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Guidehouse

Clinical Program Manager

Bethesda, MD · On-site

$85K - $141K/yr

Coordinate operational and startup activities for clinical trials, including feasibility assessments, site coordination for multi-center trials, and study activation. * Facilitate project meetings ...

Guidehouse

Clinical Program Manager

Bethesda, MD

$85K - $141K/yr

Coordinate operational and startup activities for clinical trials, including feasibility assessments, site coordination for multi-center trials, and study activation. * Facilitate project meetings ...

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Senior Clinical Research Associate

Washington, DC · Hybrid

$110K - $138K/yr

This Sr. CRA role will support the client's Oncology clinical trials to ensure data integrity, subject safety, andinspectionreadiness at the clinical investigative sites. Responsibilities: * Perform ...

Vivo HealthStaff

Clinical Trial Physician

Washington, DC · On-site

$110 - $140/hr

Vivo HealthStaff is recruiting for a Clinical Trials Physician for a Vaccine Trial in the USA.We are seeking an experienced and licensed Pain Management Physician to provide locum tenens coverage at ...

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Clinical Research Associate

Washington, DC · On-site

$91K - $114K/yr

As a CRA II at ICON, you will design and analyze clinical trials, interpreting complex medical data, and contribute to the advancement of innovative treatments and therapies. Our FSP program is ...

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How much do clinical trials jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for clinical trials in Reston, VA is $65.04, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $52.79 and $73.27 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in a clinical trials position, and why are they important?

To thrive in Clinical Trials roles, you need a strong understanding of clinical research principles, Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines, and a background in life sciences or healthcare. Familiarity with electronic data capture (EDC) systems, regulatory compliance software, and relevant certifications such as GCP or CCRA is highly valuable. Attention to detail, organizational skills, and effective communication enable collaboration across multidisciplinary teams. These competencies are crucial for ensuring protocol adherence, data integrity, and the successful execution of trial activities.

What are some common career paths or advancement opportunities for professionals working in clinical trials?

Many professionals in Clinical Trials start their careers as Clinical Research Coordinators, Clinical Research Associates, or Data Managers. With experience, you can advance to roles such as Senior Clinical Research Associate, Clinical Trial Manager, or Project Manager, and potentially move into areas like regulatory affairs, medical writing, or quality assurance. The role offers continuous learning opportunities, exposure to innovative therapies, and often provides the chance to lead larger, more complex studies as you progress. Advancement is typically supported by additional certifications, strong performance, and a proactive approach to professional development. Teamwork and networking within the industry can also open new doors for growth.

What is a clinical trial?

A Clinical Trials job involves managing, coordinating, or supporting research studies that evaluate the safety and effectiveness of medical treatments, drugs, or devices. Professionals in this field work on trial design, patient recruitment, data collection, regulatory compliance, and reporting results. Roles can range from clinical research coordinators to trial managers and regulatory specialists. The goal is to ensure that studies follow ethical guidelines and produce reliable data for medical advancements.

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Infographic showing various Clinical Trials job openings in Reston, VA as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 74% Full Time, 17% Part Time, and 7% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $135,282 per year, or $65 per hour.

Associate Director, Clinical Operations

Technical Resources International, Inc

Bethesda, MD • On-site

$130K - $175K/yr

Full-time

Posted 5 days ago

Job description

Job Title
Associate Director, Clinical Operations
Location
Bethesda, MD 20817 US (Primary)
Category
Clinical Operations
Job Type
Full-Time
Salary Range
$130,000-175,000/YEAR
Education
Bachelor's Degree
Travel
None
Job Description
  • Oversight of clinical operations activities, including one or more of the following: clinical project management, clinical site management (essential regulatory documents, study start up, site monitoring), and/or clinical systems management (CTMS, TMF documentation review/ collection) with an understanding and working knowledge of regulatory (FDA requirements, GCPs/ICH guidelines), data management/ analysis, and scientific/ technical writing processes and requirements.
  • Supports one or more government or commercial contracts in multiple therapeutic areas, e.g., infectious disease (vaccines and therapeutics), oncology, medical device or drug abuse.
  • Responsible for project management oversight for multiple functional areas within one or more complex drug development programs while managing deliverables within budget and to well-defined timelines.
  • Effectively communicates in a matrix management organization with the ability to represent the clinical team during cross-functional collaboration.
  • Provides operational expertise to support program/project level functional areas.
  • Collaborates with Director and other departments and leads on clinical operations strategy and vision to support clinical trial activities.
  • Informs division leadership on the overall status of clinical programs/projects and of potential issues/mitigation
  • Ensure documentation of processes and workflows are being followed and occurring within projected timelines and determine course of action to prevent and remediate delays. Identify gaps and propose solutions to improve efficiency and quality of deliverables. Maintain a high level of accuracy and attention to detail in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities.
  • Support and comply with the company's Quality Management System policies and procedures. Drives innovative project and company performance improvement solutions, including corrective and preventive (CAPA) actions, as needed. Perform risk-based quality content reviews and monitor internal/external KPIs, as required by the client.
  • Contributes to Corporate Initiatives, e.g., streamline and process improvement, SOP development
  • Includes line management responsibility and staff hiring activities. Responsible for resource management, tracking, and level of effort projections for one or more groups in the clinical operations department and/or project functional areas.
  • Participate in proposal writing for government and commercial clients, budget development, and bid defense meetings, as needed.
  • Supports inspection readiness of the organization and assists in department audit preparation, post inspection activities implementation and follow up.

Job Requirements
  • Broad multidisciplinary understanding of the pharmaceutical clinical research and development processes with hands on regulatory, clinical operations, or clinical trial monitoring/management experience, e.g., clinical study design, conduct, management, reporting, and/or product development life cycle.
  • Able to mentor staff and achieve high quality performance through risk management/ mitigation and implementation of corrective/ preventive actions, as needed.
  • Strong facilitation, presentation, problem-solving, and conflict resolution skills; including ability to keep up with changing priorities, seasoned oral and written communications skills, strong attention to detail with ability to QC information, and experience in the use and development of clinical research databases/ systems/ tools.
  • Strong leadership skills including change management, people development, strategic thinking, and influencing.
  • Advanced ability to manage team resources to ensure attainment of department objectives.
  • Expertise in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel is required, and experience with Microsoft Project.
  • Proposal writing and bid defense skills a plus.
  • Background in Infectious Disease/HIV clinical trials and/or Oncology; or experience in the conduct of Phase 1 protocols or prior work on a government contract, is a plus.
  • 10 years minimum experience in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry including Contract Research Organization (CRO) or other clinical trials or research environment, e.g., hands on regulatory, clinical operations (in-house CRA or study coordinator), site monitoring, or TMF experience, including at least 6 years of project management (PM) or equivalent clinical trials and operations management experience.

We are equal opportunity/affirmative action employers, committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under state or local law.

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