Clinical Research Coordinator Jobs in Washington
Clinical Research Coordinator jobs in Washington are concentrated in Seattle, Spokane, and Bellevue, where anchor institutions like Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center, University of Washington Medicine, and Seattle Children's Research Institute drive steady demand at every level from entry-level research assistants to senior CRCs. Oncology trials, cardiovascular studies, and infectious disease research are the most in-demand specialties across the state, reflecting Washington's deep investment in translational medicine and biotech. Washington is consistently among the most active clinical research markets in the country. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Top employerFred Hutchinson Cancer Center
Top citySeattle, WA
Cities hiring4
Work type83% On-site
Top credentialBachelor's degree
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Clinical Research Coordinator II - NCTN
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Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center
Clinical Research Coordinator II - NCTN
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Clinical Research Coordinator II - Bilingual (Spanish)
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Seattle Children's
Clinical Research Coordinator II - Bilingual (Spanish)
Seattle, Washington
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Clinical Research Coordinator III
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Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center
Clinical Research Coordinator III
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Clinical Research Coordinator I or II – Clinical Trials
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Clinical Research Coordinator I
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Clinical Research Coordinator II - NCTN
Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center·Seattle, Washington
Job functions:
$32.63 - $48.93/hr
High school diploma or GED
1,001-5,000 employees
Job Description
Overview:
With a track record of global leadership in bone marrow transplantation, HIV/AIDS prevention, immunotherapy and COVID-19 vaccines, Fred Hutch has earned a reputation as one of the world’s leading cancer, infectious disease and biomedical research centers. Fred Hutch operates eight clinical care sites that provide medical oncology, infusion, radiation, proton therapy and related services, and network affiliations with hospitals in five states. Together, our fully integrated research and clinical care teams seek to discover new cures to the world’s deadliest diseases and make life beyond cancer a reality.
At Fred Hutch we value collaboration, compassion, determination, excellence, innovation, integrity and respect. Our mission is directly tied to the humanity, dignity and inherent value of each employee, patient, community member and supporter. Our commitment to learning across our differences and similarities make us stronger. We seek employees who bring different and innovative ways of seeing the world and solving problems.
The Clinical Research Coordinator II is responsible for day-to-day coordination of National Clinical Trials Network (NCTN) clinical trials and associated research studies. The position oversees subject-level study workflows including screening patients for eligibility, performing enrollments, tracking patient visits, abstracting and reporting study data, coordinating research specimen collection and submission, and creating and maintaining research documentation. Collaborates with investigators, clinical teams, and Data Coordination staff within Clinical Research Support to ensure high-quality, compliant study conduct.
Reporting to the Senior Manager/Manager of Clinical Trials Coordination, the coordinator will be part of a centralized NCTN research team supporting clinical trial activities across multiple disease programs and care settings. This position serves as a shared departmental resource and may support study activation, enrollment, participant follow-up, and ongoing trial operations across Fred Hutch campuses and affiliated clinical sites.
This position is key to the successful conduct of NCTN studies and advancing clinical research efforts at Fred Hutch.
At Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center, all employees are expected to demonstrate a commitment to our values of collaboration, compassion, determination, excellence, innovation, integrity, and respect.
Responsibilities:
Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center is an independent, nonprofit organization providing adult cancer treatment and groundbreaking research focused on cancer and infectious diseases. Based in Seattle, Fred Hutch is the only National Cancer Institute-designated cancer center in Washington.
With a track record of global leadership in bone marrow transplantation, HIV/AIDS prevention, immunotherapy and COVID-19 vaccines, Fred Hutch has earned a reputation as one of the world’s leading cancer, infectious disease and biomedical research centers. Fred Hutch operates eight clinical care sites that provide medical oncology, infusion, radiation, proton therapy and related services, and network affiliations with hospitals in five states. Together, our fully integrated research and clinical care teams seek to discover new cures to the world’s deadliest diseases and make life beyond cancer a reality.
At Fred Hutch we value collaboration, compassion, determination, excellence, innovation, integrity and respect. Our mission is directly tied to the humanity, dignity and inherent value of each employee, patient, community member and supporter. Our commitment to learning across our differences and similarities make us stronger. We seek employees who bring different and innovative ways of seeing the world and solving problems.
