Clinical Research Manager Jobs in Rhode Island

Clinical Research Manager jobs in Rhode Island concentrate in the life sciences and academic medical sectors, with steady demand from entry-level coordinators moving into management through senior directors overseeing multi-site trials. Most openings are in Providence and East Providence, where institutions like Brown University Health, Lifespan, and Care New England anchor the hiring market. Trial management for oncology, cardiovascular research, and rare-disease studies are the most consistently sought specialties. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles8
Top employerEmVenio Research
Top cityProvidence, RI
Cities hiring4
Top industryEducation
Companies hiring6

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Iterative Health
Clinical Research Coordinator II
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Iterative Health
New 12h ago
Clinical Research Coordinator II
Iterative Health
Providence, Rhode Island
Biotech & Life Sciences
Environmental & Physical Sciences
Laboratory Research
Research & Academia
Associate's degree
201-500

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EmVenio Research
RN Clinical Research - PRN
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EmVenio Research
New 14h ago
RN Clinical Research - PRN
EmVenio Research
North Smithfield, Rhode Island
Biotech & Life Sciences
Environmental & Physical Sciences
Laboratory Research
Research & Academia
CPR Certification
1,001-5,000

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Brown University Health
Clinical Research Assistant
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Brown University Health
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Clinical Research Assistant
Brown University Health
Providence, Rhode Island
Biotech & Life Sciences
Clinical Trials & Medical Research
Research & Academia
$42k - $69k/yr
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Science 37
Per Diem Clinical Research Nurse - Home Visits
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Science 37
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Per Diem Clinical Research Nurse - Home Visits
Science 37
Providence, Rhode Island
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$50 - $55/hr
BLS Certification
51-200

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Orthopedics Rhode Island
Clinical Research
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Orthopedics Rhode Island
Added 1mo ago
Clinical Research
Orthopedics Rhode Island
Wakefield, Rhode Island
Program Management
Project Management
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
$16.25 - $20.3/hr
Bachelor's degree
201-500

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Clinical Research Manager Jobs by City in Rhode Island

Where Rhode Island roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Providence
5 jobs
Wakefield
1 job
North Kingstown
1 job
North Smithfield
1 job

Clinical Research Manager Job Market in Rhode Island

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

Who's Hiring

EmVenio Research
EmVenio Research2 open roles
Care New England Health System
Care New England Health System2 open roles
Science 37
Science 371 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Education
  • Healthcare & Medical Services

What Rhode Island Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in clinical research manager jobs across Rhode Island.

  • Bachelor's or advanced degree in life sciences, nursing, or a related clinical field
  • Minimum five years of clinical research experience including at least two in management
  • Demonstrated knowledge of ICH-GCP guidelines and FDA regulations for clinical trials
  • Experience managing site budgets, regulatory submissions, and IRB correspondence
  • Proficiency with electronic data capture systems such as Medidata Rave or Veeva Vault
  • Strong communication skills for coordinating investigators, sponsors, and cross-functional teams

Clinical Research Manager Jobs in Rhode Island: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a clinical research manager in Rhode Island?

The most direct path is a bachelor's degree in a life science or health-related field, followed by several years working as a clinical research coordinator or associate at a Rhode Island academic medical center or contract research organization. Rhode Island does not require a state-issued license specific to clinical research management, but earning a credential such as the ACRP Certified Clinical Research Professional or SOCRA CCRP designation is widely expected by Providence-area employers and strengthens candidacy significantly.

Which companies hire clinical research managers in Rhode Island?

Companies currently hiring clinical research managers in Rhode Island include EmVenio Research, Care New England Health System, and Science 37, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Rhode Island's academic medical systems and affiliated research institutes tend to post the most consistent openings, particularly for managers with oncology or cardiovascular trial experience.

Which Rhode Island cities have the most clinical research manager jobs?

Providence, Wakefield, and North Kingstown have the most clinical research manager openings in Rhode Island. Providence dominates because it is home to the state's largest hospital systems and Brown University's medical and public health programs, while surrounding communities like East Providence and Pawtucket benefit from proximity to those anchor institutions and house satellite research offices and CRO operations.

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

The most realistic entry point is a clinical research coordinator role at one of Providence's major academic medical systems, such as Lifespan or Brown University Health, which regularly bring in candidates from adjacent health positions like medical assistant, research nurse, or pharmacy technician. Building toward a management role typically means completing a GCP certification, taking on regulatory or budget responsibilities within a coordinator role, and expressing interest in a team lead track. Rhode Island's relatively small research community means internal promotion is common for coordinators who demonstrate initiative early.

Where can I find and apply to clinical research manager jobs in Rhode Island?

You can find and apply to clinical research manager jobs in Rhode Island on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Find roles that fit your experience and apply directly to the employers posting them.

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