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NYULMC

Per Diem Research Data Associate

New York, NY · On-site

The Research Data Associate (RDA) will work per diem to contribute to clinical research efforts within the Schizophrenia Research Group at the Department of Psychiatry, NYU Langone Health. Under the ...

TAP Engineering

Research Project Manager

College Park, MD · On-site

$140K - $165K/yr

Research Project Manager TAP Engineering | College Park, MD | Full Time Clearance Required: Active ... Up to $36,000 per year for approved coursework * Additional Benefits: Employee Assistance Program ...

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As of Jun 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for per diem research project in the United States is $86,032.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $71,500.00 and $91,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Per Diem Research Project vs Clinical Research Coordinator?

AspectPer Diem Research ProjectClinical Research Coordinator
CredentialsVaries; often no formal certification requiredTypically requires a bachelor's degree and certification (e.g., CCRP)
Work EnvironmentTemporary, project-based settings, often in hospitals or research facilitiesOngoing, administrative and patient-facing roles in clinical trial sites
Employer & Industry UsageResearch institutions, hospitals, pharmaceutical companies for specific projectsHospitals, clinics, research centers managing multiple studies

Per Diem Research Projects are short-term, flexible roles focused on specific research tasks, often without formal certification. Clinical Research Coordinators have ongoing responsibilities, managing entire clinical trials with required certifications. The roles differ mainly in duration, scope, and certification requirements, but both operate within the research industry.

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Infographic showing various Per Diem Research Project job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 4% As Needed, 31% Full Time, 41% Part Time, 12% Temporary, and 12% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $86,032 per year, or $41.4 per hour.
Research Technician (Per Diem)

Research Technician (Per Diem)

TKL Research, Inc.

Fair Lawn, NJ

$18.25 - $25/hr

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Posted 13 days ago

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We are seeking Per Diem Research Technicians for our growing organization. In this role, you will maintain and manage instrumentation and day-to-day lab operations. Prepare laboratory equipment and work with samples, cultures, and/or cell separation methods; basic biology or other niche science techniques, depending on the lab.

Operate lab equipment such as centrifuges, pH meters, analytical balancers, scintillation counters, etc. Assist in collection of tissues and fluids. Prepare culture media, chemicals, reagents and solutions.

Conduct basic hematology testing and prep slides for cell counting and staining. Conduct procedures required to process, cryopreserve, thaw, and QC peripheral blood mononuclear cells (PBMCs) and other purified cell products. Perform daily, weekly, monthly and annual QC on all equipment as required by laboratory SOPs.

Handle inventory and prepare cellular products and affiliated documentation for shipment to client. Assist in the development and validation of new laboratory procedures and techniques.

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