Clinical Research Manager Jobs in New Jersey

Clinical Research Manager jobs in New Jersey sit at the center of one of the most active pharmaceutical and life sciences markets in the country, with demand at every level from associate manager through senior director. Most hiring concentrates in the Parsippany, Princeton, and Newark corridors, where companies like Johnson & Johnson, Merck, and Pfizer maintain major operations. The most consistent openings are in oncology trial management, regulatory affairs-adjacent oversight, and multi-site study coordination. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles58
Top employerIQVIA
Top cityParamus, NJ
Cities hiring30
Work type60% On-site
Top industryChemicals

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Clinical Research Coordinator, 2+ years experience required On-Site, Pennington NJ or Philly
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Clinical Research Coordinator, 2+ years experience required On-Site, Pennington NJ or Philly
Clinical Research Philadelphia
Pennington, New Jersey
Biotech & Life Sciences
Clinical Trials
Laboratory Research
Research & Academia
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree

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Clinical Research Coordinator III
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Clinical Research Coordinator III
Rutgers University
Newark, New Jersey
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Human Resources
Master's degree
10,000+

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Clinical Research Lab Technician — Pennington
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Clinical Research Lab Technician — Pennington
Clinical Research Philadelphia
Pennington, New Jersey
Biotech & Life Sciences
Clinical Support
Laboratory Science
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Clinical Research Manager
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Clinical Research Manager
Clinical Research Philadelphia
Pennington, New Jersey
Biotech & Life Sciences
Clinical Trials
Healthcare Administration
Research & Academia
On-Site
Bachelor's degree

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Clinical Research Assistant
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Clinical Research Assistant
Cardio Metabolic Institute
Somerset, New Jersey
Biotech & Life Sciences
Clinical Trials
Research & Academia
$15 - $20/hr
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Clinical Research Manager Jobs by City in New Jersey

Where New Jersey roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Paramus
8 jobs
Parsippany-Troy Hills
5 jobs
Newark
4 jobs
Camden
3 jobs
Princeton
3 jobs
Hackensack
3 jobs
Pennington
3 jobs
Piscataway
3 jobs
Edison
2 jobs

Clinical Research Manager 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 house3
  • 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 manager jobs across New Jersey.

  • Bachelor's degree in life sciences, nursing, or a related clinical field required
  • Minimum five years of clinical research experience with at least two in management
  • Certification as a Clinical Research Professional (CCRP) or equivalent credential preferred
  • Direct experience managing Phase II through Phase IV clinical trials end to end
  • Proficiency with electronic data capture systems such as Medidata Rave or Veeva Vault
  • Strong knowledge of ICH-GCP guidelines and FDA regulatory submission requirements

Clinical Research Manager Jobs in New Jersey: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a clinical research manager in New Jersey?

Most clinical research managers in New Jersey hold a bachelor's degree in a life sciences, nursing, or health-related field, followed by several years of hands-on trial coordination or monitoring experience. New Jersey does not require a state-issued license for clinical research managers, but employers consistently favor candidates who hold the Society of Clinical Research Associates CCRP certification or the Association of Clinical Research Professionals ACRP-CP credential. Gaining experience at a New Jersey CRO or pharmaceutical company before stepping into management is the most common path.

Which companies hire clinical research managers in New Jersey?

Employers hiring clinical research managers 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 pharmaceutical headquarters and contract research organizations along the Route 1 and I-287 corridors means openings appear consistently throughout the year across both sponsor and CRO sides of the industry.

Which New Jersey cities have the most clinical research manager jobs?

The cities with the most clinical research manager openings in New Jersey are Paramus, Parsippany-Troy Hills, and Newark. The distribution follows New Jersey's pharmaceutical belt, where large company campuses and CRO offices cluster around the Princeton and Parsippany areas, while Newark draws openings tied to academic medical centers and hospital-based research programs affiliated with Rutgers and university health systems.

Are there remote clinical research manager jobs in New Jersey?

Yes, and more than many clinical roles, because clinical research managers spend a meaningful share of their time on data review, vendor oversight, and protocol management rather than direct patient contact. About 40% of clinical research manager openings tied to New Jersey are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting how common flexible arrangements have become across the pharmaceutical and CRO sector. Study monitoring visits and site initiations still require in-person presence, so fully remote roles typically focus on oversight and operations rather than active site management.

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

The most realistic entry path is starting as a clinical research coordinator or clinical trial associate at a New Jersey-based CRO or pharmaceutical company, then moving into a team lead or senior coordinator role before pursuing management. Companies like ICON, Syneos Health, and Labcorp Drug Development, all of which have New Jersey operations, regularly hire coordinators and associates without extensive prior experience. Earning the CCRP certification early and building exposure to multiple therapeutic areas, particularly oncology and rare disease given New Jersey's trial volume, strengthens a candidate's case for promotion into a manager title within a few years.

Where can I find and apply to clinical research manager jobs in New Jersey?

You can find and apply to clinical research manager jobs in New Jersey on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your experience and location preferences, and apply directly to each one that fits.

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