Clinical Research Jobs in New Jersey
Clinical Research jobs in New Jersey are concentrated in one of the most active life sciences markets in the country, with demand reaching from entry-level coordinators through senior principal investigators across pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and academic medical center employers. The heaviest hiring is in Princeton, New Brunswick, and Newark, where companies like Johnson & Johnson, Merck, and Novartis maintain deep research and development operations in New Jersey. Oncology, neurology, and rare disease trials are among the most in-demand specialties for clinical research professionals in the state. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Clinical Research Coordinator, 2+ years experience required – Full-Time, On-Site at our Pennington, NJ or Philadelphia, PA office
We are hiring coordinators for both of our offices, Pennington, NJ and Philadelphia, PA. Apply once and tell us which office you can get to; we will place you where you fit and where the need is.
This is a hands-on coordinator job for someone who has already done it. You need at least two years of experience as a Clinical Research Coordinator at a U.S. research site, you need to be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship, and you need to be able to work in person every workday at one of our two offices. If that's you, keep reading. If not, this isn't the role for you, and we'd rather say so up front than waste your time.
Clinical Research Philadelphia (CRP) has been running clinical trials for nearly 30 years, more than 500 of them, for many of the largest pharmaceutical and biotech companies. Our Philadelphia office runs studies in cardio-metabolic disease, liver disease, immunology, women's health, and Alzheimer's, and our Pennington office runs studies in cardiology, dermatology, and migraine. Both are growing. We are a technology-forward site: electronic source, CRIO, sponsor EDC systems, and workflows built so coordinators spend their time with patients instead of paper. Learn more at www.phillyresearch.com.
You'll own your own studies at whichever office you're placed in. That means your patients, your visits, your data entry the same day, your queries answered. You'll work alongside the other coordinators at your office, our principal investigators, and our lab and operations teams, with support from the other office, but the studies you're assigned are yours.
What you'd do
- Run study visits start to finish for the studies you own: screening, consent, vitals, ECGs, blood draws, specimen processing and shipping, and prepping patients for the investigator
- Enter source and EDC data the same day as the visit, and answer sponsor and CRO queries yourself, promptly
- Keep your studies inspection-ready: regulatory binders, drug accountability, temperature logs, training records
- Work directly with monitors during visits and close out their findings
- Schedule and remind your patients, and build the kind of relationship that keeps them coming back for every visit
- Report adverse events correctly and on time, and flag out-of-range labs to the investigator
- Help recruit: phone screens, pre-screening from referrals, and occasional community events near your office
- Work from the office your studies are run from. We will tell you which office before we make an offer
Must-haves (we will ask about every one of these before an interview)
- At least 2 years as a Clinical Research Coordinator at a research site in the United States. Experience only outside the U.S., in a lab, in data analysis, or in a regulatory-only role does not count toward this. Time as a research assistant or clinical trial assistant counts for half.
- Authorized to work in the United States now and in the future without employer sponsorship. We do not sponsor visas, and we cannot make exceptions.
- Lives within a reasonable daily drive of at least one of our offices and has reliable transportation. For Pennington, NJ, that means Mercer, Hunterdon, Somerset, Middlesex, or Burlington County, NJ, or Bucks County, PA; Pennington is not on a train line. For Philadelphia, PA (Northeast Philadelphia, 19114), that means Philadelphia, Bucks, or Montgomery County, PA, or Burlington County, NJ. We do not offer relocation assistance, and we will ask where you live now.
- Able to work in person every workday at the office you're placed in. This is not a hybrid or remote role. Some days start around 6:30 to 7:00 AM for fasting visits.
- Hands-on with study technology. You have entered data in an EDC system, used sponsor portals, and worked from electronic source. Experience with CRIO is a plus.
- Planning to stay. We invest heavily in training and want someone who sees themselves here for at least two years.
- A resume that shows all of the above. Applications without a resume are not reviewed.
This is a coordinator position. If you are a physician, pharmacist, or PhD looking for a senior research or leadership role, this job will not be the right fit and the pay will not match your expectations.
Strongly preferred
- Phlebotomy. You draw blood confidently, including on difficult sticks, and can process and ship specimens. A certification is nice; regular practice matters more. We will ask you to describe your last month of draws.
- Spanish. Enough to consent a patient and walk them through a visit in Spanish, not just greet them. Both offices serve Spanish-speaking communities and we are actively recruiting Spanish-speaking patients. We will do part of the interview in Spanish if you list it.
- Experience with CRIO
- Cardiology, cardio-metabolic, liver, dermatology, immunology, or migraine study experience
- Bachelor's degree in a health or science field, or a clinical background (MA, LPN, RN, EMT)
- ACRP or SoCRA certification
Pay, schedule, and how to apply
Pay: Competitive, based on experience; discussed during the interview. Exceptional candidates may be offered a signing bonus tied to a two-year retention agreement.
Benefits: Health, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k), ongoing training, and a clear path to senior coordinator.
Schedule: Full-time, Monday to Friday, on-site at our Pennington, NJ or Philadelphia, PA office. Occasional early starts around 6:30 AM for fasting visits.
To apply: Submit your resume on Indeed, answer the screening questions, and tell us which office you can commute to. Applications without a resume, or with the screening questions left blank, are not reviewed. If you move forward, we will ask you to complete a short questionnaire and a 30-minute protocol reading exercise before the interview.
Clinical Research Philadelphia is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- How many years have you worked as a Clinical Research Coordinator at a research site located in the United States?
- Are you looking for a position where you would stay at least two years?
- What city do you currently live in?
- Which of our offices can you reliably commute to every workday: Pennington NJ, Philadelphia PA, or both?
Language:
- Spanish (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
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Clinical Research Job Market in New Jersey
A snapshot from current New Jersey openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- IQVIA10