The Clinical Research Coordinator II is responsible for day-to-day coordination of National Clinical Trials Network (NCTN) clinical trials and associated research studies. The position oversees subject-level study workflows including screening patients for eligibility, performing enrollments, tracking patient visits, abstracting and reporting study data, coordinating research specimen collection and submission, and creating and maintaining research documentation. Collaborates with investigators, clinical teams, and Data Coordination staff within Clinical Research Support to ensure high-quality, compliant study conduct.
Reporting to the Senior Manager/Manager of Clinical Trials Coordination, the coordinator will be part of a centralized NCTN research team supporting clinical trial activities across multiple disease programs and care settings. This position serves as a shared departmental resource and may support study activation, enrollment, participant follow-up, and ongoing trial operations across Fred Hutch campuses and affiliated clinical sites.
This position is key to the successful conduct of NCTN studies and advancing clinical research efforts at Fred Hutch.
At Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center, all employees are expected to demonstrate a commitment to our values of collaboration, compassion, determination, excellence, innovation, integrity, and respect.
- Conduct daily clinical operations of assigned research studies in accordance with study protocols, regulatory and GCP guidelines, institutional policy, and applicable National Clinical Trials Network (NCTN) requirements.
- Develop and maintain tools for study implementation, including data collection tools, reference materials, and specific study orders; revise and utilize tools as necessary.
- Create and disseminate study-related educational content for internal and external audiences to ensure safe and accurate protocol implementation.
- Coordinate patient enrollment and participation by reviewing study candidates' medical records for eligibility, initiating enrollment, ensuring informed consent, and maintaining accurate enrollment records.
- Schedule patient clinic visits and ongoing study visits; ensure administrative compliance with study protocols with respect to clinical procedures, laboratory tests, and other patient activities; may administer study questionnaires, ensure drug self-administration accountability with patients, and perform non-clinical ECGs.
- Support NCTN study activation, enrollment, conduct, and follow-up activities across multiple disease programs and clinical practice areas.
- Complete clinical requisition forms as instructed, assemble kits for patient visits, transport laboratory samples, and ensure samples are processed and shipped according to study guidelines; track and maintain research supplies.
- Identify, track, and confirm billable activities for patients; work with internal partners to obtain and submit budget and billing information; may assist in reviewing patient charges to ensure billing compliance.
- Act as protocol liaison with clinical teams, patients, providers, cooperative group representatives, and research staff on study-related topics.
- Prepare and coordinate monitoring visits and respond to queries and other requests from study monitors and cooperative groups, following up with and resolving any issues that may arise.
- Maintain thorough knowledge in the field through attending related project meetings and symposia, reading related literature, maintaining professional associations, and participating in cooperative group activities as applicable.
- Regularly travel between Fred Hutch campuses, affiliated clinical sites, and other research locations to support participant enrollment, study visits, research operations, protocol-specific activities, and attendance at investigator meetings.
- Assist with maintaining appropriate source documentation and/or performing case report form data entry.
- Serve as a shared departmental resource, providing flexible support across disease teams and clinical practice areas to facilitate NCTN study conduct, enrollment, and operational continuity.
- Demonstrate the ability to rapidly integrate into new disease programs, study portfolios, and clinical teams while maintaining high-quality study conduct and participant support.
- Other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Minimum two to three years’ experience in a clinical research or cancer registry environment with regulatory or human research protections.
- Knowledge of clinical trials records, procedures, and computerized data processing systems.
- Demonstrated knowledge of how to synthesize study conduct.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Associate or bachelor’s degree preferred.
- Certified Clinical Research Coordinator (CCRC) or certification as Clinical Research Professional (SOCRA).
- Minimum five years of experience in a research environment with regulatory or human research protections.
- Previous experience working with NIH, FDA and OHRP regulations and medical terminology.
- Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, ability to problem solve and to prioritize multiple competing tasks in a dynamic environment.
- Collaborative focus is essential, as well as strong written and verbal communication skills, including computer skills.
- Ability to work with multiple data management systems including generating reports and sourcing data from systems.
- Ability to extract data from medical records.
- Ability to apply judgement in interpreting regulations, determining impacts, and knowing when to escalate questions and concerns when appropriate.
The hourly pay range for this position is from $32.63 to $48.93 and pay offered will be based on experience and qualifications.
