Clinical Research Nurse Jobs in New York

Clinical Research Nurse jobs in New York represent one of the most active markets in the country, concentrated in academic medical centers, biopharmaceutical sponsors, and contract research organizations, with openings from entry-level study coordinators through senior research nurse specialists. The greatest hiring volume is in New York City, Buffalo, and Rochester, where institutions like Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, Weill Cornell Medicine, and Northwell Health maintain ongoing clinical trial programs. Oncology, neurology, and Phase II through Phase IV drug trials are the most consistently in-demand sub-areas across the state. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles13+
Top employerColumbia University
Top cityNew York, NY
Cities hiring6
Work type92% On-site
Top industryEducation

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Nicholas H. Noyes Memorial Hospital
Clinical Research Nurse II
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Nicholas H. Noyes Memorial Hospital
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Clinical Research Nurse II
Nicholas H. Noyes Memorial Hospital
Elmwood Ave, New York
On-Site
Associate's

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The Rockefeller University
Clinical Research Nurse
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Clinical Research Nurse
The Rockefeller University
New York, New York
Nursing
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$105k - $115k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's

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Columbia University
Oncology Research Nurse I- Pediatrics
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Oncology Research Nurse I- Pediatrics
Columbia University
New York, New York
Nursing
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$110k - $120k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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NYU Langone Health
Research Nurse
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Research Nurse
NYU Langone Health
New York, New York
Nursing
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Medical Coding & Billing
$101k - $107k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Touro University
Nurse Research Project Manager
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Nurse Research Project Manager
Touro University
Valhalla, New York
Nursing
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
$109k - $137k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's

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Clinical Research Nurse Jobs by City in New York

Where New York roles are concentrated, by current openings.

New York
7 jobs
Elmwood Ave
2 jobs
Albany
1 jobs
Buffalo
1 jobs
Johnson City
1 jobs
Valhalla
1 jobs

Clinical Research Nurse Job Market in New York

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

Who's Hiring

  • Columbia University
    Columbia University4
  • Nicholas H. Noyes Memorial Hospital
    Nicholas H. Noyes Memorial Hospital2
  • Capital Cardiology Associates
    Capital Cardiology Associates1
  • Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
    Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center1
  • NYU Langone Health
    NYU Langone Health1

Top Industries Hiring

  • Education7
  • Healthcare & Medical Services7
  • Consulting & Professional Services2
  • Technology & Software1

What New York Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in clinical research nurse jobs across New York.

  • Active Registered Nurse license issued or recognized by the New York State Education Department
  • Minimum two years of clinical nursing experience in an acute care or specialty setting
  • Familiarity with Good Clinical Practice guidelines and federal human subjects research regulations
  • Experience with electronic data capture systems such as Medidata Rave or Oracle Clinical
  • Certified Clinical Research Professional or Certified Clinical Research Associate credential preferred
  • Strong understanding of informed consent processes and adverse event reporting procedures

Clinical Research Nurse Jobs in New York: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a clinical research nurse in New York?

To work as a clinical research nurse in New York, you must hold an active Registered Nurse license issued or recognized by the New York State Education Department, obtained by passing the NCLEX-RN. Most New York employers also expect at least one to two years of bedside or specialty nursing experience before transitioning into research. Earning a credential such as the Certified Clinical Research Professional from the Society of Clinical Research Associates strengthens a candidate's application considerably.

Which companies hire clinical research nurses in New York?

Employers hiring clinical research nurses in New York right now include Columbia University, Nicholas H. Noyes Memorial Hospital, and Capital Cardiology Associates, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. New York's dense concentration of academic medical centers and global pharmaceutical company offices means both sponsor-side and site-based research nursing roles appear consistently throughout the year.

Which New York cities have the most clinical research nurse jobs?

The cities with the most clinical research nurse openings in New York are New York, Elmwood Ave, and Albany. New York City accounts for the largest share given its concentration of world-ranked academic medical centers, NCI-designated cancer centers, and major pharmaceutical and CRO offices, while Buffalo and Rochester generate steady demand through institutions like Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center and the University of Rochester Medical Center.

Are there remote clinical research nurse jobs in New York?

Yes, but they're rare. Clinical research nursing is a hands-on role that typically requires direct patient contact for assessments, sample collection, and informed consent, so fully remote positions are the exception rather than the rule. About 8% of clinical research nurse openings tied to New York are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, and those tend to cover protocol review, data query resolution, or regulatory document management rather than active patient-facing duties.

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

The most realistic entry path is applying to research nurse coordinator or clinical study associate roles at large New York academic medical centers, which regularly accept nurses transitioning directly from bedside positions. Hospitals such as NewYork-Presbyterian, NYU Langone Health, and Montefiore Medical Center run formal research nurse onboarding programs and post entry-level study coordinator openings that treat strong med-surg or oncology floor experience as equivalent preparation. Completing a Good Clinical Practice certification course before applying gives candidates a concrete credential that signals readiness.

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

You can find and apply to clinical research nurse jobs in New York on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the roles available, find the positions that fit your experience and location, and apply directly to the ones that match.

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