Mid Level Study Start Up Jobs
Mid level study start up jobs go to professionals ready to own study startup workflows end to end, guide junior coordinators, and make protocol decisions with limited oversight. Openings across Healthcare & Medical Services, Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals, and Education are posted by employers like Medpace, Iowa Diabetes, and Loma Linda University Health, with 14% of roles offered remotely or hybrid, hiring at this level now.
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SS: Clinical Trial Center- (Full-Time, Day Shift) -
Job Summary: The Study Start Up Specialist Senior is responsible for reviewing clinical research studies to determine whether the study is a qualifying study pursuant to Medicare's National Coverage Determination (310. 10). Mentors and trains the new start up staff that enter the department. Coordinates the startup process of clinical research studies submitted to the Clinical Trial Center by reviewing study protocols and related regulatory documents in order to assist with feasibility determination, billing plan creation, complete coverage analyses and study startup kit completion. Is responsible for establishing research records in electronic medical record system. Performs other duties as needed.
Education and Experience: Bachelor's Degree in a health-related discipline required. Minimum five years of experience in clinical research required. One year of experience with HCPCS/CPT coding preferred. Experience may be accepted in lieu of degree.
Knowledge and Skills: Detailed understanding of Medicare's Clinical Trial Policy (NCD 310.1) and related guidance documents. Understanding of FDA and Medicare regulations related to clinical trials. Ability to interpret research contracts, study budgets and clinical protocols and consent forms to extrapolate billing/coverage data. Able to keyboard 40 wpm. Able to use a computer, printer, and software programs necessary to the position (e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint). Operate/troubleshoot basic office equipment required for the position. Able to work calmly and respond courteously when under pressure; collaborate and accept direction. Able to think critically; manage multiple assignments effectively; organize and prioritize workload; work well under pressure; problem solve; recall information with accuracy; pay close attention to detail; work independently with minimal supervision. Able to distinguish colors as necessary; hear sufficiently for general conversation in person and on the telephone, and identify and distinguish various sounds associated with the workplace; see adequately to read computer screens, and written documents necessary to the position. Communicates effectively and serves as a subject matter expert on coverage analysis.
Licensures and Certifications: None.
SS: Clinical Trial Center- (Full-Time, Day Shift) -
Job Summary: The Study Start Up Specialist Senior is responsible for reviewing clinical research studies to determine whether the study is a qualifying study pursuant to Medicare's National Coverage Determination (310. 10). Mentors and trains the new start up staff that enter the department. Coordinates the startup process of clinical research studies submitted to the Clinical Trial Center by reviewing study protocols and related regulatory documents in order to assist with feasibility determination, billing plan creation, complete coverage analyses and study startup kit completion. Is responsible for establishing research records in electronic medical record system. Performs other duties as needed.
Education and Experience: Bachelor's Degree in a health-related discipline required. Minimum five years of experience in clinical research required. One year of experience with HCPCS/CPT coding preferred. Experience may be accepted in lieu of degree.
Knowledge and Skills: Detailed understanding of Medicare's Clinical Trial Policy (NCD 310.1) and related guidance documents. Understanding of FDA and Medicare regulations related to clinical trials. Ability to interpret research contracts, study budgets and clinical protocols and consent forms to extrapolate billing/coverage data. Able to keyboard 40 wpm. Able to use a computer, printer, and software programs necessary to the position (e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint). Operate/troubleshoot basic office equipment required for the position. Able to work calmly and respond courteously when under pressure; collaborate and accept direction. Able to think critically; manage multiple assignments effectively; organize and prioritize workload; work well under pressure; problem solve; recall information with accuracy; pay close attention to detail; work independently with minimal supervision. Able to distinguish colors as necessary; hear sufficiently for general conversation in person and on the telephone, and identify and distinguish various sounds associated with the workplace; see adequately to read computer screens, and written documents necessary to the position. Communicates effectively and serves as a subject matter expert on coverage analysis.
Licensures and Certifications: None.
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Who's Hiring
- Medpace6
- Iowa Diabetes1
- Loma Linda University Health1
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- Healthcare & Medical Services5
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals4
- Education1
Mid Level Study Start Up Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level study start up job?
Position yourself as someone who has owned a complete startup deliverable, not just supported one. Highlight experience coordinating site activation, managing vendor relationships, or leading regulatory submissions without constant oversight. Applications that name specific protocols you have managed, therapeutic areas you know well, and cross-functional teams you have worked alongside stand out to hiring managers at this level.
Which companies hire mid level study start ups?
Companies hiring mid level study start ups right now include Medpace, Iowa Diabetes, and Loma Linda University Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Hiring at this level comes from a mix of contract research organizations, pharmaceutical sponsors, and specialized clinical operations firms that need professionals who can manage site portfolios independently.
Are there remote mid level study start up jobs?
Yes, remote and hybrid arrangements are common at this experience level. About 14% of mid level study start up openings are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, reflecting an industry shift toward distributed clinical operations teams. Roles focused on document management, regulatory coordination, and vendor oversight tend to offer the most location flexibility.
How do I move up to a mid level study start up role?
Growth into mid level comes from building depth in a specific phase of the startup process, whether that is feasibility, site qualification, or IRB submission, and then taking measurable ownership of outcomes. Professionals who demonstrate they can manage a site from activation to enrollment independently, document lessons learned, and mentor newer coordinators consistently make the jump from entry level to mid level within a few years.
Which industries hire the most mid level study start ups?
Mid Level study start up roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services, Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals, and Education, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Those sectors drive demand because they run large, multi-site trials that require experienced professionals who can manage startup timelines and regulatory requirements without step-by-step guidance.