Mid Level Clinical Research Associate Jobs
Mid level clinical research associate jobs go to professionals ready to take full ownership of monitoring activities, manage site relationships with minimal oversight, and guide junior coordinators through protocol compliance. Openings run across Education, Healthcare & Medical Services, and Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals, with 33% remote or hybrid availability, and employers like Emory University, University of Miami, and Revival Research Institute hiring at this level now.
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Responsibilities
- Supports departmental research teams and faculty with the review and submittal of research proposals, contracts, and necessary research materials to maintain accuracy, completeness and compliance with applicable policies, procedures and regulations.
- Facilitates compliance with necessary collaborating offices (such as Institutional Review Board, Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee, Environmental Health and Safety, Compliance and Audit Services and Research Finance) throughout the lifecycle of the research project.
- Facilitates signature & approvals of proposal materials on behalf of the institution as allowed within Signature Authority Policy.
- Identifies and disseminates active funding opportunities to the research community.
- Initiates study registration within the pre-award and post-award systems, as applicable.
- Represents D-H central research operations by addressing any research administration related inquires/requests with sponsors. Acts as the primary central research liaison to PI and research staff.
- Trains and mentors departmental research staff on operational, service and compliance aspects of administering research study/award.
- Assists Research Finance with creation of policies, procedures, and training materials to reinforce institutional standards for administering research project/ awards.
- Performs other duties as required or assigned.
- Clinical Trials Office:
- Perform Medicare Coverage Analyses for all studies, including entering the appropriate HCPCS and CDM codes for items and services to complete the Billing Grid and determining if conventional care items/services qualify for Medicare coverage. Works closely with other departments such as Revenue Management and Compliance and Auditing to accurately conduct, review, and implement Medicare Coverage Analyses.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field or the equivalent in education and experience required.
- Four+ years research administration (or experienced research coordinator) work experience preferred.
- Experience in a healthcare or academic research administration setting and knowledge of electronic research administration systems
- Clinical Trials Office: Working knowledge of Clinical Trials Management Systems (CTMS), subject calendar development, Medicare Coverage Analysis, billing/research compliance and/or research budgeting/contracting required.
- Sponsored Projects Office: Working knowledge of federal regulations relating to grants, contracts, and research compliance a well as non-federal sponsored research
- Ability to work effectively, independently and as a member of a team.
- Ability to exercise judgment, initiative, and discretion and to interact with staff and outside agencies in a professional manner.
- Technological proficiency including email, calendars, databases, and Office suite Excellent communication, organization, and customer service skills
Required Licensure/Certifications
- None
- Area of Interest: Professional/Management
- Pay Range: $68,764.80/Yr. - $106,579.20/Yr. (Based on 40 hours per week, otherwise pro rata)
- FTE/Hours per pay period: 1.00 - 1.00 - 40 hrs/week
- Shift: Day
- Job ID: 40781
Dartmouth Health offers a total compensation package that includes a comprehensive selection of benefits. Our Core Benefits include medical, dental, vision and life insurance, short and long term disability, paid time off, and retirement plans. Click here for information on these benefits and more: Benefits | DHMC and Clinics Careers
Dartmouth Health is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
Responsibilities
- Supports departmental research teams and faculty with the review and submittal of research proposals, contracts, and necessary research materials to maintain accuracy, completeness and compliance with applicable policies, procedures and regulations.
- Facilitates compliance with necessary collaborating offices (such as Institutional Review Board, Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee, Environmental Health and Safety, Compliance and Audit Services and Research Finance) throughout the lifecycle of the research project.
- Facilitates signature & approvals of proposal materials on behalf of the institution as allowed within Signature Authority Policy.
- Identifies and disseminates active funding opportunities to the research community.
- Initiates study registration within the pre-award and post-award systems, as applicable.
- Represents D-H central research operations by addressing any research administration related inquires/requests with sponsors. Acts as the primary central research liaison to PI and research staff.