Although Fred Hutch is not sponsoring most H-1B visas at this time, candidates who already hold an H-1B sponsored by another organization and are currently in the U.S. may be eligible for this position.
Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center offers employees a comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance health, well-being, and financial security. Benefits include medical/vision, dental, flexible spending accounts, life, disability, retirement, family life support, employee assistance program, onsite health clinic, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation (12-22 days per year), paid sick leave (12-25 days per year), paid holidays (13 days per year), and paid parental leave (up to 4 weeks).
Additional Information: We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, national origin, sex, age, disability (physical or mental), marital or veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, political ideology, or membership in any other legally protected class. We desire priority referrals of protected veterans. If due to a disability you need assistance/and or a reasonable accommodation during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to Human Resources at hrops@fredhutch.org or by calling 206-667-4700.Although Fred Hutch is not sponsoring most H-1B visas at this time, candidates who already hold an H-1B sponsored by another organization and are currently in the U.S. may be eligible for this position.
Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center offers employees a comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance health, well-being, and financial security. Benefits include medical/vision, dental, flexible spending accounts, life, disability, retirement, family life support, employee assistance program, onsite health clinic, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation (12-22 days per year), paid sick leave (12-25 days per year), paid holidays (13 days per year), and paid parental leave (up to 4 weeks).
Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center
Clinical Research Coordinator II - NCTN
Seattle, Washington
Added 2d ago1,001-5,000 employees
Job functions:
$32.63 - $48.93/hr
High school diploma or GED
Job Description
Overview:
With a track record of global leadership in bone marrow transplantation, HIV/AIDS prevention, immunotherapy and COVID-19 vaccines, Fred Hutch has earned a reputation as one of the world’s leading cancer, infectious disease and biomedical research centers. Fred Hutch operates eight clinical care sites that provide medical oncology, infusion, radiation, proton therapy and related services, and network affiliations with hospitals in five states. Together, our fully integrated research and clinical care teams seek to discover new cures to the world’s deadliest diseases and make life beyond cancer a reality.
At Fred Hutch we value collaboration, compassion, determination, excellence, innovation, integrity and respect. Our mission is directly tied to the humanity, dignity and inherent value of each employee, patient, community member and supporter. Our commitment to learning across our differences and similarities make us stronger. We seek employees who bring different and innovative ways of seeing the world and solving problems.
The Clinical Research Coordinator II is responsible for day-to-day coordination of National Clinical Trials Network (NCTN) clinical trials and associated research studies. The position oversees subject-level study workflows including screening patients for eligibility, performing enrollments, tracking patient visits, abstracting and reporting study data, coordinating research specimen collection and submission, and creating and maintaining research documentation. Collaborates with investigators, clinical teams, and Data Coordination staff within Clinical Research Support to ensure high-quality, compliant study conduct.
Reporting to the Senior Manager/Manager of Clinical Trials Coordination, the coordinator will be part of a centralized NCTN research team supporting clinical trial activities across multiple disease programs and care settings. This position serves as a shared departmental resource and may support study activation, enrollment, participant follow-up, and ongoing trial operations across Fred Hutch campuses and affiliated clinical sites.
This position is key to the successful conduct of NCTN studies and advancing clinical research efforts at Fred Hutch.
At Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center, all employees are expected to demonstrate a commitment to our values of collaboration, compassion, determination, excellence, innovation, integrity, and respect.
Responsibilities:
Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center is an independent, nonprofit organization providing adult cancer treatment and groundbreaking research focused on cancer and infectious diseases. Based in Seattle, Fred Hutch is the only National Cancer Institute-designated cancer center in Washington.
With a track record of global leadership in bone marrow transplantation, HIV/AIDS prevention, immunotherapy and COVID-19 vaccines, Fred Hutch has earned a reputation as one of the world’s leading cancer, infectious disease and biomedical research centers. Fred Hutch operates eight clinical care sites that provide medical oncology, infusion, radiation, proton therapy and related services, and network affiliations with hospitals in five states. Together, our fully integrated research and clinical care teams seek to discover new cures to the world’s deadliest diseases and make life beyond cancer a reality.
At Fred Hutch we value collaboration, compassion, determination, excellence, innovation, integrity and respect. Our mission is directly tied to the humanity, dignity and inherent value of each employee, patient, community member and supporter. Our commitment to learning across our differences and similarities make us stronger. We seek employees who bring different and innovative ways of seeing the world and solving problems.
