Research Jobs in Cleveland, OH
Research jobs in Cleveland are concentrated in healthcare, higher education, and biomedical sciences, with demand anchored in University Circle, the Health-Tech Corridor, and downtown's corporate district. Employers hiring right now include Cleveland Clinic, Case Western Reserve University, and University Hospitals. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Demonstrates exceptional coordination and compliance of the implementation and conduct of human subject research projects typically with a high workload and high complexity. Assists with research study design and protocol development as applicable.
Join Cleveland Clinic Research, where you will work alongside passionate caregivers and make a lasting, meaningful impact on patient care. Here, you will receive endless support and appreciation while building a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.
Groundbreaking discoveries happen every day at Cleveland Clinic. As Research Coordinator II/III, you will interact with various research teams and play a crucial role in enrolling patients into clinical trials, with a strong focus on patient-facing interaction and participation in drug and device trials. You will directly facilitate clinical research that allows Cleveland Clinic to continue to innovate and drive better outcomes for patients. Clinical research is the only way that medicine comes on the market, pushing the edge of moving medicine forward. Come join a culture devoted to pushing the needle forward in healthcare.
In Pediatric Hematology and Oncology you will support research and clinical trials for our youngest cancer patients. Learn more here.
A caregiver in this role works days from 8:30am-5:00pm. Start/end times may vary.
A caregiver who excels in this role will:
Coordinate the implementation and conduct of research projects ensuring adherence to research protocol requirements.
Monitor and report project status and research data to maintain quality.
Maintain and complete regulatory documents, study personnel certification records, conduct data capture and data management, complete IRB submissions, and communicate with the research team.
Report Serious Adverse Events and/or complete safety logs.
Communicate with sponsors, monitors, and research personnel to ensure all aspects of study compliance.
Serve as a liaison between investigators, research personnel, outside study personnel, and central research administration offices to assist in protocol interpretation, enrollment, and safety questions.
Schedule pre-site selection visits, site initiation visits, webinars, monitoring and close-out visits.
Collaborate with the primary investigator, sponsors, and research staff to plan, conduct and evaluate project protocols, including research subject recruitment.
May be required to attain and maintain clinical competencies for unlicensed caregivers such as phlebotomy, vital signs, ECG, POC testing and other testing as required.
Assist with preparation for audits and response to audits.
Assist in the development and maintenance of research tools, such as spreadsheets, questionnaires and/or brochures.
May assist PI with research study design and development of the research protocol and project budget development.
Minimum qualifications for a future caregiver include:
As a Research Coordinator II:
High School Diploma or GED
Minimum three years of experience as a Research Coordinator I or performing the role of a Research Coordinator I
OR
As a Research Coordinator III
High School Diploma or GED
Five years experience as a Research Coordinator II or performing the role of a Research Coordinator II.
Preferred qualifications for this future caregiver include:
Associate's or Bachelor's degree in health care or science related field
Physical Requirements:
Ability to perform work in a stationary position for extended periods
Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment
Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information
In some locations, ability to move up to 25 pounds
Personal Protective Equipment:
Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.
May require working irregular hours.
Pay Range
Minimum Annual Salary: $47,530.00
Maximum Annual Salary: $72,475.00
The pay range displayed on this job posting reflects the anticipated range for new hires. A successful candidate’s actual compensation will be determined after taking factors into consideration such as the candidate’s work history, experience, skill set and education. The pay range displayed does not include any applicable pay practices (e.g., shift differentials, overtime, etc.). The pay range does not include the value of Cleveland Clinic’s benefits package (e.g., healthcare, dental and vision benefits, retirement savings account contributions, etc.).
Demonstrates exceptional coordination and compliance of the implementation and conduct of human subject research projects typically with a high workload and high complexity. Assists with research study design and protocol development as applicable.
Join Cleveland Clinic Research, where you will work alongside passionate caregivers and make a lasting, meaningful impact on patient care. Here, you will receive endless support and appreciation while building a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.
Groundbreaking discoveries happen every day at Cleveland Clinic. As Research Coordinator II/III, you will interact with various research teams and play a crucial role in enrolling patients into clinical trials, with a strong focus on patient-facing interaction and participation in drug and device trials. You will directly facilitate clinical research that allows Cleveland Clinic to continue to innovate and drive better outcomes for patients. Clinical research is the only way that medicine comes on the market, pushing the edge of moving medicine forward. Come join a culture devoted to pushing the needle forward in healthcare.
