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Study Start Up Associate Jobs in Kentucky (NOW HIRING)

$60 - $80/hr

As Allucent, you will coordinate and support local site start-up activities of Allucent Study Start ... The Start Up Associate (Contractor) will support communication to RA/ IEC/ IRB as well as ...

$150 - $200/hr

About the Role We are seeking experienced and proactive Study Start-Up (SSU) Lead to join our global team. As part of Emerald Clinical's initiative to centralise SSU operations, this role will play a ...

$125 - $150/hr

The position partners closely with Sponsors, Legal, Finance, Study Start-Up, Project Management ... Mentor, train, and develop Site Contract Associates and Site Contract Managers. * Provide ...

$150 - $200/hr

Senior Manager or Associate Director, Translational Medicine Operations Who we are: Kymera is a ... Oversee site operational readiness by supporting study start-up, investigator site training ...

$150 - $200/hr

Support study acquisition and activation functions in collaboration with global shared services team to meet START goals for speedy study start up and network-wide study acquisition functions ...

Manager, Site Contracts

Covington, KY · On-site

$86K - $115K/yr

Maintain study and site-specific CDA study start-up metrics * Global Site Contracts - Clinical ... Associate degree * At least 5 years of experience in a clinical site contract processing/management ...

$100 - $125/hr

Conducts study start-up activities at the site level including but not limited to Site ... Partners with Clinical Research Associate (CRA) to ensure site monitoring readiness in anticipation ...

$100 - $125/hr

Manage the day-to-day execution of studies within the TIME network from study start up through closure ensuring customer satisfaction and ability for continued growth of Tempus business and with ...

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Manager, Site Contracts

Covington, KY · On-site

$86K - $115K/yr

Maintain study and site-specific CDA study start-up metrics * Global Site Contracts - Clinical ... Associate degree * At least 5 years of experience in a clinical site contract processing/management ...

$200 - $250/hr

... Study Start-up Managers, Site Contract Associate Directors, Site Alliance Lead, Site Solutions Manager, CRAs, and ADCOM) to raise and resolve study specific blockers quickly* Partnering with ...

$150 - $200/hr

Accountable for end-to-end global operational delivery of one or more clinical studies, ensuring execution excellence across all regions from study start-up through close-out. This role serves as the ...

$80 - $100/hr

Position Summary Working closely with the Clinical Trial Manager, the Clinical Trial Associate (CTA ... Help maintain tracking systems and tools to support the conduct of a clinical study from start-up ...

$60 - $80/hr

Manage and support clinical trial sites from feasibility through site initiation , helping drive readiness for study start-up activities * Guide sites through essential document collection , protocol ...

$100 - $125/hr

Supports study start-up activities such as tracking and performing quality review of study ... Certifications such as Society of Clinical Research Associates (SoCRA) or Association of Clinical ...

$100 - $125/hr

The role provides regulatory leadership for complex, federally regulated investigator-initiated trials, overseeing study start-up, submissions, maintenance, and ongoing compliance with independence ...

$250/hr

This role is accountable for the successful delivery of one or more complex clinical programs from study start-up through closeout, ensuring execution against timelines, quality, budget, and ...

$200 - $250/hr

CTMS, eTMF, Master Data Management tools, digital trial technologies, study start-up systems, Clinical analytics and reporting platforms. Ensure seamless integration and interoperability across ...

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How much do study start up associate jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for study start up associate in Kentucky is $27.39, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.37 and $36.11 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Study Start Up Associate vs Clinical Trial Coordinator?

AspectStudy Start Up AssociateClinical Trial Coordinator
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree, knowledge of regulatory requirementsBachelor's degree, familiarity with clinical procedures
Work EnvironmentRegulatory and site initiation activitiesParticipant management and site coordination
Employer & Industry UsagePharmaceuticals, biotech, CROsHospitals, research centers, CROs

The Study Start Up Associate primarily focuses on regulatory submissions, site qualification, and initiation processes, ensuring trial readiness. In contrast, the Clinical Trial Coordinator manages participant recruitment, scheduling, and data collection. Both roles are essential in clinical research but differ in their core responsibilities and focus areas.