The Clinical Research Coordinator II is responsible for day-to-day coordination of National Clinical Trials Network (NCTN) clinical trials and associated research studies. The position oversees subject-level study workflows including screening patients for eligibility, performing enrollments, tracking patient visits, abstracting and reporting study data, coordinating research specimen collection and submission, and creating and maintaining research documentation. Collaborates with investigators, clinical teams, and Data Coordination staff within Clinical Research Support to ensure high-quality, compliant study conduct.
Reporting to the Senior Manager/Manager of Clinical Trials Coordination, the coordinator will be part of a centralized NCTN research team supporting clinical trial activities across multiple disease programs and care settings. This position serves as a shared departmental resource and may support study activation, enrollment, participant follow-up, and ongoing trial operations across Fred Hutch campuses and affiliated clinical sites.
This position is key to the successful conduct of NCTN studies and advancing clinical research efforts at Fred Hutch.
At Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center, all employees are expected to demonstrate a commitment to our values of collaboration, compassion, determination, excellence, innovation, integrity, and respect.
- Conduct daily clinical operations of assigned research studies in accordance with study protocols, regulatory and GCP guidelines, institutional policy, and applicable National Clinical Trials Network (NCTN) requirements.
- Develop and maintain tools for study implementation, including data collection tools, reference materials, and specific study orders; revise and utilize tools as necessary.
- Create and disseminate study-related educational content for internal and external audiences to ensure safe and accurate protocol implementation.
- Coordinate patient enrollment and participation by reviewing study candidates' medical records for eligibility, initiating enrollment, ensuring informed consent, and maintaining accurate enrollment records.
- Schedule patient clinic visits and ongoing study visits; ensure administrative compliance with study protocols with respect to clinical procedures, laboratory tests, and other patient activities; may administer study questionnaires, ensure drug self-administration accountability with patients, and perform non-clinical ECGs.
- Support NCTN study activation, enrollment, conduct, and follow-up activities across multiple disease programs and clinical practice areas.
- Complete clinical requisition forms as instructed, assemble kits for patient visits, transport laboratory samples, and ensure samples are processed and shipped according to study guidelines; track and maintain research supplies.
- Identify, track, and confirm billable activities for patients; work with internal partners to obtain and submit budget and billing information; may assist in reviewing patient charges to ensure billing compliance.
- Act as protocol liaison with clinical teams, patients, providers, cooperative group representatives, and research staff on study-related topics.
- Prepare and coordinate monitoring visits and respond to queries and other requests from study monitors and cooperative groups, following up with and resolving any issues that may arise.
- Maintain thorough knowledge in the field through attending related project meetings and symposia, reading related literature, maintaining professional associations, and participating in cooperative group activities as applicable.
- Regularly travel between Fred Hutch campuses, affiliated clinical sites, and other research locations to support participant enrollment, study visits, research operations, protocol-specific activities, and attendance at investigator meetings.
- Assist with maintaining appropriate source documentation and/or performing case report form data entry.
- Serve as a shared departmental resource, providing flexible support across disease teams and clinical practice areas to facilitate NCTN study conduct, enrollment, and operational continuity.
- Demonstrate the ability to rapidly integrate into new disease programs, study portfolios, and clinical teams while maintaining high-quality study conduct and participant support.
- Other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Minimum two to three years’ experience in a clinical research or cancer registry environment with regulatory or human research protections.
- Knowledge of clinical trials records, procedures, and computerized data processing systems.
- Demonstrated knowledge of how to synthesize study conduct.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Associate or bachelor’s degree preferred.
- Certified Clinical Research Coordinator (CCRC) or certification as Clinical Research Professional (SOCRA).
- Minimum five years of experience in a research environment with regulatory or human research protections.
- Previous experience working with NIH, FDA and OHRP regulations and medical terminology.
- Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, ability to problem solve and to prioritize multiple competing tasks in a dynamic environment.
- Collaborative focus is essential, as well as strong written and verbal communication skills, including computer skills.
- Ability to work with multiple data management systems including generating reports and sourcing data from systems.
- Ability to extract data from medical records.
- Ability to apply judgement in interpreting regulations, determining impacts, and knowing when to escalate questions and concerns when appropriate.
