Clinical Research Assistant Jobs in Seattle, WA
Clinical Research Assistant jobs in Seattle concentrate in South Lake Union, First Hill, and the University District, where academic medical centers, biotech firms, and specialty research organizations make up the core of local hiring. Demand is steady across oncology, infectious disease, and clinical trials support, with Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center, Seattle Children's, and Headlands Research among the employers actively posting. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Top employerFred Hutchinson Cancer Center
Work type42% On-site
Top credentialBachelor's degree
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Clinical Research Coordinator II - NCTN
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Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center
Clinical Research Coordinator II - NCTN
Seattle, Washington
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Clinical Research Coordinator II - Bilingual (Spanish)
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Seattle Children's
Clinical Research Coordinator II - Bilingual (Spanish)
Seattle, Washington
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Clinical Research Coordinator III
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Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center
Clinical Research Coordinator III
Seattle, Washington
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Clinical Research QC and Preceptorship Lead
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Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center
Clinical Research QC and Preceptorship Lead
Seattle, Washington
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Clinical Research Coordinator I
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Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center
Clinical Research Coordinator I
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Clinical Research Coordinator II - NCTN
Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center·Seattle, Washington
Job functions:
$32.63 - $48.93/hr
High school diploma or GED
1,001-5,000 employees
Job Description
Overview:
With a track record of global leadership in bone marrow transplantation, HIV/AIDS prevention, immunotherapy and COVID-19 vaccines, Fred Hutch has earned a reputation as one of the world’s leading cancer, infectious disease and biomedical research centers. Fred Hutch operates eight clinical care sites that provide medical oncology, infusion, radiation, proton therapy and related services, and network affiliations with hospitals in five states. Together, our fully integrated research and clinical care teams seek to discover new cures to the world’s deadliest diseases and make life beyond cancer a reality.
At Fred Hutch we value collaboration, compassion, determination, excellence, innovation, integrity and respect. Our mission is directly tied to the humanity, dignity and inherent value of each employee, patient, community member and supporter. Our commitment to learning across our differences and similarities make us stronger. We seek employees who bring different and innovative ways of seeing the world and solving problems.
The Clinical Research Coordinator II is responsible for day-to-day coordination of National Clinical Trials Network (NCTN) clinical trials and associated research studies. The position oversees subject-level study workflows including screening patients for eligibility, performing enrollments, tracking patient visits, abstracting and reporting study data, coordinating research specimen collection and submission, and creating and maintaining research documentation. Collaborates with investigators, clinical teams, and Data Coordination staff within Clinical Research Support to ensure high-quality, compliant study conduct.
Reporting to the Senior Manager/Manager of Clinical Trials Coordination, the coordinator will be part of a centralized NCTN research team supporting clinical trial activities across multiple disease programs and care settings. This position serves as a shared departmental resource and may support study activation, enrollment, participant follow-up, and ongoing trial operations across Fred Hutch campuses and affiliated clinical sites.
This position is key to the successful conduct of NCTN studies and advancing clinical research efforts at Fred Hutch.
At Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center, all employees are expected to demonstrate a commitment to our values of collaboration, compassion, determination, excellence, innovation, integrity, and respect.
Responsibilities:
Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center is an independent, nonprofit organization providing adult cancer treatment and groundbreaking research focused on cancer and infectious diseases. Based in Seattle, Fred Hutch is the only National Cancer Institute-designated cancer center in Washington.
With a track record of global leadership in bone marrow transplantation, HIV/AIDS prevention, immunotherapy and COVID-19 vaccines, Fred Hutch has earned a reputation as one of the world’s leading cancer, infectious disease and biomedical research centers. Fred Hutch operates eight clinical care sites that provide medical oncology, infusion, radiation, proton therapy and related services, and network affiliations with hospitals in five states. Together, our fully integrated research and clinical care teams seek to discover new cures to the world’s deadliest diseases and make life beyond cancer a reality.
At Fred Hutch we value collaboration, compassion, determination, excellence, innovation, integrity and respect. Our mission is directly tied to the humanity, dignity and inherent value of each employee, patient, community member and supporter. Our commitment to learning across our differences and similarities make us stronger. We seek employees who bring different and innovative ways of seeing the world and solving problems.
