Clinical Research Coordinator Jobs in Illinois

Clinical Research Coordinator jobs in Illinois are in strong demand, concentrated in academic medical centers, pharmaceutical research organizations, and hospital-based oncology and cardiology programs, with openings at every level from entry-level research assistant to senior coordinator. Chicago, Evanston, and Maywood anchor most of the hiring, where institutions like Northwestern Medicine, the University of Chicago Medicine, and Loyola University Medical Center maintain large, active clinical trials programs. The most sought-after specialties are oncology trials, cardiovascular research, and Phase I through Phase III pharmaceutical studies. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles44
Top employerRush University Medical Center
Top cityChicago, IL
Cities hiring13
Work type73% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago
Clinical Research Coordinator I-Perinatal Origins of Disease
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Clinical Research Coordinator I-Perinatal Origins of Disease
Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago
Streeterville, Illinois
Biotech & Life Sciences
Clinical Trials
Healthcare Administration
Research & Academia
$22.25 - $36.38/hr
High school diploma or GED
1,001-5,000

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Rush University Medical Center
Clinical Research Coordinator II - Neurology Movement Disorders
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Rush University Medical Center
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Clinical Research Coordinator II - Neurology Movement Disorders
Rush University Medical Center
Chicago, Illinois
Data Analytics
Data Science
$27.47 - $38.81/hr
Bachelor's degree

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Associated Urological Specialists
Clinical Research Coordinator, RN
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Associated Urological Specialists
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Clinical Research Coordinator, RN
Associated Urological Specialists
Chicago Ridge, Illinois
Administrative & Office Support
Office Management
Project Management
$37 - $40/hr
Hybrid
BLS Certification
51-200

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The University of Chicago
Clinical Research Coordinator 3
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The University of Chicago
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Clinical Research Coordinator 3
The University of Chicago
Chicago, Illinois
Biotech & Life Sciences
Clinical Trials
Research & Academia
$65k - $80k/yr
10,000+

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Rush University Medical Center
Clinical Research Coordinator II - Office of Research Affairs (ORA)
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Rush University Medical Center
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Clinical Research Coordinator II - Office of Research Affairs (ORA)
Rush University Medical Center
Chicago, Illinois
Administrative & Office Support
Office Management
Project Management
$27.47 - $38.81/hr
Bachelor's degree

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Clinical Research Coordinator Jobs by City in Illinois

Where Illinois roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Streeterville
6 jobs
Elgin
2 jobs
Lemont
1 job
Moline
1 job
Peoria
1 job
Maywood
1 job
Winfield
1 job
Oak Brook
1 job

Clinical Research Coordinator Job Market in Illinois

A snapshot from current Illinois openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Rush University Medical Center
    Rush University Medical Center11
  • Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago
    Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago6
  • INSIGHT
    INSIGHT4
  • Northwestern Medicine
    Northwestern Medicine3
  • Loyola University Chicago
    Loyola University Chicago2

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services11
  • Education6
  • Science & Research2
  • Distribution & Wholesale1
  • Transportation & Logistics1

What Illinois Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in clinical research coordinator jobs across Illinois.

  • Bachelor's degree in life sciences, nursing, or a related health field required
  • ACRP or SOCRA certification (CCRC or CCRP) strongly preferred by Illinois employers
  • Minimum one to two years of clinical research or patient-facing healthcare experience
  • Familiarity with FDA regulations, ICH-GCP guidelines, and IRB submission processes
  • Experience using electronic data capture systems such as REDCap or Medidata Rave
  • Strong written communication skills for protocol documentation and regulatory correspondence

Clinical Research Coordinator Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a clinical research coordinator in Illinois?

The most direct path is earning a bachelor's degree in a life science, nursing, or public health field, then pursuing professional certification through the Association of Clinical Research Professionals (ACRP) or the Society of Clinical Research Associates (SOCRA). Illinois does not issue a state license specific to clinical research coordinators, so the CCRC or CCRP credential serves as the recognized standard for Illinois employers. Many Chicago-area academic medical centers also accept candidates who transition from clinical nursing or lab roles.

How much do clinical research coordinators make in Illinois?

Clinical research coordinators in Illinois earn a median of about $159,670 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $85,210 for the lowest 10% to over $281,660 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire clinical research coordinators in Illinois?

Employers hiring clinical research coordinators in Illinois right now include Rush University Medical Center, Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago, and INSIGHT, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Illinois's concentration of academic medical centers and contract research organizations in the Chicago metro makes it one of the more consistent markets in the Midwest for this role.

Which Illinois cities have the most clinical research coordinator jobs?

Chicago, Streeterville, and Elgin have the most clinical research coordinator openings in Illinois. Chicago dominates due to its dense cluster of academic hospitals, cancer research centers, and pharmaceutical company offices, while Evanston and Maywood draw demand from Northwestern Medicine and Loyola University Medical Center, both of which run extensive multi-site clinical trials programs.

Are there remote clinical research coordinator jobs in Illinois?

Yes, but they're limited, since most coordinator work involves direct patient contact, on-site protocol execution, and in-person regulatory oversight at trial facilities. About 27% of clinical research coordinator openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those positions tend to cover data entry, regulatory document management, or sponsor-facing coordination that does not require physical presence at a clinic.

How can I get hired as a clinical research coordinator in Illinois with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying for a clinical research associate or research assistant role at one of Chicago's large academic medical centers, which regularly hire candidates without prior trials experience and provide on-the-job GCP training. Northwestern Medicine and University of Chicago Medicine both run structured research career development tracks suited to new graduates. Moving laterally from a phlebotomist, medical assistant, or clinical lab technician role is another common route, and completing the ACRP or SOCRA certification exam early gives candidates a concrete edge over other applicants with similar backgrounds.

Where can I find and apply to clinical research coordinator jobs in Illinois?

You can find and apply to clinical research coordinator jobs in Illinois on Migrate Mate, which lists current Illinois openings across Chicago, the suburbs, and downstate locations. Find the roles that fit your experience and specialty and apply directly to each one.

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