Senior Level Clinical Research Consultant Jobs

Senior level clinical research consultant jobs place experienced professionals in charge of study design, protocol oversight, and the cross-functional teams that deliver trial results. Openings are concentrated across Technology & Software, Education, and Consulting & Professional Services, with 34% remote or hybrid availability, and employers like AbbVie, NVIDIA, and The Clear Fund hiring at this level now.

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Open roles383+
Top stateCalifornia
Top employerAbbVie
Top citySan Francisco, CA
Work type66% On-site
Top industryTechnology

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National Consulting Engineer Account Manager
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National Consulting Engineer Account Manager
Johnson Controls
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Partnerships & Business Development
Account Management
Project & Program Management
Consulting & Professional Services
Business Development
Project Management
$109k - $191k/yr
Remote (US)
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Principal Consulting Engineer - ServiceNow
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Principal Consulting Engineer - ServiceNow
CDW
Remote
Business Strategy
Consulting & Professional Services
Strategy & Corporate Development
$156k - $225k/yr
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Principal Security Researcher
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Principal Security Researcher
Oracle
Nashville, Tennessee
Clinical Trials
Laboratory Research
Research & Academia
Doctoral degree
10,000+

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Sector Lead Equity Research, Director
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Sector Lead Equity Research, Director
Thrivent
Appleton, Wisconsin
Finance
Accounting
Partnerships & Business Development
Project & Program Management
Investment Banking & Capital Markets
On-Site
Master's
5,001-10,000

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Senior Director, Research Advisory Services
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Senior Director, Research Advisory Services
EAB
Washington, Washington DC
Consulting & Professional Services
Customer Success
Human Resources
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$95k - $140k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's
1,001-5,000

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Senior Level Clinical Research Consultant Job Market

Who's Hiring

AbbVie9 open roles
NVIDIA9 open roles
The Clear Fund7 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software87
  • Education68
  • Consulting & Professional Services41
  • Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals37
  • Science & Research36

Senior Level Clinical Research Consultant Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get a senior level clinical research consultant job?

Employers at this level expect candidates who can independently lead complex studies, manage sponsor relationships, and mentor junior staff. A strong application highlights protocol authorship, therapeutic area expertise, and demonstrated accountability for timelines and deliverables. Certifications such as CCRC or CCRA strengthen your profile, and a portfolio of studies you have led end-to-end sets you apart from mid-level applicants.

Which companies hire senior level clinical research consultants?

Companies hiring senior level clinical research consultants right now include AbbVie, NVIDIA, and The Clear Fund, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level typically comes from large contract research organizations, pharmaceutical and biotech companies, and medical device manufacturers with active clinical pipelines.

Are there remote senior level clinical research consultant jobs?

Yes, though site-facing responsibilities mean full remote roles are more selective at this level. About 34% of senior level clinical research consultant openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with hybrid arrangements most common for roles that include periodic site visits, sponsor meetings, or regulatory submissions requiring in-person coordination.

What makes a clinical research consultant role senior level?

Senior level roles are defined by independent ownership of study execution, not just task completion. You are expected to author or review protocols, resolve complex regulatory or operational issues without escalation, serve as the primary point of contact for sponsors or investigative sites, and guide less experienced consultants. The scope is broader, the accountability is direct, and the decisions you make have downstream consequences for trial outcomes.

Which industries hire the most senior level clinical research consultants?

Senior Level clinical research consultant roles concentrate in Technology & Software, Education, and Consulting & Professional Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive demand because they maintain large ongoing trial portfolios and require experienced consultants who can manage regulatory complexity, oversee multi-site studies, and ensure compliance at scale.