The Clinical Research Coordinator II is responsible for day-to-day coordination of National Clinical Trials Network (NCTN) clinical trials and associated research studies. The position oversees subject-level study workflows including screening patients for eligibility, performing enrollments, tracking patient visits, abstracting and reporting study data, coordinating research specimen collection and submission, and creating and maintaining research documentation. Collaborates with investigators, clinical teams, and Data Coordination staff within Clinical Research Support to ensure high-quality, compliant study conduct.
Reporting to the Senior Manager/Manager of Clinical Trials Coordination, the coordinator will be part of a centralized NCTN research team supporting clinical trial activities across multiple disease programs and care settings. This position serves as a shared departmental resource and may support study activation, enrollment, participant follow-up, and ongoing trial operations across Fred Hutch campuses and affiliated clinical sites.
This position is key to the successful conduct of NCTN studies and advancing clinical research efforts at Fred Hutch.
At Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center, all employees are expected to demonstrate a commitment to our values of collaboration, compassion, determination, excellence, innovation, integrity, and respect.
- Conduct daily clinical operations of assigned research studies in accordance with study protocols, regulatory and GCP guidelines, institutional policy, and applicable National Clinical Trials Network (NCTN) requirements.
- Develop and maintain tools for study implementation, including data collection tools, reference materials, and specific study orders; revise and utilize tools as necessary.
- Create and disseminate study-related educational content for internal and external audiences to ensure safe and accurate protocol implementation.
- Coordinate patient enrollment and participation by reviewing study candidates' medical records for eligibility, initiating enrollment, ensuring informed consent, and maintaining accurate enrollment records.
- Schedule patient clinic visits and ongoing study visits; ensure administrative compliance with study protocols with respect to clinical procedures, laboratory tests, and other patient activities; may administer study questionnaires, ensure drug self-administration accountability with patients, and perform non-clinical ECGs.
- Support NCTN study activation, enrollment, conduct, and follow-up activities across multiple disease programs and clinical practice areas.
- Complete clinical requisition forms as instructed, assemble kits for patient visits, transport laboratory samples, and ensure samples are processed and shipped according to study guidelines; track and maintain research supplies.
- Identify, track, and confirm billable activities for patients; work with internal partners to obtain and submit budget and billing information; may assist in reviewing patient charges to ensure billing compliance.
- Act as protocol liaison with clinical teams, patients, providers, cooperative group representatives, and research staff on study-related topics.
- Prepare and coordinate monitoring visits and respond to queries and other requests from study monitors and cooperative groups, following up with and resolving any issues that may arise.
- Maintain thorough knowledge in the field through attending related project meetings and symposia, reading related literature, maintaining professional associations, and participating in cooperative group activities as applicable.
- Regularly travel between Fred Hutch campuses, affiliated clinical sites, and other research locations to support participant enrollment, study visits, research operations, protocol-specific activities, and attendance at investigator meetings.
- Assist with maintaining appropriate source documentation and/or performing case report form data entry.
- Serve as a shared departmental resource, providing flexible support across disease teams and clinical practice areas to facilitate NCTN study conduct, enrollment, and operational continuity.
- Demonstrate the ability to rapidly integrate into new disease programs, study portfolios, and clinical teams while maintaining high-quality study conduct and participant support.
- Other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Minimum two to three years’ experience in a clinical research or cancer registry environment with regulatory or human research protections.
- Knowledge of clinical trials records, procedures, and computerized data processing systems.
- Demonstrated knowledge of how to synthesize study conduct.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Associate or bachelor’s degree preferred.
- Certified Clinical Research Coordinator (CCRC) or certification as Clinical Research Professional (SOCRA).
- Minimum five years of experience in a research environment with regulatory or human research protections.
- Previous experience working with NIH, FDA and OHRP regulations and medical terminology.
- Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, ability to problem solve and to prioritize multiple competing tasks in a dynamic environment.
- Collaborative focus is essential, as well as strong written and verbal communication skills, including computer skills.
