Clinical Research Coordinators
Plan, direct, or coordinate clinical research projects.
About the profession
Plan, direct, or coordinate clinical research projects. Direct the activities of workers engaged in clinical research projects to ensure compliance with protocols and overall clinical objectives. May evaluate and analyze clinical data.
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Career Ladder
Junior Clinical Research Coordinator → Associate Clinical Research Coordinator → Senior Clinical Research Coordinator → Lead Clinical Research Coordinator
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Salary Growth
4
Levels
239K
Top Salary
8+
Years
Learning Path
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Timeline: 0-2 | Entry Level Base: $77,520 - $117,940/year With equity/bonuses: $85,272 - $141,528 Top markets (SF/NYC): $89,148 - $141,528 Execute core tasks using Reading…
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Day in Life
Junior vs Senior — daily schedule breakdown
9am — Schedule subjects for appointments, procedures, or inpatient stays as required by study protocols.
Income Dynamics
Conservative and aggressive scenarios for 10–15 years
Year 1: Entry level $54,264 - $106,146 Year 2-3: Junior level $117,940 - $150,442 Year 4-6: Mid level $150,442 - $163,111 Year 7-10: Senior level $163,111 - $208,719 Year 10+:…
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You find the craft of a Clinical Research Coordinator genuinely interesting, not just a paycheck You enjoy working with Reading Comprehension and Active Listening You communicate…
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