Clinical Trial Associate Jobs in California

Clinical Trial Associate jobs in California are among the most active in the country, concentrated in the life sciences corridors of the San Francisco Bay Area, San Diego, and Los Angeles, with openings at every level from entry-level coordinators through senior associates managing multi-site studies. Major employers with a lasting California presence include Genentech, Johnson and Johnson, and IQVIA, all of which run ongoing clinical operations teams across the state. The most in-demand specialties are oncology trials, Phase I through Phase III coordination, and regulatory document management. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles195+
Top employerRevolution Medicines
Top citySan Francisco, CA
Cities hiring39
Work type89% On-site
Top industryBiotechnology

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Glaukos
Clinical Trials Associate
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Clinical Trials Associate
Glaukos
Aliso Viejo, California
Healthcare Administration
Allied Health
Laboratory Science
$81k - $101k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
51-200

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Glaukos
Clinical Trials Associate
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Clinical Trials Associate
Glaukos
Aliso Viejo, California
Clinical Trials & Medical Research
$81k - $101k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
51-200

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PTC Therapeutics
Clinical Trial Associate
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PTC Therapeutics
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Clinical Trial Associate
PTC Therapeutics
Mountain View, California
Clinical Trials & Medical Research
Healthcare Administration
Laboratory Research
Clinical Trials
$35 - $47/hr
On-Site
Bachelor's
501-1,000

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Eikon Therapeutics
Clinical Trial Management Associate
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Eikon Therapeutics
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Clinical Trial Management Associate
Eikon Therapeutics
Millbrae, California
Clinical Trials & Medical Research
Healthcare Administration
Laboratory Research
Clinical Trials
$122k - $133k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's

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Procept BioRobotics
Associate Clinical Trials Administrator
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Procept BioRobotics
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Associate Clinical Trials Administrator
Procept BioRobotics
San Jose, California
Administrative & Office Support
Healthcare Administration
Clinical Trials & Medical Research
Clinical Trials
$82k - $97k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
501-1,000

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Clinical Trial Associate Jobs by City in California

Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.

San Francisco
40 jobs
San Diego
36 jobs
Redwood City
25 jobs
South San Francisco
15 jobs
Los Angeles
12 jobs
Brisbane
8 jobs
Duarte
6 jobs
Alameda
5 jobs
San Carlos
5 jobs

Clinical Trial Associate Job Market in California

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

Who's Hiring

  • Revolution Medicines
    Revolution Medicines22
  • University of California, San Francisco
    University of California, San Francisco17
  • City of Hope
    City of Hope8
  • Neurocrine Biosciences
    Neurocrine Biosciences6
  • Precision Medicine
    Precision Medicine6

Top Industries Hiring

  • Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals107
  • Education36
  • Healthcare & Medical Services32
  • Science & Research31
  • Medical Devices9

What California Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in clinical trial associate jobs across California.

  • Bachelor's degree in life sciences, nursing, or a related biological field required
  • Familiarity with ICH-GCP guidelines and federal clinical trial regulations expected
  • Experience with electronic data capture systems such as Medidata Rave or Veeva Vault
  • Strong document management skills for trial master file and regulatory submissions
  • Ability to coordinate site visits and communicate with principal investigators directly
  • CCRP or CCRC certification from the Society of Clinical Research Associates preferred

Clinical Trial Associate Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a clinical trial associate in California?

Most employers require a bachelor's degree in life sciences, public health, nursing, or a closely related field, and California does not issue a state-specific license for this role. Candidates build credentials through ICH-GCP training, which is widely required, and through certifications such as the Certified Clinical Research Professional credential offered by the Society of Clinical Research Associates. Many California employers also value experience gained through university research programs or clinical research coordinator internships at academic medical centers.

Which companies hire clinical trial associates in California?

Employers hiring clinical trial associates in California right now include Revolution Medicines, University of California, San Francisco, and City of Hope, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. California's dense concentration of biopharmaceutical headquarters and contract research organizations means hiring is active year-round, particularly in the Bay Area and San Diego biotech clusters.

Which California cities have the most clinical trial associate jobs?

The cities with the most clinical trial associate openings in California are San Francisco, San Diego, and Redwood City. The distribution follows California's biotech and pharmaceutical hubs, with the Bay Area driven by headquarters-heavy clusters in South San Francisco and Foster City, San Diego anchored by its large contract research organization presence, and Los Angeles supported by major academic medical centers running active oncology and specialty trials.

Are there remote clinical trial associate jobs in California?

Yes, and more than many clinical roles, since a meaningful portion of trial associate work involves document review, regulatory coordination, and sponsor communication that can be done off-site. About 11% of clinical trial associate openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting the desk-based nature of much of the role. Site monitoring and in-person source document verification typically require on-site presence, so fully remote positions tend to focus on sponsor-side or CRO document management functions.

How can I get hired as a clinical trial associate in California with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is through a clinical research coordinator role at a California academic medical center such as UCSF, UCLA, or UC San Diego, which regularly hire coordinators at the entry level and provide hands-on GCP training. Lateral moves from adjacent roles like data management, regulatory affairs assistant, or clinical operations support are also common. Completing an ICH-GCP certification course and gaining exposure to trial master file systems through volunteer or contract work strengthens a candidate's profile considerably for California employers.

Where can I find and apply to clinical trial associate jobs in California?

You can find and apply to clinical trial associate jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings across biotech, pharmaceutical, and contract research organization employers. Find roles that fit your experience and location and apply directly from the listings.

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