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KidsPeace

Clinical Administrative Assistant

Ellsworth, ME

$18 - $24.25/hr

KidsPeace is seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented Clinical Administrative Assistant to ... Support departmental reporting, special projects, and communication across interdisciplinary teams.

KidsPeace

Clinical Administrative Assistant

Ellsworth, ME · On-site

$18 - $24.25/hr

KidsPeace is seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented Clinical Administrative Assistant to ... Support departmental reporting, special projects, and communication across interdisciplinary teams.

Sauk Prairie Healthcare

$60K - $81K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Utilize outcome tools to determine patient progress. * Assist in contributing to continuity of care ... Work collaboratively with Sauk Prairie Healthcare on projects and initiatives related to Behavioral ...

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How much do clinical project assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average hourly pay for clinical project assistant in Maine is $19.59, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.06 and $22.60 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a clinical project assistant?

Clinical Project Assistants are support professionals who help manage and coordinate activities within clinical research projects. They assist project managers and clinical teams by handling administrative tasks, organizing documentation, scheduling meetings, and ensuring regulatory compliance. Their role is essential for keeping clinical trials running smoothly, maintaining accurate records, and facilitating communication among team members. Clinical Project Assistants often work in pharmaceutical companies, contract research organizations, or healthcare settings.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a clinical project assistant?

To thrive as a Clinical Project Assistant, you need strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a background in life sciences or a related field, often supported by a bachelor’s degree. Familiarity with clinical trial management systems (CTMS), electronic data capture (EDC), and regulatory documentation processes is typically required. Excellent communication, teamwork, and time management skills help you coordinate effectively with diverse stakeholders. These competencies are crucial for maintaining accurate trial documentation, ensuring regulatory compliance, and supporting efficient clinical study operations.

What are some common challenges faced by clinical project assistants, and how can they be managed effectively?

Clinical Project Assistants often encounter challenges such as managing multiple tasks across different projects, maintaining accurate and timely documentation, and ensuring effective communication among cross-functional teams. To manage these effectively, it's important to develop strong organizational and prioritization skills, utilize project management tools, and regularly communicate with project managers and team members to stay aligned on timelines and expectations. Proactive problem-solving and attention to detail can also help prevent issues and contribute to the smooth progress of clinical trials.

What is the difference between Clinical Project Assistant vs Clinical Research Coordinator?

AspectClinical Project AssistantClinical Research Coordinator
CredentialsTypically requires a bachelor's degree in health sciences or related fieldUsually requires a bachelor's degree; some roles prefer certification or experience
Work EnvironmentSupports project teams in clinical trial settings, often within pharmaceutical or biotech companiesManages and oversees clinical trials at research sites or hospitals
Employer & IndustryPharmaceutical companies, CROs, biotech firmsHospitals, academic research centers, clinical trial sites
Search & Comparison IntentHigh overlap in job duties and required skills, often searched together

The Clinical Project Assistant primarily supports clinical trial projects by assisting with documentation, scheduling, and communication within the project team. In contrast, the Clinical Research Coordinator manages the day-to-day operations of clinical trials at research sites, including patient recruitment and data collection. While both roles require similar educational backgrounds and work in related environments, their responsibilities differ in scope and focus.

What are the most commonly searched types of Clinical Project jobs in Maine?

The most popular types of Clinical Project jobs in Maine are:

What cities in Maine are hiring for Clinical Project Assistant jobs?

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Infographic showing various Clinical Project Assistant job openings in Maine as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 74% Full Time, 17% Part Time, and 7% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $40,741 per year, or $19.6 per hour.

