Clinical Research Nurse Jobs in Ohio
Clinical Research Nurse jobs in Ohio are consistently in demand, concentrated in academic medical centers, hospital-based research programs, and pharmaceutical and device trial sites, with openings at every level from newly licensed nurses entering clinical research through senior coordinators and principal investigators. Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati anchor the market, with major employers such as The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, Cleveland Clinic, and Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center maintaining ongoing clinical trial programs. Oncology trials, cardiovascular research, and pediatric studies represent the most active specialties for Ohio-based clinical research nurses. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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- Address:
395 W 12th AveColumbus,OH
- Job Number: R161048
- Posted Date: 10/26/2026
- Type: Full time
- Remote or Hybrid: Hybrid
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Job Description Summary
Clinical Research Coordinator to coordinate and perform daily clinical research activities in accordance with approved protocols administered by the Center for Clinical Research Management in the Department of Radiology; assists with assessing patient records to identify patients who are eligible to participate in specified clinical research protocols; recruits, interviews and enrolls patients; obtains informed consent and ensures consent process is administered in compliance to regulatory and sponsor requirements; educates patients and families of purpose, goals, and processes of clinical study; coordinates scheduling and follow-through of patient care appointments, procedures, & other diagnostic testing in accordance with study protocol; participates in the collection, processing & evaluation of biological samples; administers, evaluates and calculates standardized scoring of diagnostic testing or questionnaires; assists with monitoring patients for adverse reactions to study treatment, procedure or medication and notifies appropriate clinical professional to evaluate patient response, identify status of complications, & provide appropriate level of care; documents unfavorable responses and notifies research sponsors & applicable regulatory agencies; participates in evaluating patients for compliance related to protocol; assists with collecting, extracting, coding, and analyzing clinical research data; generates reports and reviews to ensure validity of data; supports activities to ensure compliance with all Institutional Review Boards (IRB), FDA (Federal Drug Administration), federal, state and industry sponsor regulations; assists with coordinating and preparing for external quality assurance and control reviews by IRB, federal or industry sponsors; participates in activities to develop new research protocols and contributes to establishment of study goals to meet protocol requirements.
Minimum Education and Skills/Experience Required/Desired
Bachelor’s Degree in biological sciences, health sciences, social sciences or other medical field or an equivalent combination of education and experience required; one year experience in a clinical research capacity required; experience or knowledge in imaging methodologies preferred; knowledge of medical terminology desired; clinical research certification from an accredited certifying agency desired; computer skills required with experience using Microsoft Software applications desired. Requires successful completion of a background check. Qualified candidates may be requested to complete a pre-employment physical, including a drug screen.
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Clinical Research Nurse Job Market in Ohio
A snapshot from current Ohio openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center19

- Cincinnati Children's Hospital10

- Nationwide Children's Hospital8

- Medpace4

- EmVenio Research3

Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Education
- Science & Research
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
What Ohio Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in clinical research nurse jobs across Ohio.
- Active registered nurse license issued or recognized by the Ohio Board of Nursing
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or higher degree in nursing or a health science
- Minimum one to two years of direct patient care or clinical nursing experience
- Certified Clinical Research Coordinator (CCRC) or CCRN credential preferred or required
- Experience with informed consent processes, protocol adherence, and GCP guidelines
- Proficiency with electronic data capture systems and clinical trial management software
Clinical Research Nurse Jobs in Ohio: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a clinical research nurse in Ohio?
You become a clinical research nurse in Ohio by first obtaining an active registered nurse license through the Ohio Board of Nursing, which requires passing the NCLEX-RN exam after completing an accredited nursing program. Most employers prefer a BSN at minimum. From there, gaining bedside experience in areas like oncology or cardiology builds the clinical foundation research sites look for, and earning a credential such as the CCRC or CCRN strengthens your application.
Which companies hire clinical research nurses in Ohio?
Employers hiring clinical research nurses in Ohio right now include The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, Cincinnati Children's Hospital, and Nationwide Children's Hospital, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Ohio's concentration of academic medical centers, nonprofit hospital systems, and pharmaceutical contract research organizations means hiring activity is spread across institutional, industry-sponsored, and independent trial site settings.
Which Ohio cities have the most clinical research nurse jobs?
Columbus, Cincinnati, and Cleveland account for the largest share of clinical research nurse openings in Ohio as of October 2026. Columbus leads because of The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center and a dense cluster of biotech and pharma trial sites, Cleveland draws from Cleveland Clinic's internationally recognized research enterprise, and Cincinnati benefits from Cincinnati Children's and UC Health running high-volume trial programs across multiple therapeutic areas.
Are there remote clinical research nurse jobs in Ohio?
Yes, but they're rare. Clinical research nursing is inherently hands-on, requiring patient contact, specimen handling, and on-site protocol execution, so fully remote roles make up a small share of openings. About 37% of clinical research nurse openings tied to Ohio are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and those positions tend to cover data abstraction, regulatory documentation, or remote patient monitoring rather than active trial coordination.
How can I get hired as a clinical research nurse in Ohio with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for a clinical research coordinator or research associate role at a large Ohio academic medical center that accepts nurses transitioning from bedside care. The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center and Cleveland Clinic both run structured onboarding programs that bring in nurses from med-surg, oncology, or ICU units and train them in Good Clinical Practice and protocol management. Completing a GCP certification course before applying and framing any quality improvement or documentation experience as research-adjacent gives candidates without prior trial experience a meaningful edge.
Where can I find and apply to clinical research nurse jobs in Ohio?
You can find and apply to clinical research nurse jobs in Ohio on Migrate Mate, which lists current Ohio openings from employers actively hiring right now. Find roles that fit your experience level and specialty area, then apply directly to the employers posting them.
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