Clinical Research Assistant Jobs in Pennsylvania

Clinical Research Assistant jobs in Pennsylvania are in active demand, concentrated in academic medical centers, pharmaceutical research campuses, and biotechnology firms across Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and the suburban Main Line corridor. Major employers with lasting Pennsylvania footprints include Penn Medicine, UPMC, and GSK, all of which maintain ongoing clinical trial operations requiring research support staff at entry through coordinator levels. The most in-demand specialties are oncology trials, cardiovascular studies, and regulatory data management. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles91
Top employerUniversity of Pennsylvania
Top cityPhiladelphia, PA
Cities hiring15
Work type48% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Panoramic Health
Clinical Research Assistant
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Clinical Research Assistant
Panoramic Health
Media, Pennsylvania
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Bachelor's degree
11-50

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Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
Clinical Research Coordinator I - Oncology
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Clinical Research Coordinator I - Oncology
Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$53k - $66k/yr
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
Clinical Research Assistant I - Gastroenterology
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Clinical Research Assistant I - Gastroenterology
Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Biotech & Life Sciences
Clinical Trials
Healthcare Administration
Research & Academia
$21.05 - $26.35/hr
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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EmVenio Research
RN Pediatric Clinical Research - PRN
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RN Pediatric Clinical Research - PRN
EmVenio Research
Catasauqua, Pennsylvania
Business Operations
Customer Service
Customer Success
CPR Certification
1,001-5,000

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University of Pennsylvania
Clinical Research Nurse C (OBGYN - Pregnancy and Perinatal Research Center)
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University of Pennsylvania
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Clinical Research Nurse C (OBGYN - Pregnancy and Perinatal Research Center)
University of Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Business Operations
Program Management
Project Management
$63k - $88k/yr
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
10,000+

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Clinical Research Assistant Jobs by City in Pennsylvania

Where Pennsylvania roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Philadelphia
57 jobs
Hershey
4 jobs
University Park
3 jobs
Sayre
2 jobs
Blue Bell
2 jobs
Erie
1 job
Media
1 job
Allentown
1 job

Clinical Research Assistant Job Market in Pennsylvania

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

Who's Hiring

  • University of Pennsylvania
    University of Pennsylvania19
  • Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
    Children's Hospital of Philadelphia12
  • Thomas Jefferson University & Jefferson Health
    Thomas Jefferson University & Jefferson Health11
  • University of Pittsburgh
    University of Pittsburgh9
  • Penn State Health
    Penn State Health4

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services17
  • Education7
  • Agriculture & Farming2
  • Science & Research1
  • Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals1

What Pennsylvania Employers Look For

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

  • Bachelor's degree in life sciences, biology, public health, or a related field
  • Familiarity with Good Clinical Practice guidelines and ICH E6 standards
  • Experience with electronic data capture systems such as REDCap or Medidata Rave
  • Strong attention to detail for source document verification and protocol compliance
  • Ability to obtain CITI Program certification prior to or shortly after hire
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and basic data entry or database management tools

Clinical Research Assistant Jobs in Pennsylvania: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a clinical research assistant in Pennsylvania?

The most direct path is earning a bachelor's degree in a life science, nursing, public health, or related field, then completing CITI Program training in human subjects research, which most Pennsylvania academic medical centers require before you handle trial data. Pennsylvania does not issue a state license specific to clinical research assistants, but many employers expect candidates to pursue the Society of Clinical Research Associates or Association of Clinical Research Professionals certification within their first year on the job.

Which companies hire clinical research assistants in Pennsylvania?

Employers hiring clinical research assistants in Pennsylvania right now include University of Pennsylvania, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, and Thomas Jefferson University & Jefferson Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Pennsylvania's concentration of academic health systems and pharmaceutical headquarters along the I-95 and I-76 corridors keeps demand for research support staff steady throughout the year.

Which Pennsylvania cities have the most clinical research assistant jobs?

Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and Hershey account for the largest share of clinical research assistant openings in Pennsylvania. Philadelphia leads because of its density of academic medical centers and pharmaceutical campuses, while Pittsburgh's strength in UPMC-affiliated research and Carnegie Mellon life science partnerships drives hiring in the west, and smaller suburban markets like King of Prussia and Conshohocken benefit from the Main Line's concentration of global pharma and biotech offices.

Are there remote clinical research assistant jobs in Pennsylvania?

Yes, but they're rare. About 52% of clinical research assistant openings tied to Pennsylvania are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting the fact that much of the role involves on-site patient contact, physical document review, and direct trial monitoring. The tasks most likely to be performed remotely are regulatory document preparation, data entry, and sponsor communication rather than visit coordination or specimen handling.

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

The most realistic entry path is applying to research coordinator internship or post-baccalaureate clinical research training programs at Pennsylvania academic health systems, particularly the Penn Medicine Clinical Research Training Program and UPMC's research operations pipeline, which both hire candidates without prior trial experience. Lateral moves from roles like medical assistant, phlebotomist, or patient care technician are common, especially at community hospitals affiliated with larger systems. Completing CITI Program certification before applying and gaining any patient-facing healthcare hours strengthens your candidacy significantly.

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

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

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