Research Coordinator Jobs in Washington
Research Coordinator jobs in Washington are concentrated in clinical research, academic science, and public health, with demand running from entry-level trial coordinators to senior protocol managers across a market that ranks among the most active in the country. Seattle, Spokane, and Tacoma account for the largest share of openings, anchored by institutions like the University of Washington, Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center, and Kaiser Permanente Washington. The most consistently sought specialties are oncology trials, epidemiology studies, and NIH-funded academic research. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Clinical Research Coordinator II - NCTN
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Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center
Clinical Research Coordinator II - NCTN
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Clinical Research Coordinator II - Bilingual (Spanish)
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Seattle Children's
Clinical Research Coordinator II - Bilingual (Spanish)
Seattle, Washington
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Clinical Research Coordinator III
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Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center
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Clinical Research Coordinator I or II – Clinical Trials
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Clinical Research Coordinator I or II – Clinical Trials
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Research Coordinator 1 - Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences (Temporary)
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University Of Washington
Research Coordinator 1 - Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences (Temporary)
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Clinical Research Coordinator II - NCTN
Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center·Seattle, Washington
Job functions:
$32.63 - $48.93/hr
High school diploma or GED
1,001-5,000 employees
Job Description
Overview:
With a track record of global leadership in bone marrow transplantation, HIV/AIDS prevention, immunotherapy and COVID-19 vaccines, Fred Hutch has earned a reputation as one of the world’s leading cancer, infectious disease and biomedical research centers. Fred Hutch operates eight clinical care sites that provide medical oncology, infusion, radiation, proton therapy and related services, and network affiliations with hospitals in five states. Together, our fully integrated research and clinical care teams seek to discover new cures to the world’s deadliest diseases and make life beyond cancer a reality.
At Fred Hutch we value collaboration, compassion, determination, excellence, innovation, integrity and respect. Our mission is directly tied to the humanity, dignity and inherent value of each employee, patient, community member and supporter. Our commitment to learning across our differences and similarities make us stronger. We seek employees who bring different and innovative ways of seeing the world and solving problems.
The Clinical Research Coordinator II is responsible for day-to-day coordination of National Clinical Trials Network (NCTN) clinical trials and associated research studies. The position oversees subject-level study workflows including screening patients for eligibility, performing enrollments, tracking patient visits, abstracting and reporting study data, coordinating research specimen collection and submission, and creating and maintaining research documentation. Collaborates with investigators, clinical teams, and Data Coordination staff within Clinical Research Support to ensure high-quality, compliant study conduct.
Reporting to the Senior Manager/Manager of Clinical Trials Coordination, the coordinator will be part of a centralized NCTN research team supporting clinical trial activities across multiple disease programs and care settings. This position serves as a shared departmental resource and may support study activation, enrollment, participant follow-up, and ongoing trial operations across Fred Hutch campuses and affiliated clinical sites.
This position is key to the successful conduct of NCTN studies and advancing clinical research efforts at Fred Hutch.
At Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center, all employees are expected to demonstrate a commitment to our values of collaboration, compassion, determination, excellence, innovation, integrity, and respect.
Responsibilities:
Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center is an independent, nonprofit organization providing adult cancer treatment and groundbreaking research focused on cancer and infectious diseases. Based in Seattle, Fred Hutch is the only National Cancer Institute-designated cancer center in Washington.
With a track record of global leadership in bone marrow transplantation, HIV/AIDS prevention, immunotherapy and COVID-19 vaccines, Fred Hutch has earned a reputation as one of the world’s leading cancer, infectious disease and biomedical research centers. Fred Hutch operates eight clinical care sites that provide medical oncology, infusion, radiation, proton therapy and related services, and network affiliations with hospitals in five states. Together, our fully integrated research and clinical care teams seek to discover new cures to the world’s deadliest diseases and make life beyond cancer a reality.
At Fred Hutch we value collaboration, compassion, determination, excellence, innovation, integrity and respect. Our mission is directly tied to the humanity, dignity and inherent value of each employee, patient, community member and supporter. Our commitment to learning across our differences and similarities make us stronger. We seek employees who bring different and innovative ways of seeing the world and solving problems.
