Clinical Research Coordinator Jobs in Philadelphia, PA
Clinical Research Coordinator jobs in Philadelphia are in strong demand, concentrated in University City, Center City, and the health sciences corridor along North Broad Street, across academic medical centers, contract research organizations, and biopharma companies. Employers hiring right now include University of Pennsylvania, Thomas Jefferson University & Jefferson Health, and Children's Hospital of Philadelphia. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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The Clinical In Vivo Gene Therapy group (CIGT) is dedicated to developing and conducting adeno-associated virus gene transfer and molecular therapy trials at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. Through industry partnerships and investigator-initiated trials, CIGT seeks to further the development of transformative human therapies and to build upon CHOP’s legacy as a leader in gene therapy research. Led by experts in in vivo gene therapy research, with more than 10 years of clinical trial experience, the CIGT team has a wealth of knowledge to navigate the complex safety, regulatory, and clinical care considerations of gene therapy clinical research. Our group offers resources to support the startup and conduct of industry-sponsored trials, as well as regulatory and clinical operations support for CHOP investigator-initiated clinical trials. Under minimal supervision, the Clinical Research Coordinator II coordinates all clinical research activities within the scope of clinical research protocols within the CIGT. The CRC is responsible for all study activities for multiple clinical trials in various therapeutic areas including hematology, ophthalmology, metabolism, neurology, and audiology. CRCII works closely with PIs and study Sponsors to complete study start-up activities, oversee patient enrollment and ensure all research visits are performed according to protocol. The position also has primary responsibility for IRB submissions and reporting. Must be able to work independently and manage workflow across multiple projects.
What you will do
- Core responsibilities
- Adhere to an IRB approved protocol
- Participate in the informed consent process of study subjects
- Support the safety of clinical research patients/research participants
- Coordinate protocol related research procedures, study visits, and follow-up care
- Screen, recruit and enroll patients/research participants
- Maintain study source documents
- Report adverse events
- Understand good clinical practice (GCP) and regulatory compliance
- Educate subjects and family on protocol, study intervention, etc.
- Comply with Institutional policies, standard operating procedures (SOPs) and guidelines
- Must comply with federal, state, and sponsor policies
- Related responsibilities
- Prepare, manage, submit, and maintain essential regulatory documents (e.g. IRB, FDA, etc.) and remain aware of the regulatory status for projects within scope of role
- Register study on ClinicalTrial.gov as appropriate
- Complete case report forms (paper & electronic data capture) and address queries
- Facilitate pre-study, site qualification, study initiation, and monitoring visit as appropriate
- Facilitate study close out activities as appropriate
- Coordinate research/project team meetings
- Collect, process and ship laboratory specimens
- Schedule subject visits and procedures
- Retain records/archive documents after study close out
- Additional Responsibilities may include
- Manage study finances including sponsor invoicing & resolving study subject billing issues
- Develop advertisement materials
- Act as liaison for research subject, investigator, IRB, sponsor, and healthcare professionals
- Organize and/or run study-related meetings locally or across teams (for multi-site projects)
- Support study team communications and outreach
- Provide training to junior staff on conduct of research studies
- Document investigational product (drug/device) accountability
- Self-monitor and self-audit responsibilities
- Develop informed consent document and/or draft or edit IRB protocols or related documents such as study administration manuals
- Maintain Clinical Trial.gov
- Develop Case Report Forms
- Assignments to include more complex studies
Education Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree Required
- Master's Degree in a related field Preferred
Experience Qualifications
- At least two (2) years of clinical/research coordination experience Required
- At least three (3) years of clinical/research coordination experience Preferred
Skills and Abilities
- Basic knowledge of IRB and human subject protection
- Excellent verbal and written communications skills
- Strong time management skills
- Ability to collaborate with stakeholders at all levels
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$58,300.00 - $72,900.00 AnnuallySalary ranges are shown for full-time jobs. If you're working part-time, your pay will be adjusted accordingly.
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Who's Hiring
- University of Pennsylvania22

- Thomas Jefferson University & Jefferson Health13

- Children's Hospital of Philadelphia9

- Albert Einstein Medical Center3

- Adams Clinical2

Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services14
- Education9
- Agriculture & Farming3
- Science & Research2
Clinical Research Coordinator Jobs in Philadelphia: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a clinical research coordinator job in Philadelphia?
Philadelphia's strongest hiring comes from its academic medical centers, children's hospitals, and the cluster of contract research organizations operating out of University City and Center City. Candidates with hands-on trial coordination experience, proficiency in electronic data capture systems, and familiarity with IRB submission processes stand out locally. Targeting research-active institutions along the health sciences corridor on North Broad Street and in West Philadelphia gives applicants the broadest set of openings.
Which companies hire clinical research coordinators in Philadelphia?
Companies currently hiring clinical research coordinators in Philadelphia include University of Pennsylvania, Thomas Jefferson University & Jefferson Health, and Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Philadelphia's hiring base is anchored by large academic health systems, specialty research hospitals, and a growing number of biopharma and CRO offices that use the city as a regional hub.
Are there remote clinical research coordinator jobs in Philadelphia?
Yes, though most positions require at least some on-site presence given the hands-on nature of clinical trial work. About 36% of clinical research coordinator openings tied to Philadelphia are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, with the most location-flexible roles concentrated in data management, regulatory affairs coordination, and sponsor-side monitoring positions at CROs.
How can I get a clinical research coordinator job in Philadelphia with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path in Philadelphia is through a clinical research assistant or study coordinator I role at one of the city's large academic health systems or teaching hospitals, which routinely hire candidates with a life sciences degree and no prior trial experience. Volunteer or paid research assistant positions at Penn Medicine, Jefferson Health, or CHOP research departments give candidates the IRB and protocol exposure that hiring managers look for before moving into full coordination roles.
Which industries hire the most clinical research coordinators in Philadelphia?
The sectors hiring the most clinical research coordinators in Philadelphia are Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Agriculture & Farming, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Philadelphia's deep concentration of academic medical centers, specialty hospitals, and life sciences companies, particularly around University City and the Navy Yard, makes it one of the more active clinical research markets on the East Coast.
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