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How much do clinical research program coordinator jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for clinical research program coordinator in the United States is $28.69, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $23.32 and $31.01 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a clinical research program coordinator do?

A Clinical Research Program Coordinator organizes and manages clinical research studies within healthcare or academic settings. Their responsibilities include overseeing study protocols, recruiting and screening participants, ensuring regulatory compliance, coordinating with research teams and sponsors, and maintaining accurate documentation. They play a key role in ensuring the smooth operation of clinical trials and often act as a liaison between investigators, participants, and regulatory bodies.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a clinical research program coordinator?

To thrive as a Clinical Research Program Coordinator, you need a background in life sciences or healthcare, experience with research protocols, and often a bachelor’s or master’s degree in a related field. Familiarity with regulatory compliance, data management systems like REDCap, and certifications such as CCRC or ACRP are typically required. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and effective communication help coordinate teams and ensure protocol adherence. These skills are vital for maintaining research integrity, meeting regulatory standards, and ensuring successful project outcomes.

What are the main challenges clinical research program coordinators face when managing multiple studies simultaneously?

Clinical Research Program Coordinators often juggle several studies at once, which can present challenges such as balancing competing deadlines, ensuring regulatory compliance, and maintaining clear communication across diverse teams. Effective time management and organizational skills are critical, as coordinators must track study progress, manage documentation, and resolve any issues that arise promptly. Collaborating closely with principal investigators, research staff, and external partners is essential to keep studies running smoothly and maintain high standards of data integrity.

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

AspectClinical Research Program CoordinatorClinical Research Associate
CredentialsOften requires a bachelor's degree in health sciences or related field; certifications like CCRP are commonTypically requires a bachelor's degree; certifications like CRA or RAC are beneficial
Work EnvironmentManages study logistics, coordinates between teams, and oversees daily operations at research sitesMonitors clinical trials at multiple sites, ensuring compliance and data integrity
Employer & Industry UsageUsed by hospitals, research institutions, and pharmaceutical companies for site managementEmployed mainly by CROs and pharmaceutical companies for trial monitoring

While both roles support clinical research, the Clinical Research Program Coordinator focuses on site management and daily operations, whereas the Clinical Research Associate primarily monitors trial progress across sites to ensure compliance and data quality.

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Infographic showing various Clinical Research Program Coordinator job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 1% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 20% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $59,666 per year, or $28.7 per hour.

Program Coordinator

White Plains, NY • On-site

New York State Psychiatry Institute
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Job Title: Program Coordinator Grade: 21 Salary: $78,285-$80,698

The Research Foundation for Mental Hygiene is seeking a qualified candidate to fill a full-time Program Coordinator position. Under the direction of the Principal Investigator, the incumbent will serve as a key operational and administrative lead for a large, grant-funded, multi-site research program within the Division of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at RFMH/NYSPI and Columbia University Irving Medical Center. The Research Project Coordinator oversees the coordination and implementation of multidisciplinary clinical research and care initiatives focused on individuals with autism spectrum disorder, ensuring alignment across partner institutions, investigators, and community stakeholders. This role coordinates operations, regulatory processes, timelines, and communications to support high-quality, patient-centered research and advance innovative interventions for children and families affected by autism.

Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Work closely with Principal Investigators and team lead to coordinate daily operations of large, multi-study, grant-funded research programs and networks.
  • Support the launch and ongoing management of new research initiatives, including multi-site studies, collaborative projects, and clinical trials.
  • Create, implement, and update standard operating procedures (SOPs) to ensure consistency, quality assurance, and compliance across research and protocols.
  • Assist with the development and preparation of grant submissions, including coordination of administrative materials, budgets, and supporting documentation.
  • Support with submitting, and maintaining IRB applications, amendments, continuing reviews, and regulatory documents in accordance with sponsor requirements and institutional IRB standards.
  • Serve as a central liaison between investigators, research staff and administrative offices across institutions, acting as a key resource for research operations and compliance.
  • Ensure project milestones, deliverables, reporting obligations, and regulatory requirements are met in accordance with sponsor guidelines and institutional policies.
  • Perform other related tasks as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in psychology, public health, neuroscience, social sciences, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and at least (4) years of directly related research program management experience
  • At least (2) years of experience coordinating or managing grant-funded research programs, clinical research, or multi-study projects
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Master's degree in psychology, public health, neuroscience, clinical research, or a related field
  • At least (1) year of experience with pediatric, developmental, behavioral health, and/or developmental disabilities research.
Work Location:

1051 Riverside Drive, New York, NY 10032

The Mission of the Research Foundation for Mental Hygiene, Inc. (RFMH) is to promote the mental health of all New Yorkers, with a focus on providing hope and supporting recovery for adults with serious mental illness and children with serious emotional disturbances. Applicants with lived mental health experience are encouraged to apply. RFMH is deeply committed to supporting underserved individuals, organizations, and communities. To this end, RFMH is focused on implementing activities and initiatives to reduce disparities in access, quality, and treatment outcomes for underserved populations. A critical component of these efforts is ensuring that RFMH is a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees' unique attributes and skills are valued and utilized to support the mission of the Agency. RFMH is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

The Research Foundation is a private not-for-profit corporation and is not an agency or instrumentality of the State of New York. Employees of the Research Foundation are not state employees, do not participate in any state retirement system, and do not receive state fringe benefits. Excellent Benefits Package. Affir mative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer - Disabled/Veteran, 41 CFR 60-741.5(a) and 41 CFR 60-300.5(a) compliant.

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