The Clinical Research Coordinator II is responsible for day-to-day coordination of National Clinical Trials Network (NCTN) clinical trials and associated research studies. The position oversees subject-level study workflows including screening patients for eligibility, performing enrollments, tracking patient visits, abstracting and reporting study data, coordinating research specimen collection and submission, and creating and maintaining research documentation. Collaborates with investigators, clinical teams, and Data Coordination staff within Clinical Research Support to ensure high-quality, compliant study conduct.
Reporting to the Senior Manager/Manager of Clinical Trials Coordination, the coordinator will be part of a centralized NCTN research team supporting clinical trial activities across multiple disease programs and care settings. This position serves as a shared departmental resource and may support study activation, enrollment, participant follow-up, and ongoing trial operations across Fred Hutch campuses and affiliated clinical sites.
This position is key to the successful conduct of NCTN studies and advancing clinical research efforts at Fred Hutch.
At Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center, all employees are expected to demonstrate a commitment to our values of collaboration, compassion, determination, excellence, innovation, integrity, and respect.
- Conduct daily clinical operations of assigned research studies in accordance with study protocols, regulatory and GCP guidelines, institutional policy, and applicable National Clinical Trials Network (NCTN) requirements.
- Develop and maintain tools for study implementation, including data collection tools, reference materials, and specific study orders; revise and utilize tools as necessary.
- Create and disseminate study-related educational content for internal and external audiences to ensure safe and accurate protocol implementation.
- Coordinate patient enrollment and participation by reviewing study candidates' medical records for eligibility, initiating enrollment, ensuring informed consent, and maintaining accurate enrollment records.
- Schedule patient clinic visits and ongoing study visits; ensure administrative compliance with study protocols with respect to clinical procedures, laboratory tests, and other patient activities; may administer study questionnaires, ensure drug self-administration accountability with patients, and perform non-clinical ECGs.
- Support NCTN study activation, enrollment, conduct, and follow-up activities across multiple disease programs and clinical practice areas.
- Complete clinical requisition forms as instructed, assemble kits for patient visits, transport laboratory samples, and ensure samples are processed and shipped according to study guidelines; track and maintain research supplies.
- Identify, track, and confirm billable activities for patients; work with internal partners to obtain and submit budget and billing information; may assist in reviewing patient charges to ensure billing compliance.
- Act as protocol liaison with clinical teams, patients, providers, cooperative group representatives, and research staff on study-related topics.
- Prepare and coordinate monitoring visits and respond to queries and other requests from study monitors and cooperative groups, following up with and resolving any issues that may arise.
- Maintain thorough knowledge in the field through attending related project meetings and symposia, reading related literature, maintaining professional associations, and participating in cooperative group activities as applicable.
- Regularly travel between Fred Hutch campuses, affiliated clinical sites, and other research locations to support participant enrollment, study visits, research operations, protocol-specific activities, and attendance at investigator meetings.
- Assist with maintaining appropriate source documentation and/or performing case report form data entry.
- Serve as a shared departmental resource, providing flexible support across disease teams and clinical practice areas to facilitate NCTN study conduct, enrollment, and operational continuity.
- Demonstrate the ability to rapidly integrate into new disease programs, study portfolios, and clinical teams while maintaining high-quality study conduct and participant support.
- Other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Minimum two to three years’ experience in a clinical research or cancer registry environment with regulatory or human research protections.
- Knowledge of clinical trials records, procedures, and computerized data processing systems.
- Demonstrated knowledge of how to synthesize study conduct.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Associate or bachelor’s degree preferred.
- Certified Clinical Research Coordinator (CCRC) or certification as Clinical Research Professional (SOCRA).
- Minimum five years of experience in a research environment with regulatory or human research protections.
- Previous experience working with NIH, FDA and OHRP regulations and medical terminology.
- Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, ability to problem solve and to prioritize multiple competing tasks in a dynamic environment.
- Collaborative focus is essential, as well as strong written and verbal communication skills, including computer skills.
- Ability to work with multiple data management systems including generating reports and sourcing data from systems.
- Ability to extract data from medical records.
- Ability to apply judgement in interpreting regulations, determining impacts, and knowing when to escalate questions and concerns when appropriate.
The hourly pay range for this position is from $32.63 to $48.93 and pay offered will be based on experience and qualifications.
Although Fred Hutch is not sponsoring most H-1B visas at this time, candidates who already hold an H-1B sponsored by another organization and are currently in the U.S. may be eligible for this position.
Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center offers employees a comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance health, well-being, and financial security. Benefits include medical/vision, dental, flexible spending accounts, life, disability, retirement, family life support, employee assistance program, onsite health clinic, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation (12-22 days per year), paid sick leave (12-25 days per year), paid holidays (13 days per year), and paid parental leave (up to 4 weeks).
Additional Information: We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, national origin, sex, age, disability (physical or mental), marital or veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, political ideology, or membership in any other legally protected class. We desire priority referrals of protected veterans. If due to a disability you need assistance/and or a reasonable accommodation during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to Human Resources at hrops@fredhutch.org or by calling 206-667-4700.Although Fred Hutch is not sponsoring most H-1B visas at this time, candidates who already hold an H-1B sponsored by another organization and are currently in the U.S. may be eligible for this position.
Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center offers employees a comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance health, well-being, and financial security. Benefits include medical/vision, dental, flexible spending accounts, life, disability, retirement, family life support, employee assistance program, onsite health clinic, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation (12-22 days per year), paid sick leave (12-25 days per year), paid holidays (13 days per year), and paid parental leave (up to 4 weeks).
Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center
Clinical Research Coordinator II - NCTN
Seattle, Washington
Added 2d ago1,001-5,000 employees
Job functions:
$32.63 - $48.93/hr
High school diploma or GED
Job Description
Overview:
With a track record of global leadership in bone marrow transplantation, HIV/AIDS prevention, immunotherapy and COVID-19 vaccines, Fred Hutch has earned a reputation as one of the world’s leading cancer, infectious disease and biomedical research centers. Fred Hutch operates eight clinical care sites that provide medical oncology, infusion, radiation, proton therapy and related services, and network affiliations with hospitals in five states. Together, our fully integrated research and clinical care teams seek to discover new cures to the world’s deadliest diseases and make life beyond cancer a reality.
At Fred Hutch we value collaboration, compassion, determination, excellence, innovation, integrity and respect. Our mission is directly tied to the humanity, dignity and inherent value of each employee, patient, community member and supporter. Our commitment to learning across our differences and similarities make us stronger. We seek employees who bring different and innovative ways of seeing the world and solving problems.
The Clinical Research Coordinator II is responsible for day-to-day coordination of National Clinical Trials Network (NCTN) clinical trials and associated research studies. The position oversees subject-level study workflows including screening patients for eligibility, performing enrollments, tracking patient visits, abstracting and reporting study data, coordinating research specimen collection and submission, and creating and maintaining research documentation. Collaborates with investigators, clinical teams, and Data Coordination staff within Clinical Research Support to ensure high-quality, compliant study conduct.
Reporting to the Senior Manager/Manager of Clinical Trials Coordination, the coordinator will be part of a centralized NCTN research team supporting clinical trial activities across multiple disease programs and care settings. This position serves as a shared departmental resource and may support study activation, enrollment, participant follow-up, and ongoing trial operations across Fred Hutch campuses and affiliated clinical sites.
This position is key to the successful conduct of NCTN studies and advancing clinical research efforts at Fred Hutch.
At Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center, all employees are expected to demonstrate a commitment to our values of collaboration, compassion, determination, excellence, innovation, integrity, and respect.
Responsibilities:
Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center is an independent, nonprofit organization providing adult cancer treatment and groundbreaking research focused on cancer and infectious diseases. Based in Seattle, Fred Hutch is the only National Cancer Institute-designated cancer center in Washington.
With a track record of global leadership in bone marrow transplantation, HIV/AIDS prevention, immunotherapy and COVID-19 vaccines, Fred Hutch has earned a reputation as one of the world’s leading cancer, infectious disease and biomedical research centers. Fred Hutch operates eight clinical care sites that provide medical oncology, infusion, radiation, proton therapy and related services, and network affiliations with hospitals in five states. Together, our fully integrated research and clinical care teams seek to discover new cures to the world’s deadliest diseases and make life beyond cancer a reality.
At Fred Hutch we value collaboration, compassion, determination, excellence, innovation, integrity and respect. Our mission is directly tied to the humanity, dignity and inherent value of each employee, patient, community member and supporter. Our commitment to learning across our differences and similarities make us stronger. We seek employees who bring different and innovative ways of seeing the world and solving problems.
