Clinical Research Jobs
Clinical Research jobs are open across pharmaceutical companies, contract research organizations, academic medical centers, and hospitals, from entry-level coordinator to director level, with specializations in clinical trials management, regulatory affairs, and data management. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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INTRODUCTION
When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you’re making a difference in people’s lives.
JOB SUMMARY
A Research Student will be trained through a mentor in the principles, conduct and interpretation of research in conjunction with a related or unrelated educational program.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Learns and conducts routine tests following established procedures, which may include assays, DNA sequencing, tissue culture, protein purification, Southern blotting, PCR analysis, electrophoresis, and/or chromatography. Learns and uses standard research equipment such as microscopes, incubators, autoclaves, centrifuges. Collects basic study data through monitoring devices and maintains daily logs/basic records of methodologies and test results. With supervision, using databases, may summarize data and interpret results using descriptive statistics and basic hypothesis testing. Attends Medical Center lectures regarding all safety requirements/conditions. Attends courses, lectures, and conferences to further own knowledge of research. May perform literature searches and library investigations as they relate to the research.
PAY RANGE
$15.00 – $24.04
The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law. Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law.
As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment.
LOCATION
Boston, MA
JOB DETAILS
- Employment: Per Diem
- Shift: Day
- Category: Academic Research
- Pay Range: $15.00 - $24.04
- FLSA: Non-Exempt
- Req ID: JR97790
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER/VETERANS/DISABLED
INTRODUCTION
When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you’re making a difference in people’s lives.
JOB SUMMARY
A Research Student will be trained through a mentor in the principles, conduct and interpretation of research in conjunction with a related or unrelated educational program.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Learns and conducts routine tests following established procedures, which may include assays, DNA sequencing, tissue culture, protein purification, Southern blotting, PCR analysis, electrophoresis, and/or chromatography. Learns and uses standard research equipment such as microscopes, incubators, autoclaves, centrifuges. Collects basic study data through monitoring devices and maintains daily logs/basic records of methodologies and test results. With supervision, using databases, may summarize data and interpret results using descriptive statistics and basic hypothesis testing. Attends Medical Center lectures regarding all safety requirements/conditions. Attends courses, lectures, and conferences to further own knowledge of research. May perform literature searches and library investigations as they relate to the research.
PAY RANGE
$15.00 – $24.04
The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law. Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law.
As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment.
LOCATION
Boston, MA
JOB DETAILS
- Employment: Per Diem
- Shift: Day
- Category: Academic Research
- Pay Range: $15.00 - $24.04
- FLSA: Non-Exempt
- Req ID: JR97790
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER/VETERANS/DISABLED
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A snapshot from current openings nationwide, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Medpace274
- Dana-Farber Cancer Institute121
- Emory University95
- St. Jude Children's Research Hospital87
- Genentech83
Top Industries Hiring
- Education2,123
- Healthcare & Medical Services1,480
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals1,190
- Science & Research722
- Consulting & Professional Services263
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in clinical research jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in life sciences, nursing, or a related field
- Good Clinical Practice (GCP) certification from an accredited body
- Experience with electronic data capture systems such as Medidata Rave or Veeva
- Familiarity with FDA regulations and ICH guidelines governing clinical trials
- Experience coordinating or monitoring Phase I through Phase III clinical studies
- Strong source data verification and regulatory document management skills
Tips for Your Clinical Research Job Search
Tailor your resume to protocol experience
List specific therapeutic areas, phases of clinical trials you've worked on, and the number of sites you've managed. Hiring managers scan for these details fast, and a generic research resume without protocol context rarely advances to a phone screen.
Get your GCP certification current
Most clinical research coordinator and associate roles require Good Clinical Practice certification. Renew it before you apply, and list the issuing body and completion date prominently on your resume so recruiters don't have to ask.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists clinical research openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Filter openings by therapeutic area first
Your oncology monitoring experience doesn't translate seamlessly to a cardiovascular study, and hiring managers know it. Target postings in the therapeutic areas where you have direct protocol exposure to make your application far more competitive.
Prepare a scenario answer for protocol deviations
Interviewers almost always ask how you've handled a protocol deviation or an audit finding. Walk through the specific deviation, your corrective action, and how you documented the outcome. Vague answers about following SOPs won't differentiate you.
Negotiate start date around study timelines
If you're mid-study at your current role, frame your notice period in terms of transition risk to the sponsor, not personal preference. Sponsors and CROs respect candidates who think about continuity, and it opens room to negotiate a start date that works for both sides.
Clinical Research Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most clinical researchs?
The companies hiring the most clinical researchs right now include Medpace, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, and Emory University, with the largest share of openings in California, Massachusetts, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Contract research organizations and large pharmaceutical sponsors tend to post the highest volume of openings consistently throughout the year.
How many clinical research jobs are remote?
About 12% of clinical research openings are fully remote or hybrid as of June 2026, though availability varies significantly by sub-role. Clinical research associate and data management positions are the most likely to be offered remotely, while site coordinator and on-site monitoring roles still typically require regular physical presence at investigator sites.
How do you become a clinical research?
Start with a bachelor's degree in a life science, nursing, or a health-related field, then complete a GCP certification course to meet the baseline requirement most employers list. Build hands-on exposure through internships, volunteer research coordination at an academic medical center, or a certified clinical research professional program. From there, entry-level coordinator roles at hospitals or CROs are the most common first step into the field.
How do you get hired in clinical research with little experience?
Target entry-level clinical research coordinator roles at academic hospitals and site management organizations, which routinely hire candidates with laboratory or patient-facing healthcare backgrounds instead of direct trial experience. Completing your GCP certification before you apply removes a common screening barrier, and any hands-on exposure to IRB submissions, informed consent processes, or source document preparation will strengthen your application significantly.
What does the clinical research interview process look like?
Most clinical research interviews begin with a recruiter screen focused on your trial phase experience and therapeutic area background, followed by a hiring manager interview that typically includes scenario-based questions about protocol deviations, adverse event reporting, and regulatory submissions. Senior or monitoring roles often add a practical exercise or case study. Final rounds frequently involve a panel with a clinical operations lead or a study sponsor representative.
Where can I find and apply to clinical research jobs?
You can find and apply to clinical research jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience, therapeutic area background, and preferred location, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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