In Pediatric Hematology and Oncology you will support research and clinical trials for our youngest cancer patients. Learn more here.
A caregiver in this role works days from 8:30am-5:00pm. Start/end times may vary.
A caregiver who excels in this role will:
Coordinate the implementation and conduct of research projects ensuring adherence to research protocol requirements.
Monitor and report project status and research data to maintain quality.
Maintain and complete regulatory documents, study personnel certification records, conduct data capture and data management, complete IRB submissions, and communicate with the research team.
Report Serious Adverse Events and/or complete safety logs.
Communicate with sponsors, monitors, and research personnel to ensure all aspects of study compliance.
Serve as a liaison between investigators, research personnel, outside study personnel, and central research administration offices to assist in protocol interpretation, enrollment, and safety questions.
Schedule pre-site selection visits, site initiation visits, webinars, monitoring and close-out visits.
Collaborate with the primary investigator, sponsors, and research staff to plan, conduct and evaluate project protocols, including research subject recruitment.
May be required to attain and maintain clinical competencies for unlicensed caregivers such as phlebotomy, vital signs, ECG, POC testing and other testing as required.
Assist with preparation for audits and response to audits.
Assist in the development and maintenance of research tools, such as spreadsheets, questionnaires and/or brochures.
May assist PI with research study design and development of the research protocol and project budget development.
Minimum qualifications for a future caregiver include:
As a Research Coordinator II:
High School Diploma or GED
Minimum three years of experience as a Research Coordinator I or performing the role of a Research Coordinator I
OR
As a Research Coordinator III
High School Diploma or GED
Five years experience as a Research Coordinator II or performing the role of a Research Coordinator II.
Preferred qualifications for this future caregiver include:
Associate's or Bachelor's degree in health care or science related field
Physical Requirements:
Ability to perform work in a stationary position for extended periods
Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment
Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information
In some locations, ability to move up to 25 pounds
Personal Protective Equipment:
Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.
May require working irregular hours.
Pay Range
Minimum Annual Salary: $47,530.00
Maximum Annual Salary: $72,475.00
The pay range displayed on this job posting reflects the anticipated range for new hires. A successful candidate’s actual compensation will be determined after taking factors into consideration such as the candidate’s work history, experience, skill set and education. The pay range displayed does not include any applicable pay practices (e.g., shift differentials, overtime, etc.). The pay range does not include the value of Cleveland Clinic’s benefits package (e.g., healthcare, dental and vision benefits, retirement savings account contributions, etc.).
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Who's Hiring
- Cleveland Clinic51
- Case Western Reserve University26
- University Hospitals13
- Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland13
Research Jobs in Cleveland: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a research job in Cleveland?
Cleveland's strongest hiring for research professionals comes from its major academic medical centers, university-affiliated research institutes in University Circle, and the growing cluster of biomedical and life sciences firms along the Health-Tech Corridor. Candidates who can demonstrate hands-on laboratory skills, familiarity with IRB protocols, or experience with clinical data give themselves a clear edge in this market. Networking through Case Western Reserve University and the Cleveland Clinic research community also opens doors that online applications alone often don't.
Which companies hire researchs in Cleveland?
Cleveland research roles are posted by Cleveland Clinic, Case Western Reserve University, and University Hospitals and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. The local market is shaped heavily by large academic medical systems, university research departments, and a growing number of biotech and health-sciences firms that have established operations in and around University Circle.
Are there remote research jobs in Cleveland?
Yes, but it depends heavily on the type of research work. Bench science, clinical, and fieldwork roles are almost always on-site, while data analysis, policy research, and literature review positions are far more remote-compatible. About 100% of research openings tied to Cleveland are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, with the remote portion skewing toward quantitative and analytical roles at corporate and consulting employers rather than hospital or laboratory settings.
How can I get a research job in Cleveland with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path in Cleveland is a research assistant or coordinator role at one of the city's academic medical centers or university departments, where entry-level positions are posted regularly and on-the-job training is built into the role. Cleveland Clinic, University Hospitals, and Case Western Reserve University all hire at the assistant level and frequently promote from within. Volunteering on faculty-led studies, completing a relevant certificate, or pursuing a co-op through a local university gives candidates a concrete credential that Cleveland employers recognize.
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