The Clinical Research Coordinator II is responsible for day-to-day coordination of National Clinical Trials Network (NCTN) clinical trials and associated research studies. The position oversees subject-level study workflows including screening patients for eligibility, performing enrollments, tracking patient visits, abstracting and reporting study data, coordinating research specimen collection and submission, and creating and maintaining research documentation. Collaborates with investigators, clinical teams, and Data Coordination staff within Clinical Research Support to ensure high-quality, compliant study conduct.
Reporting to the Senior Manager/Manager of Clinical Trials Coordination, the coordinator will be part of a centralized NCTN research team supporting clinical trial activities across multiple disease programs and care settings. This position serves as a shared departmental resource and may support study activation, enrollment, participant follow-up, and ongoing trial operations across Fred Hutch campuses and affiliated clinical sites.
This position is key to the successful conduct of NCTN studies and advancing clinical research efforts at Fred Hutch.
At Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center, all employees are expected to demonstrate a commitment to our values of collaboration, compassion, determination, excellence, innovation, integrity, and respect.
- Conduct daily clinical operations of assigned research studies in accordance with study protocols, regulatory and GCP guidelines, institutional policy, and applicable National Clinical Trials Network (NCTN) requirements.
- Develop and maintain tools for study implementation, including data collection tools, reference materials, and specific study orders; revise and utilize tools as necessary.
- Create and disseminate study-related educational content for internal and external audiences to ensure safe and accurate protocol implementation.
- Coordinate patient enrollment and participation by reviewing study candidates' medical records for eligibility, initiating enrollment, ensuring informed consent, and maintaining accurate enrollment records.
- Schedule patient clinic visits and ongoing study visits; ensure administrative compliance with study protocols with respect to clinical procedures, laboratory tests, and other patient activities; may administer study questionnaires, ensure drug self-administration accountability with patients, and perform non-clinical ECGs.
- Support NCTN study activation, enrollment, conduct, and follow-up activities across multiple disease programs and clinical practice areas.
- Complete clinical requisition forms as instructed, assemble kits for patient visits, transport laboratory samples, and ensure samples are processed and shipped according to study guidelines; track and maintain research supplies.
- Identify, track, and confirm billable activities for patients; work with internal partners to obtain and submit budget and billing information; may assist in reviewing patient charges to ensure billing compliance.
- Act as protocol liaison with clinical teams, patients, providers, cooperative group representatives, and research staff on study-related topics.
- Prepare and coordinate monitoring visits and respond to queries and other requests from study monitors and cooperative groups, following up with and resolving any issues that may arise.
- Maintain thorough knowledge in the field through attending related project meetings and symposia, reading related literature, maintaining professional associations, and participating in cooperative group activities as applicable.
- Regularly travel between Fred Hutch campuses, affiliated clinical sites, and other research locations to support participant enrollment, study visits, research operations, protocol-specific activities, and attendance at investigator meetings.
- Assist with maintaining appropriate source documentation and/or performing case report form data entry.
- Serve as a shared departmental resource, providing flexible support across disease teams and clinical practice areas to facilitate NCTN study conduct, enrollment, and operational continuity.
- Demonstrate the ability to rapidly integrate into new disease programs, study portfolios, and clinical teams while maintaining high-quality study conduct and participant support.
- Other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Minimum two to three years’ experience in a clinical research or cancer registry environment with regulatory or human research protections.
- Knowledge of clinical trials records, procedures, and computerized data processing systems.
- Demonstrated knowledge of how to synthesize study conduct.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Associate or bachelor’s degree preferred.
- Certified Clinical Research Coordinator (CCRC) or certification as Clinical Research Professional (SOCRA).
- Minimum five years of experience in a research environment with regulatory or human research protections.
- Previous experience working with NIH, FDA and OHRP regulations and medical terminology.
- Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, ability to problem solve and to prioritize multiple competing tasks in a dynamic environment.
- Collaborative focus is essential, as well as strong written and verbal communication skills, including computer skills.
- Ability to work with multiple data management systems including generating reports and sourcing data from systems.
- Ability to extract data from medical records.
- Ability to apply judgement in interpreting regulations, determining impacts, and knowing when to escalate questions and concerns when appropriate.
The hourly pay range for this position is from $32.63 to $48.93 and pay offered will be based on experience and qualifications.
