Clinical Research Nurse Jobs in Georgia

Clinical Research Nurse jobs in Georgia are in strong demand, concentrated in academic medical centers, pharmaceutical contract research organizations, and oncology trial sites, with openings at every level from entry-level research coordinator nurses through senior principal investigators. Atlanta, Augusta, and Savannah lead hiring activity, anchored by employers such as Emory Healthcare, Grady Health System, and WellStar Health System, which maintain active clinical trial portfolios across multiple therapeutic areas. The most consistent openings are in oncology, cardiovascular, and infectious disease trials, reflecting Georgia's deep concentration of National Cancer Institute-designated programs and NIH-funded research. 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 Nurse 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 Nurse 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 nurse jobs across Georgia.

  • Active registered nurse license issued or recognized by the Georgia Board of Nursing
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree or higher from an accredited program
  • Certification as a Clinical Research Professional, such as CCRP or CCRC
  • Minimum two years of clinical nursing experience in a hospital or outpatient setting
  • Demonstrated experience with Good Clinical Practice guidelines and ICH standards
  • Proficiency with electronic data capture systems such as REDCap or Medidata Rave

Clinical Research Nurse Jobs in Georgia: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a clinical research nurse in Georgia?

You must hold an active registered nurse license issued by the Georgia Board of Nursing, which requires passing the NCLEX-RN after completing an accredited nursing program. Most Georgia employers then expect at least one to two years of direct patient care experience before moving into clinical trials. Earning a research-focused credential such as the Society of Clinical Research Associates CCRP certification strengthens your application considerably, and many Atlanta-area academic medical centers treat it as a practical requirement for senior trial roles.

Which companies hire clinical research nurses in Georgia?

Employers hiring clinical research nurses 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 NCI-designated cancer programs and large integrated health systems means trial staffing needs remain consistent across both academic and community-based research sites.

Which Georgia cities have the most clinical research nurse jobs?

Atlanta, Decatur, and Augusta account for the largest share of clinical research nurse openings in Georgia. Atlanta dominates because of its density of academic medical centers, major health systems, and CRO regional offices, while Augusta's concentration around Wellstar MCG Health and Augusta University Medical Center drives demand there, and growing suburban corridors around those metros contribute additional openings from community-based trial networks.

Are there remote clinical research nurse jobs in Georgia?

Yes, but they're rare. About 55% of clinical research nurse openings tied to Georgia are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of the role. The tasks most likely to shift remote or hybrid are protocol data review, regulatory document management, and sponsor teleconferences, while direct patient assessments, specimen collection, and site visits remain firmly on-site.

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

The most realistic entry path is applying to clinical research coordinator or research associate roles at Georgia's large academic medical centers, which regularly bring in nurses with strong bedside backgrounds but no prior trial experience. Emory Healthcare and Children's Healthcare of Atlanta run structured oncology and pediatric research onboarding tracks that pair new research nurses with experienced coordinators. Gaining your CCRP certification while working in med-surg or oncology at a Georgia hospital signals genuine commitment and moves your application ahead of candidates without it.

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

You can find and apply to clinical research nurse jobs in Georgia on Migrate Mate, which lists current Georgia openings from employers actively hiring now. Search the listings, find the roles that match your experience and location, and apply directly to each one.

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