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How much do associate international clinical research jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 26, 2026, the average yearly pay for associate international clinical research in the United States is $94,314.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $62,500.00 and $128,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Associate International Clinical Research vs Clinical Research Coordinator?

AspectAssociate International Clinical ResearchClinical Research Coordinator
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree, often in life sciences; certifications like CCRP or GCP trainingBachelor's degree, relevant certifications often preferred
Work EnvironmentGlobal or multi-site clinical trials, often in international settingsSingle-site or multi-site clinical trial management, primarily in hospitals or research centers
Employer & Industry UsagePharmaceutical companies, CROs, academic institutions involved in international studiesHospitals, research institutions, pharmaceutical companies conducting clinical trials
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

While both roles support clinical trial processes, the Associate International Clinical Research typically focuses on international or multi-site studies, requiring global coordination skills. The Clinical Research Coordinator usually manages local or site-specific trials, emphasizing patient interaction and trial administration. Understanding these differences helps candidates choose the role that best fits their experience and career goals.

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Infographic showing various Associate International Clinical Research job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 69% Full Time, 28% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $94,314 per year, or $45.3 per hour.
International Clinical Research Director

International Clinical Research Director

Glaukos

Aliso Viejo, CA

Full-time

Posted 10 days ago


Job description

How You'll Make an Impact:

The Director, Clinical Development - EMEAI serves as the senior regional Clinical Development leader and primary clinical liaison for the EMEAI region. This role supports global clinical development programs across primarily pharmaceutical products, with some combination products, spanning multiple ophthalmology indications. This role supports direct study execution in region, serving as a regional touchpoint for investigators and key opinion leaders and is responsible for local study performance (site identification, activation, enrollment, etc.). 

 

What You'll Do:

  • Serve as the primary Clinical representative for the EMEAI region, providing clinical and regional insight to global clinical development programs.
  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with KOLs and investigators across EMEAI. 
  • Support regional study feasibility, startup, and performance in partnership with regional partners. 
  • Provide regional clinical input into global development strategies, protocols, and study designs. 
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with Regulatory, Biostats/Data Management, Science/Medical Writing, CMC and Global Clinical Operations.
 

How You'll Get There:

  • Extensive experience in pharmaceutical clinical development, with exposure to combination products preferred. 
  • Demonstrated experience engaging with KOLs and investigators in ophthalmology and/or rare diseases across international regions. 
  • Strong understanding of GCP and global clinical development principles. 
  • Driven self-starter
  • Proactively identifies issues/opportunities and delivers solutions
  • Data-driven
  • Relationship-focused; builds strong connections across stakeholders
  • Scientifically inclined-translates complex concepts into actionable study procedures
  • Expert communicator (written and verbal) who builds trust and clarity across teams 
  • 30% travel
 

Education

Advanced degree in a scientific, medical, or health-related discipline
(PhD, PharmD, MD, or equivalent preferred).

#GKOSEMEAI #GKOSINTERNATIONAL   
 

Generous. Innovative. Leadership-driven. Family-oriented. Socially responsible. 

Founded in 1998, Glaukos Corporation is an ophthalmic pharmaceutical and medical technology company focused on developing and commercializing novel therapies for the treatment of glaucoma, corneal disorders, and retinal diseases.

Our mission at Glaukos is to truly transform vision by pioneering novel, dropless therapies that can meaningfully advance the standard of care and improve the lives of patients suffering from chronic, sight-threatening eye diseases. 

Innovation is at the core of everything we do, and we are resolute in our commitment to challenge conventional thinking with new treatment alternatives that are supported by real science, robust clinical evidence, and an unrelenting focus on patients. 

Our constant pursuit of game-changing technologies that disrupt legacy treatment paradigms is encapsulated in the Glaukos mantra "We'll Go First," which articulates our willingness to take chances, our determination to forge new ground, and our commitment to continuous improvement in all that we do.   

Our company completed an initial public offering in June of 2015, and our shares are traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol "GKOS". Our global headquarters is in Aliso Viejo, California with additional locations in San Clemente, California, and Burlington, Massachusetts.

Glaukos Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. 


All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check, including successfully passing a drug screen, based on the position and local regulations.