Research Coordinator Jobs in Illinois

Research Coordinator jobs in Illinois are in strong and consistent demand, concentrated in academic medical centers, pharmaceutical research, and public health institutions, with openings at every level from entry-level clinical trial assistant to senior protocol manager. Chicago, Evanston, and Rockford are the primary hiring hubs, anchored by large employers such as Northwestern Medicine, the University of Chicago, and AbbVie. The most sought-after specialties in Illinois are oncology trials, epidemiological studies, and community health research. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles60
Top employerRush University Medical Center
Top cityChicago, IL
Cities hiring19
Work type68% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago
Clinical Research Coordinator I-Perinatal Origins of Disease
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Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago
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Clinical Research Coordinator I-Perinatal Origins of Disease
Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago
Streeterville, Illinois
Biotech & Life Sciences
Clinical Trials
Healthcare Administration
Research & Academia
$22.25 - $36.38/hr
High school diploma or GED
1,001-5,000

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Rush University Medical Center
Clinical Research Coordinator II - Neurology Movement Disorders
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Rush University Medical Center
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Clinical Research Coordinator II - Neurology Movement Disorders
Rush University Medical Center
Chicago, Illinois
Data Analytics
Data Science
$27.47 - $38.81/hr
Bachelor's degree

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Associated Urological Specialists
Clinical Research Coordinator, RN
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Clinical Research Coordinator, RN
Associated Urological Specialists
Chicago Ridge, Illinois
Administrative & Office Support
Office Management
Project Management
$37 - $40/hr
Hybrid
BLS Certification
51-200

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The University of Chicago
Clinical Research Coordinator 3
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The University of Chicago
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Clinical Research Coordinator 3
The University of Chicago
Chicago, Illinois
Biotech & Life Sciences
Clinical Trials
Research & Academia
$65k - $80k/yr
10,000+

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Rush University Medical Center
Clinical Research Coordinator II - Office of Research Affairs (ORA)
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Rush University Medical Center
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Clinical Research Coordinator II - Office of Research Affairs (ORA)
Rush University Medical Center
Chicago, Illinois
Administrative & Office Support
Office Management
Project Management
$27.47 - $38.81/hr
Bachelor's degree

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Research Coordinator Jobs by City in Illinois

Where Illinois roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Streeterville
6 jobs
Evanston
5 jobs
Elgin
2 jobs
Peoria
2 jobs
Urbana
2 jobs
Lemont
1 job
Moline
1 job
Maywood
1 job

Research Coordinator Job Market in Illinois

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

Who's Hiring

  • Rush University Medical Center
    Rush University Medical Center11
  • Endeavor Health
    Endeavor Health6
  • Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago
    Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago6
  • INSIGHT
    INSIGHT4
  • Northwestern Medicine
    Northwestern Medicine3

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services14
  • Education8
  • Science & Research2
  • Distribution & Wholesale1
  • Transportation & Logistics1

What Illinois Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in research coordinator jobs across Illinois.

  • Bachelor's degree in life sciences, public health, or a related field required
  • Experience coordinating IRB submissions and maintaining regulatory binders for clinical trials
  • Familiarity with GCP guidelines and FDA regulatory requirements for research studies
  • Proficiency with electronic data capture systems such as REDCap or Medidata Rave
  • Strong written communication skills for preparing consent forms and study documentation
  • Ability to recruit, screen, and schedule research participants according to protocol criteria

Research Coordinator Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a research coordinator in Illinois?

Most Illinois employers require a bachelor's degree in a life science, nursing, public health, or a closely related field as the baseline. While Illinois does not issue a state license specifically for research coordinators, many hiring managers at Illinois academic medical centers and health systems expect or prefer the Certified Clinical Research Coordinator credential offered by the Society of Clinical Research Associates or the equivalent from the Association of Clinical Research Professionals. Starting in a data entry, patient recruitment, or research assistant role at a large Illinois institution is a common first step.

Which companies hire research coordinators in Illinois?

Illinois research coordinator roles are posted by Rush University Medical Center, Endeavor Health, and Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Illinois's concentration of academic medical centers, federally funded research universities, and pharmaceutical headquarters means openings appear consistently across both clinical and non-clinical research settings.

Which Illinois cities have the most research coordinator jobs?

Chicago, Streeterville, and Evanston have the most research coordinator openings in Illinois right now. Chicago dominates the distribution because it is home to major academic medical systems and the headquarters of global pharmaceutical companies, while Evanston and the broader North Shore benefit from Northwestern University's large clinical and translational research enterprise, and Rockford draws openings from its regional hospital systems and federally funded community health programs.

Are there remote research coordinator jobs in Illinois?

Yes, but they're rare. About 32% of research coordinator openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most clinical trial and lab-based roles. The tasks most likely to go remote or hybrid are data entry, regulatory document management, and participant follow-up calls, while participant recruitment, specimen collection, and on-site visits remain in-person.

How can I get hired as a research coordinator in Illinois with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying for a research assistant or clinical trial assistant role at one of Illinois's large academic medical systems, such as Northwestern Medicine, Rush University Medical Center, or the University of Illinois Health system, all of which regularly post junior-level openings that do not require prior coordinator experience. A background as a medical assistant, phlebotomist, or patient access representative at an Illinois hospital or clinic is a recognized lateral move. Earning the CCRP or CCRC credential early, even before your first coordinator title, gives applications a visible edge in a competitive Illinois market.

Where can I find and apply to research coordinator jobs in Illinois?

You can find and apply to research coordinator jobs in Illinois on Migrate Mate, which lists current Illinois openings. Search for roles that match your background, then apply directly to the ones that fit your experience and location.

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