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As of Aug 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior clinical research associate in Rosedale, MD is $90,460.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $59,900.00 and $122,800.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a senior clinical research associate, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Senior Clinical Research Associate, you need a solid background in clinical research, regulatory compliance, and often a degree in life sciences or a related field. Familiarity with electronic data capture (EDC) systems, Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines, and relevant certifications such as ACRP or SOCRA are typically required. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders make someone stand out in this position. These skills and qualities are vital for ensuring studies are conducted ethically, accurately, and in compliance with regulatory standards.

What does a senior clinical research associate do?

A senior clinical research associate (CRA) monitors clinical trials and manages team members. Your duties include leading project team meetings, running experiments, making observations, tracking results, and analyzing data. You also ensure experiments meet all clinical practice and safety standards. Qualifications for this career are a bachelor of science in a biomedical field or a bachelor of science in nursing (BSN), along with professional experience in a medical or research setting. You must have strong communication, interpersonal, leadership, and technical writing skills.

What are some typical challenges faced by senior clinical research associates when overseeing multiple clinical trials?

Senior Clinical Research Associates (SCRAs) often manage several studies at once, which requires balancing competing deadlines, ensuring protocol compliance, and maintaining strong communication with site staff. A common challenge is ensuring consistent data quality and regulatory adherence across diverse sites, especially when trials are geographically dispersed. Effective time management, attention to detail, and proactive problem-solving are crucial for success in this role. Collaboration with project managers, investigators, and regulatory teams is also essential to ensure trials progress smoothly and meet all regulatory requirements.
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Research Associate (Per Diem Flex Shift)

Parexel

Baltimore, MD

$20 - $22/hr

Part-time

Medical, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 5 days ago


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Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

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Job description

When our values align, there's no limit to what we can achieve.
At Parexel, we all share the same goal - to improve the world's health. From clinical trials to regulatory, consulting, and market access, every clinical development solution we provide is underpinned by something special - a deep conviction in what we do.

Each of us, no matter what we do at Parexel, contributes to the development of a therapy that ultimately will benefit a patient. We take our work personally, we do it with empathy and we're committed to making a difference.

Job Title: Entry level Research Associate (per diem)

Work Location: onsite in Baltimore, MD

Parexel Early Phase Clinical Unitsupports the development of innovative new medicines which are vital for public health, improving outcomes, and saving lives. The early phase and "first in human" trials are the first step in testing these novel treatments in humans.

At Parexel Baltimore, MD unit our highly trained and skilled Research Associates are crucial to ensuring the successful completion of Phase I trials. This is a great role for anyone that aspires to be an enrollment specialist, clinical research coordinator, or eventually manager. Parexel provides a great system of support to help you grow and advance your career internally.

What you'll do after training is completed(including but not limited):

  • You will understand study protocols and be able to complete required medical procedures.

  • Recruit study participants by calling the database, attending company sponsored community events, posting flyers in schools, senior centers, supermarkets, and other establishments.

  • Enter study participants in the study participant tracking system and study logs, maintain appointment calendars, and operate company information systems and computer programs.

  • Conduct screening visits and study protocol specific study participant visits, assist staff physicians in assessment of concomitant medications, adverse events, lab results, and other test results.

  • Prepare/monitor study supplies and stock levels in clinic/hospital.

  • Ensure basic study participant safety is provided.

  • Assist with Monitor visits (i.e., room set up, etc.).

  • Maintain and update knowledge of Clinical Operating Guidelines and their proper application.

  • Assume appropriate role with study participants and caregivers.

  • Assure quality and accuracy of source and CRF documentation.

  • Comply with Quality Management (QM) department guidelines and perform corrections for QM, CRC and Monitor/Sponsor Representative in a timely manner.

Your Profile:

  • Proven customer service experience in a fast-paced environment

  • Background working in a medical or clinical setting

  • Comfortable with prolonged periods of standing and walking

  • B.S.+ in related life science field OR HS diploma/GED with relevant experience

  • CPT/Phlebotomy is highly preferred

Hours/Shift - please note this is not a full-time opportunity we are currently seeking per diem candidates (this role is not eligible for full time benefits)

Required Training: First 4 to 6 weeks required to work 40 hours a week for training (day shift - 6:50am to 3:20pm)

After training is completed:

  • Minimum availability requirements: 16 hours of availability per week AND two 12-hour weekend shifts in a 4-week month OR three 12-hour weekend shifts in a 5-week month

  • The actual number of hours scheduled and confirmed can vary between 0-40 hours a week, depending on business needs (hours are not guaranteed)

  • Shift Details: Seeking flexible candidate that can work any shift (day, evening, overnight, & weekend)

  • Bi-monthly attendance may be required for training sessions, unless there are no mandatory trainings to complete

Base Pay Range: $20.00 to $22.00 per hour

Actual salaries may vary within the range based on several factors including, but not limited to education, training, experience, professional achievement, and location.

In addition to base salary, some roles may be eligible for participation in Parexel's annual performance-based bonus plan, annual salary review and additional total rewards incentives.

Our talent acquisition team will provide additional details on our bonus plan or incentive programs for those eligible roles. For all eligible employees, we offer market leading benefit programs including paid time off, 401k match, life insurance, health insurance, and other benefit offerings in accordance with the terms of applicable plans.

EEO Disclaimer
Parexel is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected status, which in the US includes race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.


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About PAREXEL

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Bring your Data Management expertise to Parexel's Strategic Partnerships. Although we work globally, each partnership we form is deeply personal. We are as dedicated to every aspect of our client's product development as they are - and work closely with client teams in true partnership to understand both challenges and opportunities. At Parexel we are focused on meeting customer and patient needs through collaborative partnership so that we get treatments into the hands of patients who need them most.

Industry

Pharmaceutical and medicine manufacturing

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Waltham, MA, US

Year founded

1983