Clinical Research Study Assistant Salary in the United States

How much does a Clinical Research Study Assistant make in the United States?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Clinical Research Study Assistant in the United States is $100,812 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $48.

However, a Clinical Research Study Assistant's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $125,908
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $89,003 to $113,948
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $78,252
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Clinical Research Study Assistant Salaries by Percentile

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Wage
75th Percentile $113,948 $9,496 $2,191 $55
Average $100,812 $8,401 $1,939 $48
25th Percentile $89,003 $7,417 $1,712 $43
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Key Factors That Influence Clinical Research Study Assistant Salaries

A Clinical Research Study Assistant's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Clinical Research Study Assistant Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Clinical Research Study Assistant's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $60,766
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $70,328
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $99,846
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $107,893
  • Expert (over 8 years): $160,647
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Clinical ... Level Clinical Research Study Assistant$60,766
Clinical ... Level Clinical Research Study Assistant$70,328
Clinical ... Level Clinical Research Study Assistant$99,846
Clinical ... Level Clinical Research Study Assistant$107,893
Clinical ... Level Clinical Research Study Assistant$160,647
$60,766 0 yr
$70,328 < 2 yrs
$99,846 2-4 yrs
$107,893 5-8 yrs
$160,647 > 8 yrs
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How Do Clinical Research Study Assistant Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Clinical Research Study Assistants. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $111,619.
  • California: $111,196.
  • Massachusetts: $109,714.

Top Paying Cities for Clinical Research Study Assistants

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $127,154
  • San Francisco: $125,762
  • Oakland: $123,112

What Skills Can Increase a Clinical Research Study Assistant's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Analysis (Mentioned in 10.33% Job Postings): Analysis is the process of considering something carefully or using statistical methods in order to understand it or explain it.
  • SOP (Mentioned in 2.98% Job Postings): SOP is A standard operating procedure is a set of step-by-step instructions compiled by an organization to help workers carry out routine operations.
  • Process Development (Mentioned in 1.99% Job Postings): Process development consists of designing and developing, as well as evaluating costs and efficiency.
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Analysis 10.33%
SOP 2.98%
Process Development 1.99%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Clinical Research Study Assistant's salary.
  • Drug Discovery: Can increase your salary by up to 16%.
  • Cell Culture: Can increase your salary by up to 15%.
  • Chromatography: Can increase your salary by up to 10%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Drug Discovery
 $116,942
16%
Cell Culture
 $115,934
15%
Chromatography
 $110,893
10%
Process Development
 $109,885
9%
Biotechnology
 $109,885
9%
Insight
 $107,869
7%
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How Education impacts a Clinical Research Study Assistant's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Clinical Research Study Assistants enter the field with a JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Clinical Research Study Assistant with a JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent is between $96,322 and $106,046).

Clinical Research Study Assistant Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Clinical Research Study Assistant
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 1.4%
High School 1.4%
Associates 25.4%
Bachelors 11.3%
Masters 25.4%
Doctorate 62.0%
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Clinical Research Study Assistant Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Clinical Research Study Assistant's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$89,003
Average $100,812/year
$113,948
$7,417
Average $8,401/month
$9,496
$1,712
Average $1,939/week
$2,191
$43
Average $48/hour
$55
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $113,948 $9,496 $2,191 $55
Average $100,812 $8,401 $1,939 $48
25th Percentile $89,003 $7,417 $1,712 $43

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Salary Trends for Clinical Research Study Assistant

Salaries for a Clinical Research Study Assistant can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $86,236 in 2023 to around $83,973 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Clinical Research Study Assistant salary trends, .

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