Although Fred Hutch is not sponsoring most H-1B visas at this time, candidates who already hold an H-1B sponsored by another organization and are currently in the U.S. may be eligible for this position.
Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center offers employees a comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance health, well-being, and financial security. Benefits include medical/vision, dental, flexible spending accounts, life, disability, retirement, family life support, employee assistance program, onsite health clinic, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation (12-22 days per year), paid sick leave (12-25 days per year), paid holidays (13 days per year), and paid parental leave (up to 4 weeks).
Additional Information: We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, national origin, sex, age, disability (physical or mental), marital or veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, political ideology, or membership in any other legally protected class. We desire priority referrals of protected veterans. If due to a disability you need assistance/and or a reasonable accommodation during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to Human Resources at hrops@fredhutch.org or by calling 206-667-4700.Although Fred Hutch is not sponsoring most H-1B visas at this time, candidates who already hold an H-1B sponsored by another organization and are currently in the U.S. may be eligible for this position.
Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center offers employees a comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance health, well-being, and financial security. Benefits include medical/vision, dental, flexible spending accounts, life, disability, retirement, family life support, employee assistance program, onsite health clinic, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation (12-22 days per year), paid sick leave (12-25 days per year), paid holidays (13 days per year), and paid parental leave (up to 4 weeks).
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Research Coordinator Job Market in Washington
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Who's Hiring
- University Of Washington11
- Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center4
- Seattle Children's2
- The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine2
- Arcetyp1
What Washington Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in research coordinator jobs across Washington.
- Bachelor's degree in life sciences, public health, or a related field required
- Experience with IRB submissions, informed consent processes, and protocol compliance
- Familiarity with FDA regulations and Good Clinical Practice guidelines
- Proficiency in electronic data capture systems such as REDCap or Medidata Rave
- Strong organizational skills managing multiple concurrent study timelines and participant visits
- Certification as a Clinical Research Coordinator through ACRP or SOCRA preferred
Research Coordinator Jobs in Washington: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a research coordinator in Washington?
Most Washington employers require a bachelor's degree in a life science, public health, or social science field as the foundation for entry into research coordination. Washington does not issue a state-specific license for research coordinators, but employers strongly prefer candidates who hold or are working toward a Certified Clinical Research Coordinator credential through ACRP or SOCRA. Hands-on experience in a clinical or academic research setting, even through volunteer or work-study roles at institutions like the University of Washington or a regional hospital system, is the clearest path to a first hire.
Which companies hire research coordinators in Washington?
Washington research coordinator roles are posted by University Of Washington, Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center, and Seattle Children's and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Washington's deep concentration of academic medical centers, cancer research institutes, and integrated health systems means openings appear regularly across both urban campuses and affiliated community sites.
Which Washington cities have the most research coordinator jobs?
Seattle, Spokane, and Joint Base Lewis McChord hold the most research coordinator openings in Washington right now. Seattle dominates by volume because of the University of Washington Medical Center, Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center, and a dense cluster of biotech and health-system employers, while Spokane and Tacoma contribute steady demand through regional hospital networks and community health research programs tied to larger academic sponsors.
Are there remote research coordinator jobs in Washington?
Yes, but they're rare. Most research coordinator work is inherently on-site because it involves participant visits, specimen handling, and direct oversight of trial activities. About 38% of research coordinator openings tied to Washington are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those positions tend to cluster around data coordination, regulatory submissions, and remote patient follow-up rather than hands-on clinical duties.
How can I get hired as a research coordinator in Washington with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a research assistant or clinical trials assistant role at a large Washington academic medical center or health system, where structured onboarding and mentorship are built into the position. The University of Washington and Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center regularly post entry-level study coordinator and data collection roles that do not require prior coordinator experience. Candidates who pair a relevant degree with a Certified Clinical Research Associate exam attempt or documented IRB training through an online program stand out against equally inexperienced applicants, and lateral moves from patient services coordinator or clinical data entry roles are a common route in.
Where can I find and apply to research coordinator jobs in Washington?
You can find and apply to research coordinator jobs in Washington directly on Migrate Mate, which lists current Washington openings updated in real time. Search the roles that match your experience and specialty area, then apply to the ones that fit your background without needing to create a profile or sign up first.
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