Clinical Research Associate Jobs in Washington
Clinical Research Associate jobs in Washington are among the most active in the country, concentrated in oncology, immunology, and late-phase trials across the biotechnology, pharmaceutical, and academic medical center sectors, with openings at every level from entry-level clinical research coordinator to senior CRA and project lead. The heaviest hiring occurs in and around Seattle, Bellevue, and Bothell, where anchors like Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center, UW Medicine, and Covance maintain consistent demand. Monitoring, site management, and regulatory submissions are the sub-specialties drawing the most sustained interest across Washington-based sponsors and CROs. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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The Clinical Research Coordinator II will ensure that quality research is conducted at the assigned investigative sites in accordance with the sponsor protocol, FDA Regulations, and ICH/GCP guidelines and to provide the best quality data to the sponsor. The CRC II will also ensure study enrollment meets or exceeds Sponsors' expectations. To ensure company goals are achieved on a timely basis.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Completing all the DMCR-required training, including but not limited to ICH-GCP Certification and IATA Certification on a timely basis.
2. Completing all the relevant training prior to study-start and on a continued basis in a timely manner. This will include but is not limited to:
- a. Sponsor-provided and IRB-approved Protocol Training
- b. All relevant Protocol Amendments Training
- c. Any study-specific Manuals Training, as applicable
- d. Sponsor-specified EDC and/or IVRS and any other relevant Electronic Systems training.
3. Conducting study subject visits, and all other relevant protocol-required procedures and documenting these in a timely manner.
4. Adherence to ALCOA-C Standards with all the relevant clinical trial documentation.
5. Completing data entry and query resolution in a timely manner as per internal company guidelines and as per sponsor expectations.
6. Demonstration of appropriate and timely follow-up on the action items, at their respective sites.
7. Demonstrated understanding and implementation of Laboratory Manuals and protocol-specified laboratory procedures, storage, temperature monitoring, equipment calibration, and laboratory kit inventory, under the direction of the Site/Study Management Team, for assigned protocols.
8. Liaising with the Laboratory team, Data team, Administrative staff, Clinical Investigators, Research Participants and Sponsor/CRO representatives, under the direction of the Site/Study Management Team, for assigned protocols.
9. Demonstrating adherence and compliance to the assigned protocols at their respective site(s).
10. Maintaining a working knowledge of current FDA regulations, ICH-GCP guidelines, all the organizational SOPs, all the guidance documents, and assigned study protocol(s)
11. Maintaining a working knowledge of the recruitment and retention process for their assigned protocol(s) at their respective site(s).
12. Demonstrating visit preparedness for all the relevant sponsor and CRO visits for their assigned protocol(s)
13. Maintaining a working knowledge of the most recent versions of the Study Protocols, Informed consents, Study Manuals, and all the other relevant study-related documents that are utilized and implemented for the assigned protocols at their respective site(s).
14. Oversee reporting of all Adverse and Serious Adverse Events and any other relevant Safety Information to the appropriate authorities per internal company guidelines, Sponsor, IRB, and ICH-GCP Guidelines.
15. Completing data entry and query resolution in a timely manner as per internal company guidelines and as per sponsor expectations.
16. Striving to meet Sponsor subject enrollment goals for their assigned protocols at their respective site(s).
17. Being prepared for and available at all required company meetings.
18. Submitting required administrative paperwork per company timelines.
19. Occasionally attending out-of-town Investigator Meetings
20. Conduct patient consent discussions and ensure comprehension of medical procedures, risks, benefits, and alternatives
21. Provide clear explanations of study protocols and ensure patients' understanding before obtaining their consent
22. Facilitate effective communication between patients, healthcare providers, and research staff
23. Any other matters as assigned by management.
KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE
Education:
- High School Diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor's degree preferred
- Foreign Medical Graduates preferred
Experience:
- At least 2 years of experience as a CRC, preferably with practice coordinating industry-sponsored vaccines in a private setting.
Credentials:
- ACRP or equivalent certification is preferred
Knowledge and Skills:
- Be an energetic, go-getter who is detail-oriented and can multi-task.
- Be goals-driven while continuously maintaining quality.
- Proficient communication and comprehension skills both verbal and written in the English language are required.
- Proficient Bi-lingual (English/Spanish) communication and comprehension skills both in verbal and written are preferred.
The Clinical Research Coordinator II will ensure that quality research is conducted at the assigned investigative sites in accordance with the sponsor protocol, FDA Regulations, and ICH/GCP guidelines and to provide the best quality data to the sponsor. The CRC II will also ensure study enrollment meets or exceeds Sponsors' expectations. To ensure company goals are achieved on a timely basis.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Completing all the DMCR-required training, including but not limited to ICH-GCP Certification and IATA Certification on a timely basis.
2. Completing all the relevant training prior to study-start and on a continued basis in a timely manner. This will include but is not limited to:
- a. Sponsor-provided and IRB-approved Protocol Training
- b. All relevant Protocol Amendments Training
- c. Any study-specific Manuals Training, as applicable
- d. Sponsor-specified EDC and/or IVRS and any other relevant Electronic Systems training.
3. Conducting study subject visits, and all other relevant protocol-required procedures and documenting these in a timely manner.
4. Adherence to ALCOA-C Standards with all the relevant clinical trial documentation.
5. Completing data entry and query resolution in a timely manner as per internal company guidelines and as per sponsor expectations.
