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As of Aug 23, 2026, the average hourly pay for certified clinical research associate in the United States is $41.13, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $28.85 and $52.64 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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

AspectCertified Clinical Research AssociateClinical Research Coordinator
CredentialsCertification (e.g., CCRA, CCRP), relevant degreesOften no certification, relevant degrees preferred
Work EnvironmentMonitors multiple sites, oversees study complianceManages daily study activities at a single site
Employer & IndustryPharmaceutical companies, CROs, research institutionsHospitals, clinics, research sites

The Certified Clinical Research Associate primarily oversees multiple research sites ensuring compliance and protocol adherence, often working for CROs or pharma companies. In contrast, the Clinical Research Coordinator manages daily activities at a specific site, working directly with participants. Both roles are essential in clinical trials but differ in scope and responsibilities.

How hard is it to get a Certified Clinical Research Associate job?

Securing a Certified Clinical Research Associate (CCRA) position typically requires a relevant degree, such as in life sciences or healthcare, along with certification from a recognized organization like ACRP or SOCRA. Employers often look for prior experience in clinical trials, strong attention to detail, and familiarity with regulatory requirements, making the job competitive but attainable with proper qualifications and training.

Is being a Certified Clinical Research Associate worth it?

A Certified Clinical Research Associate (CCRA) is responsible for monitoring clinical trials to ensure compliance with protocols and regulations. The role offers opportunities for career advancement, competitive salaries, and the use of specialized skills like regulatory knowledge and data management. Certification can enhance job prospects and credibility in the clinical research field.
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Infographic showing various Certified Clinical Research Associate job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 68% Full Time, 29% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $85,542 per year, or $41.1 per hour.

Clinical Research Assistant, Norton Cancer Institute Research Operations St. Matthews Days

Norton Healthcare

Louisville, KY • On-site

Full-time

Posted 3 days ago

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Norton Healthcare rating

7.4

Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

Based on 188 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

267th of 893 rated healthcare providers


Job description

Responsibilities
Clinical Research Assistant (CRA) provides support to the research team by collecting, entering, abstracting, and managing the study data for sponsor data systems, publication, or other reporting. The CRA may also assist the Clinical Research Nurse (CRN) and/or Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC) in the set-up and execution of clinical research protocol procedures and associated administrative responsibilities. In some cases, the CRA may coordinate retrospective, quality, and other non-therapeutic research trials under Principal Investigator direction. Additionally, the CRA is responsible to maintain research medical equipment; accurately maintain logs; perform protocol-related tasks as assigned (within scope of practice); inventory, store, order and maintain study-related equipment/ supplies.
Qualifications
Required:
  • One year in a research or healthcare setting

Desired:
  • One year in data entry or abstraction
  • Associate Degree
  • Certified Clinical Data Manager OR Certified Clinical Research Associate OR Certified Clinical Research Coordinator OR Certified Clinical Research Professional OR Certified Medical Assistant OR Certified Tumor Registrar

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Norton Healthcare is a not-for-profit hospital and health care system and is Louisville's second largest employer, with more than 18,000 employees, over 1,700 employed medical providers and approximately 2,000 total physicians on its medical staff. The system includes six hospitals (five in Louisville and one in Madison, Indiana) with 1,993 licensed beds, eight outpatient centers, 18 Norton Immediate Care Centers, eight Norton Prompt Care at Walgreens clinics and an expanded telehealth program. It provides care at more than 340 locations throughout Kentucky and Southern Indiana.

Industry

Health care and social assistance

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Louisville, KY, US

Year founded

1988