- Hackensack Meridian Health8

- NS Pharma3

- The Heart house3T
- Colgate-Palmolive3

Top Industries Hiring
- Chemicals & Materials
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- Science & Research
- Consulting & Professional Services
What New Jersey Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in clinical research jobs across New Jersey.
- Bachelor's degree in life sciences, nursing, or a closely related field required
- Society of Clinical Research Associates or ACRP certification strongly preferred by New Jersey employers
- Demonstrated experience with FDA regulations, ICH-GCP guidelines, and IRB submission processes
- Proficiency in electronic data capture systems such as Medidata Rave or Oracle Inform
- Strong understanding of Phase I through Phase IV clinical trial protocols and site monitoring
- Excellent written communication skills for authoring regulatory documents and adverse event reports
Clinical Research Jobs in New Jersey: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a clinical research professional in New Jersey?
Most clinical research positions in New Jersey require at least a bachelor's degree in a life sciences discipline, nursing, or public health, combined with GCP training. New Jersey does not issue a state-specific license for clinical research coordinators or associates, but employers strongly favor candidates holding credentials from the Society of Clinical Research Associates or the Association of Clinical Research Professionals. Many roles at New Jersey pharmaceutical and biotech companies also expect prior hands-on experience with regulated trials.
Which companies hire clinical research professionals in New Jersey?
Employers hiring clinical research professionals in New Jersey right now include IQVIA, Hackensack Meridian Health, and NS Pharma, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. New Jersey's dense concentration of global pharmaceutical headquarters and contract research organizations makes it one of the most consistently active hiring environments for clinical research talent in the United States.
Which New Jersey cities have the most clinical research jobs?
Paramus, Parsippany-Troy Hills, and Newark have the most clinical research openings in New Jersey. The distribution reflects the state's pharmaceutical corridor, where major corporate campuses and research parks are anchored around Princeton and New Brunswick, while Newark's proximity to academic medical centers and hospital networks drives additional hiring for site-based and coordinative clinical research roles.
Are there remote clinical research jobs in New Jersey?
Yes, but they are limited. About 40% of clinical research openings tied to New Jersey are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting the fact that much of the work requires on-site protocol execution, patient interaction, or laboratory access. The roles most likely to offer remote or hybrid flexibility are data management, regulatory affairs writing, and clinical monitoring positions that do not require direct site presence.
How can I get hired as a clinical research professional in New Jersey with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is through a clinical research coordinator role at one of New Jersey's many hospital or academic medical center research departments, such as those at RWJBarnabas Health or Hackensack Meridian Health, which regularly bring on early-career candidates. A completed GCP certification and any internship or volunteer experience through a university research office significantly improves candidacy. Professionals transitioning from adjacent roles like clinical data entry, pharmacy technician, or regulatory affairs assistant also find these positions accessible.
Where can I find and apply to clinical research jobs in New Jersey?
You can find and apply to clinical research jobs in New Jersey on Migrate Mate, which lists current New Jersey openings from employers actively hiring in the state. Search the listings, identify the roles that match your background and target specialty, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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