- Ability to work with multiple data management systems including generating reports and sourcing data from systems.
- Ability to extract data from medical records.
- Ability to apply judgement in interpreting regulations, determining impacts, and knowing when to escalate questions and concerns when appropriate.
The hourly pay range for this position is from $32.63 to $48.93 and pay offered will be based on experience and qualifications.
Although Fred Hutch is not sponsoring most H-1B visas at this time, candidates who already hold an H-1B sponsored by another organization and are currently in the U.S. may be eligible for this position.
Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center offers employees a comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance health, well-being, and financial security. Benefits include medical/vision, dental, flexible spending accounts, life, disability, retirement, family life support, employee assistance program, onsite health clinic, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation (12-22 days per year), paid sick leave (12-25 days per year), paid holidays (13 days per year), and paid parental leave (up to 4 weeks).
Additional Information: We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, national origin, sex, age, disability (physical or mental), marital or veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, political ideology, or membership in any other legally protected class. We desire priority referrals of protected veterans. If due to a disability you need assistance/and or a reasonable accommodation during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to Human Resources at hrops@fredhutch.org or by calling 206-667-4700.Although Fred Hutch is not sponsoring most H-1B visas at this time, candidates who already hold an H-1B sponsored by another organization and are currently in the U.S. may be eligible for this position.
Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center offers employees a comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance health, well-being, and financial security. Benefits include medical/vision, dental, flexible spending accounts, life, disability, retirement, family life support, employee assistance program, onsite health clinic, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation (12-22 days per year), paid sick leave (12-25 days per year), paid holidays (13 days per year), and paid parental leave (up to 4 weeks).
Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center
Clinical Research Coordinator II - NCTN
Seattle, Washington
Added 2d ago1,001-5,000 employees
Job functions:
$32.63 - $48.93/hr
High school diploma or GED
Job Description
Overview:
With a track record of global leadership in bone marrow transplantation, HIV/AIDS prevention, immunotherapy and COVID-19 vaccines, Fred Hutch has earned a reputation as one of the world’s leading cancer, infectious disease and biomedical research centers. Fred Hutch operates eight clinical care sites that provide medical oncology, infusion, radiation, proton therapy and related services, and network affiliations with hospitals in five states. Together, our fully integrated research and clinical care teams seek to discover new cures to the world’s deadliest diseases and make life beyond cancer a reality.
At Fred Hutch we value collaboration, compassion, determination, excellence, innovation, integrity and respect. Our mission is directly tied to the humanity, dignity and inherent value of each employee, patient, community member and supporter. Our commitment to learning across our differences and similarities make us stronger. We seek employees who bring different and innovative ways of seeing the world and solving problems.
The Clinical Research Coordinator II is responsible for day-to-day coordination of National Clinical Trials Network (NCTN) clinical trials and associated research studies. The position oversees subject-level study workflows including screening patients for eligibility, performing enrollments, tracking patient visits, abstracting and reporting study data, coordinating research specimen collection and submission, and creating and maintaining research documentation. Collaborates with investigators, clinical teams, and Data Coordination staff within Clinical Research Support to ensure high-quality, compliant study conduct.
Reporting to the Senior Manager/Manager of Clinical Trials Coordination, the coordinator will be part of a centralized NCTN research team supporting clinical trial activities across multiple disease programs and care settings. This position serves as a shared departmental resource and may support study activation, enrollment, participant follow-up, and ongoing trial operations across Fred Hutch campuses and affiliated clinical sites.
This position is key to the successful conduct of NCTN studies and advancing clinical research efforts at Fred Hutch.
At Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center, all employees are expected to demonstrate a commitment to our values of collaboration, compassion, determination, excellence, innovation, integrity, and respect.
Responsibilities:
Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center is an independent, nonprofit organization providing adult cancer treatment and groundbreaking research focused on cancer and infectious diseases. Based in Seattle, Fred Hutch is the only National Cancer Institute-designated cancer center in Washington.