6. Demonstration of appropriate and timely follow-up on the action items, at their respective sites.
7. Demonstrated understanding and implementation of Laboratory Manuals and protocol-specified laboratory procedures, storage, temperature monitoring, equipment calibration, and laboratory kit inventory, under the direction of the Site/Study Management Team, for assigned protocols.
8. Liaising with the Laboratory team, Data team, Administrative staff, Clinical Investigators, Research Participants and Sponsor/CRO representatives, under the direction of the Site/Study Management Team, for assigned protocols.
9. Demonstrating adherence and compliance to the assigned protocols at their respective site(s).
10. Maintaining a working knowledge of current FDA regulations, ICH-GCP guidelines, all the organizational SOPs, all the guidance documents, and assigned study protocol(s)
11. Maintaining a working knowledge of the recruitment and retention process for their assigned protocol(s) at their respective site(s).
12. Demonstrating visit preparedness for all the relevant sponsor and CRO visits for their assigned protocol(s)
13. Maintaining a working knowledge of the most recent versions of the Study Protocols, Informed consents, Study Manuals, and all the other relevant study-related documents that are utilized and implemented for the assigned protocols at their respective site(s).
14. Oversee reporting of all Adverse and Serious Adverse Events and any other relevant Safety Information to the appropriate authorities per internal company guidelines, Sponsor, IRB, and ICH-GCP Guidelines.
15. Completing data entry and query resolution in a timely manner as per internal company guidelines and as per sponsor expectations.
16. Striving to meet Sponsor subject enrollment goals for their assigned protocols at their respective site(s).
17. Being prepared for and available at all required company meetings.
18. Submitting required administrative paperwork per company timelines.
19. Occasionally attending out-of-town Investigator Meetings
20. Conduct patient consent discussions and ensure comprehension of medical procedures, risks, benefits, and alternatives
21. Provide clear explanations of study protocols and ensure patients' understanding before obtaining their consent
22. Facilitate effective communication between patients, healthcare providers, and research staff
23. Any other matters as assigned by management.
KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE
Education:
- High School Diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor's degree preferred
- Foreign Medical Graduates preferred
Experience:
- At least 2 years of experience as a CRC, preferably with practice coordinating industry-sponsored vaccines in a private setting.
Credentials:
- ACRP or equivalent certification is preferred
Knowledge and Skills:
- Be an energetic, go-getter who is detail-oriented and can multi-task.
- Be goals-driven while continuously maintaining quality.
- Proficient communication and comprehension skills both verbal and written in the English language are required.
- Proficient Bi-lingual (English/Spanish) communication and comprehension skills both in verbal and written are preferred.
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What Washington Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in clinical research associate jobs across Washington.
- Bachelor's degree in life sciences, nursing, or a related clinical field required
- Two or more years of clinical trial monitoring experience under ICH-GCP guidelines
- ACRP or SOCRA certification (CCRC or CCRP) strongly preferred by Washington employers
- Demonstrated ability to conduct site qualification, initiation, and closeout visits independently
- Proficiency with electronic data capture systems such as Medidata Rave or Veeva Vault
- Willingness to travel to investigative sites throughout Washington and the Pacific Northwest region
Clinical Research Associate Jobs in Washington: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a clinical research associate in Washington?
Start with a bachelor's degree in a life science, nursing, or a health-related field, which is the baseline requirement for nearly every Washington CRA posting. Washington does not issue a state-specific clinical research license, so employers rely on nationally recognized credentials: ACRP's CCRC or CRA certification and SOCRA's CCRP are the most valued. Gaining hands-on experience as a clinical research coordinator at a Seattle academic medical center or regional CRO is the most common stepping stone before moving into a monitoring role.
Which companies hire clinical research associates in Washington?
Employers hiring clinical research associates in Washington right now include Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center, EmVenio Research, and Science 37, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Washington's dense concentration of oncology-focused biotechs and major academic medical systems means demand holds steady throughout the year, not just during large trial launches.
Which Washington cities have the most clinical research associate jobs?
Seattle, Redmond, and Washington State account for the most clinical research associate openings in Washington. Seattle dominates because it anchors a corridor of major research institutions and biotech headquarters, while Bellevue and Bothell draw volume from the mid-size CROs and specialty pharma companies that have chosen the Eastside for their Pacific Northwest operations.
Are there remote clinical research associate jobs in Washington?
Yes, but they're limited. About 50% of clinical research associate openings tied to Washington are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, which reflects the fundamentally site-based nature of clinical monitoring work. The parts of the role most compatible with remote work are source data review, regulatory document management, and sponsor communication, while site visits and patient-facing activities require in-person presence.
How can I get hired as a clinical research associate in Washington with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a clinical research coordinator role at a Seattle or Bellevue academic medical center or community hospital, where you gain hands-on protocol and regulatory experience before moving into monitoring. Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center and UW Medicine regularly post coordinator and research associate positions that serve as direct feeders into CRA careers. Completing a GCP training certification and volunteering on an IRB or study team strengthens early applications. Adjacent roles in clinical data management or regulatory affairs at a Washington-based CRO also create a credible bridge into the field.
Where can I find and apply to clinical research associate jobs in Washington?
You can find and apply to clinical research associate jobs in Washington on Migrate Mate, which lists current Washington openings from employers across the state. Find roles that fit your experience and apply directly to the ones that match.
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