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Infographic showing various Study Start Up Associate job openings in Kentucky as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 62% Full Time, 12% Part Time, 7% Temporary, and 18% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $56,978 per year, or $27.4 per hour.

Start-Up Associate/Sr. Start-Up Associate - Contractor (USA)

Allucent

On-site

$60 - $80/hr

Other

Posted 6 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Coordinate and support local site start-up activities, including record collection and ethics submissions.

  • Track progress, milestones, and documentation in tracking tools and ensure compliance with ethical and regulatory requirements.

  • Assist in the preparation, review, and submission of essential documents and responses to IEC/IRB questions.


Job description

At Allucent™, we are dedicated to helping small-medium biopharmaceutical companies efficiently navigate the complex world of clinical trials to bring life-changing therapies to patients in need across the globe.

We are looking for a Start-Up Associate/Sr. Start-up Associate (Contractor) to join our A-team. As Allucent, you will coordinate and support local site start-up activities of Allucent Study Start-up & Site Intelligence. This may include essential record collection, Independent Ethics Committee (IEC)/Institutional Review Board (IRB) submission/approval activities, and country and site Informed Consent (ICF) review. The Start Up Associate (Contractor) will support communication to RA/ IEC/ IRB as well as investigators and sites through the initial phase of a clinical study until the Site Initiation Visit.

In this roleyour key tasks will include:General activities
  • Track relevant information, data, progress and milestones in CTMS and/or other tracking tools covering assigned Start-Up activities (as defined below)
  • Ensure site start-up milestone planned dates are reliable and up to date in CTMS
  • File documents in the (e)TMF for which they are the document owner
  • Assist other Study Start-up team members with filing documents in the (e)TMF for which they are document owner
  • Complete handover of site to CRA at time of SIV
IEC/IRB submission/approval activities
  • Assist sponsor and sites in the preparation, compilation, submission and maintenance of ethical requirements and documentation required by IEC/IRB for clinical trials at local level
  • Providing and reviewing relevant documents in compliance with ethical requirements and per local legislation
  • Support in interactions with IEC/IRB
  • Assist in the preparation and compilation of answers for questions raised by the IEC/IRB and submit the answers
  • Complete adaptation of Master ICF to country and/ or site-specific requirements
Essential Document collection activities
  • Assist in the preparation of the site-specific Essential Records Package and send package to sites
  • Complete collection and first review of Essential Records
  • Provide the Global Essential Document Reviewer with the collected documents for independent review
  • Follow up with the sites regarding all document discrepancies noted by the Global Essential Document Reviewer until resolution
Other activities:
  • May support feasibility and/or site identification activities
  • May negotiate clinical agreements and budgets
  • Contribute to other areas of business as required
To be successful you will possess:
  • Bachelor’s degree inlife sciences, healthcare, or a related biological discipline, or anequivalent combination of education, training, and relevant experience. Minimum of3 years of experience in drug development and/or clinical research. ForSenior-level roles, a minimum of5 years of experience in drug development and/or clinical researchis required.
  • Minimum 2 years of experiencein a similar role, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience in theCRO/Pharma industry. Forsenior-level roles, a minimum of4 years of experienceis required.
  • Fundamental knowledge of GxP, privacy legislation (GDPR and/or HIPPA), and applicable local regulatory requirements preferred
  • Fundamental knowledge of the country or region competent authority submission process, reporting requirements and guidelines
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills including good command of English language
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced challenging environment of a growing company
  • Representative, outgoing and client focused
  • Strong organization and time management skills
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy
  • Proficiency with various computer applications such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint required
Disclaimers:

“The Allucent Talent Acquisition team manages the recruitment and employment process for Allucent (US) LLC and its affiliates (collectively “Allucent”). Allucent does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters or uninvited requests for collaboration on any of our open roles. Unsolicited resumes sent to Allucent employees will not obligate Allucent to the future employment of those individuals or potential remuneration to any third-party recruitment agency. Candidates should never be submitted directly to our hiring managers, employees, or human resources.”

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