With a track record of global leadership in bone marrow transplantation, HIV/AIDS prevention, immunotherapy and COVID-19 vaccines, Fred Hutch has earned a reputation as one of the world’s leading cancer, infectious disease and biomedical research centers. Fred Hutch operates eight clinical care sites that provide medical oncology, infusion, radiation, proton therapy and related services, and network affiliations with hospitals in five states. Together, our fully integrated research and clinical care teams seek to discover new cures to the world’s deadliest diseases and make life beyond cancer a reality.
At Fred Hutch we value collaboration, compassion, determination, excellence, innovation, integrity and respect. Our mission is directly tied to the humanity, dignity and inherent value of each employee, patient, community member and supporter. Our commitment to learning across our differences and similarities make us stronger. We seek employees who bring different and innovative ways of seeing the world and solving problems.
The Clinical Research Coordinator II is responsible for day-to-day coordination of National Clinical Trials Network (NCTN) clinical trials and associated research studies. The position oversees subject-level study workflows including screening patients for eligibility, performing enrollments, tracking patient visits, abstracting and reporting study data, coordinating research specimen collection and submission, and creating and maintaining research documentation. Collaborates with investigators, clinical teams, and Data Coordination staff within Clinical Research Support to ensure high-quality, compliant study conduct.
Reporting to the Senior Manager/Manager of Clinical Trials Coordination, the coordinator will be part of a centralized NCTN research team supporting clinical trial activities across multiple disease programs and care settings. This position serves as a shared departmental resource and may support study activation, enrollment, participant follow-up, and ongoing trial operations across Fred Hutch campuses and affiliated clinical sites.
This position is key to the successful conduct of NCTN studies and advancing clinical research efforts at Fred Hutch.
At Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center, all employees are expected to demonstrate a commitment to our values of collaboration, compassion, determination, excellence, innovation, integrity, and respect.
- Conduct daily clinical operations of assigned research studies in accordance with study protocols, regulatory and GCP guidelines, institutional policy, and applicable National Clinical Trials Network (NCTN) requirements.
- Develop and maintain tools for study implementation, including data collection tools, reference materials, and specific study orders; revise and utilize tools as necessary.
- Create and disseminate study-related educational content for internal and external audiences to ensure safe and accurate protocol implementation.
- Coordinate patient enrollment and participation by reviewing study candidates' medical records for eligibility, initiating enrollment, ensuring informed consent, and maintaining accurate enrollment records.
- Schedule patient clinic visits and ongoing study visits; ensure administrative compliance with study protocols with respect to clinical procedures, laboratory tests, and other patient activities; may administer study questionnaires, ensure drug self-administration accountability with patients, and perform non-clinical ECGs.
- Support NCTN study activation, enrollment, conduct, and follow-up activities across multiple disease programs and clinical practice areas.
- Complete clinical requisition forms as instructed, assemble kits for patient visits, transport laboratory samples, and ensure samples are processed and shipped according to study guidelines; track and maintain research supplies.
- Identify, track, and confirm billable activities for patients; work with internal partners to obtain and submit budget and billing information; may assist in reviewing patient charges to ensure billing compliance.
- Act as protocol liaison with clinical teams, patients, providers, cooperative group representatives, and research staff on study-related topics.
- Prepare and coordinate monitoring visits and respond to queries and other requests from study monitors and cooperative groups, following up with and resolving any issues that may arise.
- Maintain thorough knowledge in the field through attending related project meetings and symposia, reading related literature, maintaining professional associations, and participating in cooperative group activities as applicable.
- Regularly travel between Fred Hutch campuses, affiliated clinical sites, and other research locations to support participant enrollment, study visits, research operations, protocol-specific activities, and attendance at investigator meetings.
- Assist with maintaining appropriate source documentation and/or performing case report form data entry.
- Serve as a shared departmental resource, providing flexible support across disease teams and clinical practice areas to facilitate NCTN study conduct, enrollment, and operational continuity.
- Demonstrate the ability to rapidly integrate into new disease programs, study portfolios, and clinical teams while maintaining high-quality study conduct and participant support.
- Other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Minimum two to three years’ experience in a clinical research or cancer registry environment with regulatory or human research protections.
- Knowledge of clinical trials records, procedures, and computerized data processing systems.
