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Clinical Study Specialist

Cambridge, MA · Hybrid

$62K - $77K/yr

Clinical Study Specialist (Hybrid) ICON is a global healthcare intelligence and clinical research organisation united by a mission to bring new medicines and treatments to patients faster. As a ...

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Clinical Study Specialist

Warren, NJ · Hybrid

$62K - $77K/yr

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Study Startup Specialist

Princeton, NJ · On-site

$70K - $95K/yr

SystImmune is a leading and well-funded clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company located in Redmond ... The Startup Study Specialist is responsible for the successful initiation of clinical trials by ...

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Clinical Study Coordinator

Austin, TX · On-site

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DiaSorin

Clinical Study Coordinator

Austin, TX · On-site

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Clinical Specialist The Clinical Specialist will be the key clinical site contact providing product technical support and clinical study documentation training for U.S. clinical sites for intravenous ...

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How much do clinical study specialist jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for clinical study specialist in the United States is $69,454.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $45,000.00 and $83,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a clinical study specialist?

Clinical Study Specialists are professionals who manage and coordinate clinical trials and research studies within the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or medical device industries. They ensure that studies are conducted in compliance with regulatory requirements and protocols, handle documentation, and communicate with investigators and study sites. Their work is vital for collecting accurate data, maintaining participant safety, and supporting the development of new medical treatments. Clinical Study Specialists often collaborate with different departments, monitor study progress, and help resolve any issues that arise during trials.

What are some common challenges clinical study specialists face when managing multiple clinical trials simultaneously?

Clinical Study Specialists often juggle several clinical trials at once, which can present challenges such as coordinating timelines, ensuring consistent documentation, and maintaining effective communication with cross-functional teams. Balancing regulatory compliance with day-to-day operational tasks requires strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Proactively prioritizing tasks, leveraging project management tools, and cultivating strong relationships with study sites and stakeholders can help manage these complexities and keep studies on track.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a clinical study specialist?

To thrive as a Clinical Study Specialist, you need a solid understanding of clinical research protocols, regulatory guidelines, and data management, often supported by a degree in life sciences or a related field. Familiarity with clinical trial management systems (CTMS), electronic data capture (EDC) tools, and GCP (Good Clinical Practice) certification is typically required. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and effective communication are essential soft skills for successful coordination with research teams and stakeholders. These skills and qualifications ensure studies are conducted accurately, compliantly, and efficiently, which is critical for the integrity and success of clinical research projects.

What is the difference between Clinical Study Specialist vs Clinical Research Coordinator?

AspectClinical Study SpecialistClinical Research Coordinator
CredentialsBachelor's degree in health sciences or related field; certifications like CCRP beneficialBachelor's degree often required; certifications like CCRP or CCRC advantageous
Work EnvironmentPharmaceutical companies, CROs, or clinical trial sitesHospitals, clinics, or research centers
Job FocusSupporting study design, data collection, and regulatory complianceManaging daily trial activities, patient recruitment, and data entry

Both roles require similar educational backgrounds and certifications, often working in clinical trial settings. The Clinical Study Specialist typically focuses on supporting study protocols and regulatory tasks, while the Clinical Research Coordinator manages day-to-day trial operations and patient interactions. Understanding these differences helps candidates choose the right career path in clinical research.

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Clinical Study Specialist

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Cambridge, MA • Hybrid

$62K - $77K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

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Clinical Study Specialist (Hybrid)

ICON is a global healthcare intelligence and clinical research organisation united by a mission to bring new medicines and treatments to patients faster.


As a values-driven organisation, integrity, collaboration, agility, and inclusion are at the heart of how we work and interact with each other, customers, patients and suppliers.


What you will be doing

  • Organizes and delivers analyzable reports and metrics to the clinical study lead

  • Schedules and coordinates meetings, prepares agendas, presentation materials and minutes for clinical study team meetings and other study related meetings

  • Collates data for assessments such as feasibility and site selection and reviews site usability database

  • Contributes to review of study documents such as informed consent forms, case report forms and facilitates study document reviews per company standard operating procedures

  • Compiles study manuals including but not limited to: study reference binders and manuals and maintains versioning of study reference materials (e.g., regulatory, pharmacy, and laboratory binders

  • Collates materials for training and investigator meetings

  • Tracks site activation, enrolment and monitoring visits to projected plans, and escalate any issues or delays with site activation or deviations from monitoring plan

  • Monitors and updates investigator/site status for the trial, and supports with clinical trial registry postings

  • Performs scheduled reconciliations of study Trial Master File (TMF) with clinical study lead guidance

  • Ensures scheduled reports are received (i.e. 1572 reportable changes, financial disclosure form)

  • Manages and maintains team SharePoint and/or shared drive sites, as needed

  • Communication with sites as directed and maintains site contact information

  • Contributes to line listings review for Blind Data Review Meeting (BDRM)

  • May manage or contribute to oversight of Third Party Vendors (TPV)

  • Tracks and monitors close out activities - study close-out documents (1572s, Investigational Product reconciliation, Financial Disclosures, etc.) and CRA close-out visits

  • Participates in Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) revisions or departmental initiatives

  • Proactively recommends process improvement initiatives for the department

Your profile

  • Must have a Bachelor's Degree

  • Must have a minimum of 2 years industry related work experience

  • Experience supporting global trials (NA, LAM, EU, APAC, India)

  • Experience working in TMF, CTMS, Sharepoint,

  • Excels in written and verbal communications

  • Self-starter, can work independently with minimal oversight, solution-oriented

  • ICF review experience

  • General competency: powerpoint/excel skills, meeting minutes

  • Vendor management/oversight experience a plus

  • Must be open to hybrid office/home based in Warren NJ, Armonk NY or Cambridge MA


Employment with ICON is contingent upon having the legal right to work in the country where the role is based.


Rewards & Benefits

ICON offers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package designed to support your health, wellbeing, and career development.


Benefits may include:

  • Competitive base salary and performance related incentives
  • Health and wellbeing programmes including medical, dental, and vision coverage where applicable
  • Retirement and pension plans
  • Life assurance and disability coverage
  • Employee assistance programmes and wellbeing resources
  • Learning and development opportunities through structured training and career pathways

Benefits may vary depending on role and location.


Visit our careers site to read more about the benefits ICON offers.


Inclusion and Accessibility

ICON is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building an inclusive and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued and supported.


If you require reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know or submit a requesthere.

Salary Range

$62,376.00-$77,970.00

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