The hourly pay range for this position is from $32.63 to $48.93 and pay offered will be based on experience and qualifications.
Although Fred Hutch is not sponsoring most H-1B visas at this time, candidates who already hold an H-1B sponsored by another organization and are currently in the U.S. may be eligible for this position.
Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center offers employees a comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance health, well-being, and financial security. Benefits include medical/vision, dental, flexible spending accounts, life, disability, retirement, family life support, employee assistance program, onsite health clinic, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation (12-22 days per year), paid sick leave (12-25 days per year), paid holidays (13 days per year), and paid parental leave (up to 4 weeks).
Additional Information: We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, national origin, sex, age, disability (physical or mental), marital or veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, political ideology, or membership in any other legally protected class. We desire priority referrals of protected veterans. If due to a disability you need assistance/and or a reasonable accommodation during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to Human Resources at hrops@fredhutch.org or by calling 206-667-4700.Although Fred Hutch is not sponsoring most H-1B visas at this time, candidates who already hold an H-1B sponsored by another organization and are currently in the U.S. may be eligible for this position.
Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center offers employees a comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance health, well-being, and financial security. Benefits include medical/vision, dental, flexible spending accounts, life, disability, retirement, family life support, employee assistance program, onsite health clinic, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation (12-22 days per year), paid sick leave (12-25 days per year), paid holidays (13 days per year), and paid parental leave (up to 4 weeks).
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What Washington Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in clinical research coordinator jobs across Washington.
- Bachelor's degree in life sciences, nursing, or a related health field required
- Experience managing clinical trial protocols under ICH-GCP guidelines
- Proficiency with electronic data capture systems such as REDCap or Medidata
- SOCRA or ACRP certification preferred or required for senior-level positions
- Strong regulatory document management and IRB submission experience
- Ability to coordinate with multi-site investigators and sponsor representatives
Clinical Research Coordinator Jobs in Washington: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a clinical research coordinator in Washington?
Most clinical research coordinators in Washington start with a bachelor's degree in biology, nursing, public health, or a related field, then build experience through entry-level research assistant or coordinator roles. Washington does not require a state-specific license for the CRC role itself, but earning certification through SOCRA (the Society of Clinical Research Associates) or ACRP (the Association of Clinical Research Professionals) strengthens your candidacy considerably with institutions like UW Medicine and Fred Hutchinson.
How much do clinical research coordinators make in Washington?
Clinical research coordinators in Washington earn a median of about $182,480 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $117,590 for the lowest 10% to over $324,740 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire clinical research coordinators in Washington?
Employers hiring clinical research coordinators in Washington right now include Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center, The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine, and Arcetyp, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Washington's concentration of academic medical centers, cancer research institutes, and biotech firms means demand is consistent across both large health systems and contract research organizations operating in the Seattle metro.
Which Washington cities have the most clinical research coordinator jobs?
Seattle, Spokane, and Joint Base Lewis McChord account for the largest share of clinical research coordinator openings in Washington. Seattle dominates because of its dense cluster of academic medical centers, cancer research institutes, and biotech employers, while Spokane's openings are driven largely by Providence Health and Washington State University Health Sciences, making both metros genuine hiring centers rather than secondary spillovers.
Are there remote clinical research coordinator jobs in Washington?
Yes, but they're limited. About 17% of clinical research coordinator openings tied to Washington are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most CRC work. The parts of the role most compatible with remote arrangements are regulatory submissions, data entry, and sponsor communication, while patient visits, specimen collection, and on-site protocol procedures typically require in-person presence.
How can I get hired as a clinical research coordinator in Washington with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a research assistant or clinical trials assistant role at a large Washington academic medical center, where on-the-job training under a senior CRC is standard. Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center and UW Medicine regularly post associate CRC and study coordinator trainee openings designed for candidates without prior trial experience. Coming from a phlebotomy, medical assistant, or clinical data entry background gives you a credible lateral move, and completing a GCP certification course before you apply signals readiness to hiring managers.
Where can I find and apply to clinical research coordinator jobs in Washington?
You can find and apply to clinical research coordinator jobs in Washington on Migrate Mate, which lists current Washington openings across health systems, research institutes, and contract research organizations. Search the roles that fit your experience level and specialty area, then apply directly to the ones that match.
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