- Demonstrated knowledge of how to synthesize study conduct.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Associate or bachelor’s degree preferred.
- Certified Clinical Research Coordinator (CCRC) or certification as Clinical Research Professional (SOCRA).
- Minimum five years of experience in a research environment with regulatory or human research protections.
- Previous experience working with NIH, FDA and OHRP regulations and medical terminology.
- Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, ability to problem solve and to prioritize multiple competing tasks in a dynamic environment.
- Collaborative focus is essential, as well as strong written and verbal communication skills, including computer skills.
- Ability to work with multiple data management systems including generating reports and sourcing data from systems.
- Ability to extract data from medical records.
- Ability to apply judgement in interpreting regulations, determining impacts, and knowing when to escalate questions and concerns when appropriate.
The hourly pay range for this position is from $32.63 to $48.93 and pay offered will be based on experience and qualifications.
Although Fred Hutch is not sponsoring most H-1B visas at this time, candidates who already hold an H-1B sponsored by another organization and are currently in the U.S. may be eligible for this position.
Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center offers employees a comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance health, well-being, and financial security. Benefits include medical/vision, dental, flexible spending accounts, life, disability, retirement, family life support, employee assistance program, onsite health clinic, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation (12-22 days per year), paid sick leave (12-25 days per year), paid holidays (13 days per year), and paid parental leave (up to 4 weeks).
Additional Information: We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, national origin, sex, age, disability (physical or mental), marital or veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, political ideology, or membership in any other legally protected class. We desire priority referrals of protected veterans. If due to a disability you need assistance/and or a reasonable accommodation during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to Human Resources at hrops@fredhutch.org or by calling 206-667-4700.Although Fred Hutch is not sponsoring most H-1B visas at this time, candidates who already hold an H-1B sponsored by another organization and are currently in the U.S. may be eligible for this position.
Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center offers employees a comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance health, well-being, and financial security. Benefits include medical/vision, dental, flexible spending accounts, life, disability, retirement, family life support, employee assistance program, onsite health clinic, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation (12-22 days per year), paid sick leave (12-25 days per year), paid holidays (13 days per year), and paid parental leave (up to 4 weeks).
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Who's Hiring
- Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center13
- Seattle Children's5
- Headlands Research3
- University Of Washington3
- Benaroya Research Institute3
Top Industries Hiring
- Non-Profit & Social Services
Clinical Research Assistant Jobs in Seattle: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a clinical research assistant job in Seattle?
Seattle's strongest hiring comes from academic medical centers on First Hill, biotech companies in South Lake Union, and research hospitals affiliated with the University District. Candidates with hands-on trials experience, familiarity with GCP protocols, and exposure to oncology or infectious disease research stand out in this market. Targeting research coordinators or clinical trials associate roles at hospital systems and contract research organizations is the most direct path in.
Which companies hire clinical research assistants in Seattle?
Companies currently hiring clinical research assistants in Seattle include Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center, Seattle Children's, and Headlands Research, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Seattle's employer mix includes major academic medical centers, dedicated contract research organizations, and mid-size biotech firms with active clinical pipelines.
Are there remote clinical research assistant jobs in Seattle?
Yes, but with limits: clinical research assistant roles are largely on-site because the work involves patient interaction, specimen handling, and in-person protocol oversight. About 58% of clinical research assistant openings tied to Seattle are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those positions typically involve data entry, regulatory document management, or remote monitoring rather than direct patient-facing duties.
How can I get a clinical research assistant job in Seattle with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path in Seattle is through volunteer or paid research positions at University of Washington Medical Center or affiliated clinics, where coordinators regularly bring on entry-level support staff. Roles titled research study assistant, clinical trials volunteer, or patient recruitment coordinator are common first steps. A background in biology or health sciences and familiarity with electronic data capture systems gives candidates a concrete edge when applying to South Lake Union biotech firms or First Hill hospital research departments.
Which industries hire the most clinical research assistants in Seattle?
Most clinical research assistant openings in Seattle sit in Non-Profit & Social Services, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Seattle's concentration of academic medical research, oncology-focused biotech, and infectious disease programs drives consistent demand across those sectors year-round.
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