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 Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals, with 32% remote or hybrid availability, and employers like UT Southwestern Medical Center, UCLA Health, and Emory University hiring at this level now.

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Overview

Open roles88
Top stateCalifornia
Top employerUT Southwestern Medical Center
Top cityLos Angeles, CA
Work type68% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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The University of Toledo
Clinical Research Coordinator (RN)
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The University of Toledo
New 22h ago
Clinical Research Coordinator (RN)
The University of Toledo
Toledo, Ohio
Corporate Training
Laboratory Research
Research & Academia
CPR Certification
5,001-10,000

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Baptist Health South Florida
Supervisor Clinical Research Coordinator
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Baptist Health South Florida
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Supervisor Clinical Research Coordinator
Baptist Health South Florida
Miami, Florida
Clinical Trials & Medical Research
Healthcare Administration
Clinical Trials
$85k - $111k/yr
On-Site
Associate's
10,000+

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University Hospitals
Clinical Research Biostatistician/Data Scientist III, Medicine Administration
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University Hospitals
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Clinical Research Biostatistician/Data Scientist III, Medicine Administration
University Hospitals
Cleveland, Ohio
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Medical Specialists
$88k - $137k/yr
Doctoral degree
10,000+

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University Hospitals
Clinical Research Program Manager, Seidman Cancer Center (Hybrid)
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University Hospitals
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Clinical Research Program Manager, Seidman Cancer Center (Hybrid)
University Hospitals
Cleveland, Ohio
Business Operations
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Project Management
$91k - $142k/yr
Hybrid
Master's degree
10,000+

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Fortrea
Sr Clinical Research Associate II, Phase I
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Fortrea
Added 6d ago
Sr Clinical Research Associate II, Phase I
Fortrea
Durham, North Carolina
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Human Resources
$100k - $130k/yr
10,000+

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Mid Level Clinical Research Associate Job Market

Who's Hiring

UT Southwestern Medical Center
UT Southwestern Medical Center4 open roles
UCLA Health
UCLA Health3 open roles
Emory University
Emory University3 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services32
  • Education31
  • Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals13
  • Medical Devices4
  • Consulting & Professional Services3

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 UT Southwestern Medical Center, UCLA Health, and Emory University, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 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 32% of mid level clinical research associate openings are remote or hybrid as of September 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 Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 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.