Clinical Research Jobs in Georgia

Clinical Research jobs in Georgia are in strong and growing demand, concentrated in pharmaceutical development, academic medical centers, and biotech, with openings at every level from entry-level research coordinator through principal investigator and clinical operations director. Atlanta, Athens, and Augusta are the primary hiring hubs, anchored by employers such as Emory University, Piedmont Healthcare, and Pfizer's Georgia operations. The most consistently sought specialties in Georgia include oncology trials, cardiovascular research, and regulatory affairs coordination. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles48
Top employerEmory University
Top cityAtlanta, GA
Cities hiring15
Work type50% Remote
Top industryEducation

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Clinical Research Coordinator I
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Clinical Research Coordinator I
Emory University
Atlanta, Georgia
Clinical Trials & Medical Research
Healthcare Administration
Clinical Trials
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Hybrid
High School
10,000+

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Clinical Research Coordinator II - Wellstar Research Institute - FT/Day - Paulding
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Clinical Research Coordinator II - Wellstar Research Institute - FT/Day - Paulding
Wellstar Health System
Hiram, Georgia
Compliance & Legal
Compliance & Risk
Consulting & Professional Services
Human Resources
Master's degree in health science
10,000+

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Clinical Research Coordinator II- School of Medicine, Geriatrics
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Clinical Research Coordinator II- School of Medicine, Geriatrics
Emory University
Atlanta, Georgia
Biotech & Life Sciences
Clinical Trials & Medical Research
Data Science
Research & Academia
Remote (US)
Master's degree in business administration
10,000+

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Clinical Research Coordinator III- School of Medicine, Pathology
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Clinical Research Coordinator III- School of Medicine, Pathology
Emory University
Atlanta, Georgia
Program Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
Remote (US)
Master's degree in business administration
10,000+

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Clinical Research Coordinator I - School of Medicine Psychiatry
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Clinical Research Coordinator I - School of Medicine Psychiatry
Emory University
Atlanta, Georgia
Program Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
On-Site
Master's degree in business administration
10,000+

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Clinical Research Jobs by City in Georgia

Where Georgia roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Decatur
3 jobs
Augusta
2 jobs
Columbus
2 jobs
Woodstock
2 jobs
Hiram
1 job
Athens
1 job
Dalton
1 job
Duluth
1 job

Clinical Research Job Market in Georgia

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

Who's Hiring

  • Emory University22
  • Alcanza Clinical Research4
  • Clincept2
  • Wellstar Health System2
  • IQVIA1

Top Industries Hiring

  • Education

What Georgia Employers Look For

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

  • Bachelor's degree in life sciences, nursing, or a related clinical field required
  • ACRP or SOCRA certification (CCRC, CCRP) strongly preferred by Georgia employers
  • Experience with ICH-GCP guidelines and FDA regulatory requirements for clinical trials
  • Proficiency in electronic data capture systems such as Medidata Rave or Oracle Clinical
  • Ability to coordinate IRB submissions and maintain study documentation to audit-ready standards
  • Strong written communication skills for protocol deviation reporting and sponsor interactions

Clinical Research Jobs in Georgia: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a clinical research in Georgia?

The most direct path into clinical research in Georgia is a bachelor's degree in a life sciences, nursing, or health-related field, followed by an entry-level role such as clinical research coordinator. Georgia does not require a state-issued license specific to clinical research, but most Georgia employers expect or strongly prefer certification from the Association of Clinical Research Professionals or the Society of Clinical Research Associates, earned by passing the CCRC or CCRP exam after meeting their experience requirements.

Which companies hire clinical researchs in Georgia?

Employers hiring clinical researchs in Georgia right now include Emory University, Alcanza Clinical Research, and Clincept, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Georgia's concentration of academic health systems and pharmaceutical contract research organizations means hiring is active across both large institutions and specialized CRO sites throughout the state.

Which Georgia cities have the most clinical research jobs?

Atlanta, Decatur, and Augusta account for the largest share of clinical research openings in Georgia. Atlanta dominates because of its density of academic medical centers, hospital systems, and CRO offices, while Athens and Augusta draw openings through the University of Georgia's research programs and Augusta University's medical campus, which together support a steady pipeline of trial activity outside the metro.

Are there remote clinical research jobs in Georgia?

Yes, but they are less common than in purely desk-based fields, since many clinical research roles require on-site patient contact, facility access, or monitoring visits. About 55% of clinical research openings tied to Georgia are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting the portion of the field that is administrative or data-focused. Roles most likely to be remote include clinical data management, regulatory submissions, and sponsor-side monitoring coordination.

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

The most realistic entry path is applying for a clinical research coordinator I or study coordinator role at one of Georgia's large academic health systems, where Emory Healthcare, Augusta University Health, and Grady Health System regularly hire candidates coming directly from undergraduate life sciences or nursing programs. A completed Good Clinical Practice certification and any hands-on exposure through a clinical internship or as a medical scribe or patient care technician significantly strengthens an application for these new-graduate-level positions.

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

You can find and apply to clinical research jobs in Georgia on Migrate Mate, which lists current Georgia openings across Atlanta, Augusta, Athens, and other locations in the state. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience level and specialty, then apply directly to the ones that fit.

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