- Trains and mentors departmental research staff on operational, service and compliance aspects of administering research study/award.
- Assists Research Finance with creation of policies, procedures, and training materials to reinforce institutional standards for administering research project/ awards.
- Performs other duties as required or assigned.
- Clinical Trials Office:
- Perform Medicare Coverage Analyses for all studies, including entering the appropriate HCPCS and CDM codes for items and services to complete the Billing Grid and determining if conventional care items/services qualify for Medicare coverage. Works closely with other departments such as Revenue Management and Compliance and Auditing to accurately conduct, review, and implement Medicare Coverage Analyses.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field or the equivalent in education and experience required.
- Four+ years research administration (or experienced research coordinator) work experience preferred.
- Experience in a healthcare or academic research administration setting and knowledge of electronic research administration systems
- Clinical Trials Office: Working knowledge of Clinical Trials Management Systems (CTMS), subject calendar development, Medicare Coverage Analysis, billing/research compliance and/or research budgeting/contracting required.
- Sponsored Projects Office: Working knowledge of federal regulations relating to grants, contracts, and research compliance a well as non-federal sponsored research
- Ability to work effectively, independently and as a member of a team.
- Ability to exercise judgment, initiative, and discretion and to interact with staff and outside agencies in a professional manner.
- Technological proficiency including email, calendars, databases, and Office suite Excellent communication, organization, and customer service skills
Required Licensure/Certifications
- None
- Area of Interest: Professional/Management
- Pay Range: $68,764.80/Yr. - $106,579.20/Yr. (Based on 40 hours per week, otherwise pro rata)
- FTE/Hours per pay period: 1.00 - 1.00 - 40 hrs/week
- Shift: Day
- Job ID: 40781
Dartmouth Health offers a total compensation package that includes a comprehensive selection of benefits. Our Core Benefits include medical, dental, vision and life insurance, short and long term disability, paid time off, and retirement plans. Click here for information on these benefits and more: Benefits | DHMC and Clinics Careers
Dartmouth Health is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
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Who's Hiring
- Emory University15
- University of Miami5
- Revival Research Institute5
- University of Alabama, Birmingham5
- Tufts Medical Center3
Top Industries Hiring
- Education45
- Healthcare & Medical Services42
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals11
- Science & Research8
- Medical Devices6
Mid Level Clinical Research Associate Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level clinical research associate job?
Lead with concrete evidence of independent site management, protocol deviations you resolved, and monitoring visit reports you authored without close supervision. Employers at this level want to see that you have moved beyond task execution into ownership. Highlight therapeutic areas where you have built depth, any cross-functional work with data management or regulatory teams, and your familiarity with ICH E6 Good Clinical Practice guidelines.
Which companies hire mid level clinical research associates?
Companies hiring mid level clinical research associates right now include Emory University, University of Miami, and Revival Research Institute, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Hiring at this level comes from a mix of global contract research organizations, mid-size biopharmaceutical sponsors, and specialized site management organizations running active Phase II and Phase III trials.
Are there remote mid level clinical research associate jobs?
Yes, though remote availability depends on trial phase and sponsor preference. About 33% of mid level clinical research associate openings are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, with many positions involving a mix of home-based monitoring and periodic site travel. Fully remote roles tend to appear more often with sponsors running decentralized or central monitoring programs.
How do I move up to a mid level clinical research associate role?
Moving from entry level into a mid level clinical research associate role means building a record of completing monitoring visits independently, handling site issues without escalating every decision, and demonstrating command of at least one therapeutic area. Employers look for consistent quality in visit reports, experience managing site personnel, and evidence that you can prioritize competing site needs without hand-holding from a senior monitor.
Which industries hire the most mid level clinical research associates?
Mid Level clinical research associate roles concentrate in Education, Healthcare & Medical Services, and Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. These sectors drive demand because they run the largest volumes of interventional clinical trials, require ongoing site oversight across multiple concurrent studies, and rely on experienced monitors to protect data integrity and regulatory compliance.