Project Assistant, SANE

University of New England Career Opportunities

Biddeford, ME • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Re-posted 10 days ago

Job description

Position Information
Position Type Professional Staff Faculty Track Position Title Project Assistant, SANE Employment Status Half Time Months 12 Campus Portland, ME Description
The Project Assistant will support the Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners (SANE) program by providing a broad range of administrative assistance and coordination.
ANE/SANE Program
The University of New England's Advanced Nursing Education-Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (ANESANE) Program is a federally funded initiative that expands Maine's Sexual Assault Forensic Examiner (SAFE) workforce through advanced training, simulation-based education, and traumainformed clinical preparation. The program strengthens statewide capacity to provide compassionate, evidencebased forensic care to survivors of sexual violence.
About The University of New England
UNE is Maine's largest private university, with two beautiful coastal campuses in Maine, a one-of-a-kind study-abroad campus in Tangier, Morocco, and an array of flexible online offerings. In an uncommonly welcoming and supportive community, we offer hands-on learning, empowering students to positively impact a world full of challenges. We are the state's top provider of health professionals and home to Maine's only medical and dental colleges, a variety of other interprofessionally aligned health care programs, and nationally recognized programs in the marine sciences, the natural and social sciences, business, the humanities, and the arts.
Benefits Overview
  • Multiple health and dental plan options, plus vision coverage.
  • Up to 8% retirement plan match.
  • Generous leave time, including vacation, sick, and personal time, and 12+ holidays per year.
  • Educational benefits:
    • UNE tuition waiver for employees, spouses, and domestic partners
For more information about our outstanding benefits, please visit: UNE Benefits Overview
Responsibilities
  • Perform regular administrative duties for the project/department: answer phones and serve as department receptionist; type/print correspondences, reports, manuals, and the like; order materials and supplies; maintain appointment calendars; set up meetings; photocopy; and the like.
  • Organize and maintain various project files and records, frequently involving cross filing/cross-reference systems.
  • Compile, order and oversee distribution and inventory of curricula printing and SANE documents
  • Process specific curricula reporting paperwork and prepare for local partner.
  • Perform basic liaison functions with, faculty, staff, contract evaluators, or other department/program constituency routing to senior staff members as appropriate.
  • Assist in the creation of meeting agendas and meeting document packets.
  • Create and design materials as necessary.
  • Attend a variety of regularly scheduled meetings, including quarterly meetings in Augusta; take meeting minutes; electronically disseminate minutes.
  • Coordinate logistics for training events.
  • Compile a variety of information from both manual and computerized records including the use of Access database
  • Prepare/coordinate bulk or other special departmental mailings utilizing mail merge.
  • Edit project reports for spelling, grammar, formatting, etc.
  • Compile comprehensive end-of-year reports; assemble copies of reports; disseminate reports electronically and in hardcopy.
  • Register participants for various trainings/meetings and arrange travel and accommodations.
  • Confer regularly with immediate supervisor, other department/University personnel, and/or various firms/organizations/individuals outside the University to plan and coordinate activities, exchange information, resolve problems, etc.
  • Understand and comply with the University of New England Safety Manual.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned.
  • Travel to out of town trainings 2-3 times annually.
Qualifications
Associate's degree in business or other appropriate discipline, plus two to three years of relevant clerical and administrative experience, or a combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skills are acquired.
  • Strong computer skills and proficient in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word required.
  • Strong administrative and organizational skills. Experience in organizing and maintaining moderately complex filing and records systems.
    Familiarity with Access database entry a plus
  • Good reading, spelling/grammar and general writing and math skills. Familiarity with bookkeeping/accounting training or experience desirable.
  • Ability to deal effectively with a wide variety of University personnel, students, and/or outside individuals/organizations.
  • Previous UNE experience desirable.
EEO Statement Summary
Consistent with federal and state law and University policy, the University of New England is committed to the fundamental concept of equal opportunity for all of the members of the University community. The University prohibits, and will not tolerate, discrimination in employment, the provision of academic services or in any other area of University life based on race, color, sex, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, ethnicity, genetic information, HIV status, or status as a veteran. Prohibited bias factors should not motivate decisions regarding students, employees, applicants for admission, applicants for employment, contractors, volunteers or participants in and/or users of institutional programs, services, and activities.
Vaccination Statement (PLEASE NOTE)
Employees in clinical settings must meet the State of Maine's immunization requirements for clinical activity.
Additional Note
This position is not eligible for H-1B visa sponsorship.
Anticipated Pay Range $20.19
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number 2022PS0812P Open Date 02/09/2026 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes

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