Employers hiring right now include Frederick National Laboratory for Cancer Research, The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine, and Westat. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Position Title: Clinical Research Associate
Location: Bethesda, MD
We are seeking a Clinical Research Associate in Bethesda, MD to support our NIH customer.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Comprehensive Research Solutions Company is seeking a Clinical Research Associate who’ll be responsible for the monitoring of single site and multi-site clinical research trials. Knowledge of medical terminology is mandatory. You’ll be expected to expand knowledge base and be able to apply relevant Good Clinical Practices (GCP), International Commission on Harmonization (ICH), and regulatory guidelines and procedures to assigned tasks. Performance of this position requires coordination and interaction among various research teams and team members.
This position will be responsible for the following:
- Monitor NIH intramural and extramural multi-institutional research protocols and ensure clinical trials are conducted in a timely manner.
- Provide quality control of the data in regards of compliance with regulatory requirements on various NIH research protocols.
- Assure adherence to International Commission on Harmonization (ICH), Good Clinical
Practices (GCP), and Code of Federal Regulations (CFR).
- Assure compliance with institutional Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Policies, protocol requirements, and institutional reporting requirements.
- Development of data handling guidelines in order to check validity of clinical data.
- Assure project and study timelines are met.
- Must have a thorough understanding of clinical research protocols, data collection requirements, and methodologies.
- Must be able to recognize clinical values and possess analytical ability to identify data or patient safety issues.
- Must be able to work independently and with others.
- Position involves moderate traveling
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:
- RN, MS or BS/BA in Health or Biological Sciences or another health-related field
- Minimum of 1 years of medical, clinical, or research related study or instruction. 3 plus years’ experience can be substituted for education
- 1 years of prior monitoring experience or equivalent preferred
- Certifications preferred: ACRP or CCRP certification
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- RN or MS in health-related field, and 3+ years monitoring experience
- Experience in oncology clinical research preferred
- Clinical and/or data management certification (e.g., ACRP, CCRP highly desirable) o Understanding of organs and tissues transplantation processes preferred. o Strong communication skills
o Excellent teamwork
Please be aware that many of our positions require a security clearance, or the ability to obtain one. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
CRS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local law.
Please be aware that many of our positions require a security clearance, or the ability to obtain one. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
By submitting your résumé for this position, you understand and agree that CRS
Corporation may share your résumé, as well as any other related personal information or documentation you provide, with its subsidiaries and affiliated companies for the purpose of considering you for other available positions.
Job Types: Contract, Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Education:
- Bachelor's (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
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Who's Hiring
- Frederick National Laboratory for Cancer Research13

- The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine13

- Westat6

- GAP Solutions6

- The Geneva Foundation6

Clinical Research Assistant Jobs in Bethesda: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a clinical research assistant job in Bethesda?
Focus your search on the NIH campus and the contract research organizations clustered in North Bethesda and the Rockville Pike corridor. Federal health agencies, CROs, and biotech companies dominate local hiring and prioritize candidates with hands-on trial coordination, IRB protocol familiarity, or REDCap experience. Tailoring your application to NIH-affiliated studies or Phase II and III oncology trials gives you a concrete edge in this market.
Which companies hire clinical research assistants in Bethesda?
Employers hiring clinical research assistants in Bethesda right now include Frederick National Laboratory for Cancer Research, The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine, and Westat, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Bethesda's employer mix is especially dense with federal health agencies, academic medical centers, and mid-size CROs serving NIH-funded research programs.
Are there remote clinical research assistant jobs in Bethesda?
Yes, though most openings require on-site work because clinical research assistants typically handle specimen processing, patient interactions, and protocol compliance in person. About 50% of clinical research assistant openings tied to Bethesda are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, with data entry, regulatory document management, and study coordination tasks being the most likely to allow off-site flexibility.
How can I get a clinical research assistant job in Bethesda with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path in Bethesda is through NIH's volunteer research program or a paid post-baccalaureate fellowship, both of which feed directly into junior coordinator and research assistant roles at the NIH campus. Local CROs along Rockville Pike also hire entry-level candidates with GCP certification and a science degree, and positions with titles like clinical data associate or study coordinator assistant are common lateral entry points.
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