Education Research, Consulting Associate, Clinical Research

Huron

Clinical Research Consulting Associate supporting educational organizations in clinical trial operations. Collaborate on project management, workflow improvements, documentation, and operational efficiencies.

Posted 6/17/2026full-timeRemote • Illinois • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $105,000 - $120,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support current-state assessments of clinical research operations, workflows, and pain points
Support efforts to document current state and design future state business processes
Conduct stakeholder interviews, note-taking, and synthesis of findings
Gather, organize, and analyze data related to study start-up, regulatory, financial, and operational processes
Help develop client-ready deliverables such as summaries, recommendations, workflow maps, and presentations
Assist with projects related to study activation, regulatory management, clinical operations, and research finance
Track timelines, milestones, issues, and dependencies across project workstreams
Contribute to identifying process improvement opportunities
Prepare meeting materials, track decisions, and follow up on action items
Maintain project trackers, risks, and status updates
Support coordination across internal team members and client stakeholders

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in a related field
3–6 years of experience in clinical research or research administration
Working knowledge of study start-up, IRB processes, and clinical trial operations
Experience using CTMS and/or eRegulatory systems
Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products (PowerPoint, Excel, Visio, Word)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision coverage
401(k) plan with a generous employer match
Employee stock purchase plan
Generous Paid Time Off policy
Paid parental leave and adoption assistance
Free annual health screenings and coaching
On-site workshops and wellness programs

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Hard Skills & Tools

data analysisprocess documentationworkflow designproject managementregulatory managementclinical operationsresearch financestudy start-upIRB processesclinical trial operations

Soft Skills

organizational skillsanalytical skillscommunication skillsstakeholder engagementnote-takingsynthesis of findingsprocess improvementcoordinationtracking decisionsfollow-up

Certifications

Bachelor’s degree