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Clinical Study Specialist

Warren, NJ · Hybrid

$62K - $77K/yr

Clinical Study Specialist (Hybrid - Warren, NJ, Armonk, NY or Cambridge MA)) ICON is a global ... Must be open to hybrid office/home based in Warren NJ, Armonk NY or Cambridge MA Employment with ...

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Resource Family Trainer

Little Rock, AR · On-site

$38K - $47K/yr

... Specialists of the resource parent pre-service being offered to prospective resource/adoptive parents when requested by supervisor. Assessment Management: * Conduct the contracted home study model on ...

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How much do home study specialist jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for home study specialist in the United States is $101,385.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $73,000.00 and $135,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a home study specialist do?

A Home Study Specialist is a professional who evaluates and assesses the suitability of a home and family environment for adoption or foster care. Their responsibilities include conducting interviews, performing safety inspections, gathering documentation, and preparing detailed reports for child welfare agencies or courts. They ensure that prospective families meet all legal, emotional, and safety requirements to provide a stable and nurturing home for children. Home Study Specialists also offer guidance and support to families throughout the home study process.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a home study specialist, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Home Study Specialist, you need a background in social work or human services, strong assessment skills, and knowledge of child welfare regulations, often supported by a relevant degree and state licensure. Familiarity with case management software, documentation systems, and legal compliance tools is typically required. Exceptional communication, cultural sensitivity, and attention to detail are critical soft skills for building trust and accurately evaluating families. These competencies ensure comprehensive, ethical home studies that protect children and support successful placements.

What are some typical challenges faced by home study specialists when assessing prospective adoptive or foster families?

Home Study Specialists often encounter challenges such as navigating sensitive family dynamics, ensuring compliance with state and agency regulations, and managing tight deadlines for completing thorough assessments. Building trust with families and addressing their concerns about the process requires strong interpersonal skills and empathy. Additionally, Home Study Specialists must maintain detailed documentation and coordinate effectively with social workers, legal professionals, and other team members to support positive outcomes for children.

What is the difference between Home Study Specialist vs Adoption Case Manager?

AspectHome Study SpecialistAdoption Case Manager
Required CredentialsChild welfare or social work degree, state licensingSocial work degree, licensing often preferred
Work EnvironmentChild welfare agencies, private agenciesAdoption agencies, social service organizations
Employer & IndustryChild welfare and adoption industryAdoption and foster care services
Common Search/ComparisonHome Study Specialist vs Adoption Case Manager

While both roles involve working with families and children, a Home Study Specialist primarily conducts assessments and home evaluations for prospective adoptive families. An Adoption Case Manager manages the overall adoption process, providing support and coordinating services. The roles often overlap but differ in scope and responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various Home Study Specialist job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 73% Full Time, 21% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 80% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 19% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $101,385 per year, or $48.7 per hour.

Clinical Study Specialist

Warren, NJ • Hybrid

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$62K - $77K/yr

Full-time

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Job description

Clinical Study Specialist (Hybrid - Warren, NJ, Armonk, NY or Cambridge MA))

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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