Clinical Trial Associate

Piper Companies is looking for a Clinical Trial Associate to join a clinical research organization located in Bethesda, MD .

Responsibilities

• Providing administrative and operational support to clinical trial teams
• Managing and triaging incoming emails related to tasks and project work
• Tracking, organizing, filing, and distributing clinical trial and project documentation, including regulatory documents, reports, and agreements
• Preparing and distributing study materials, project status reports, presentations, and progress updates to internal and external stakeholders
• Reviewing and analyzing data within centralized systems related to patient recruitment and clinical trial progress, resolving queries, and generating reports
• Supporting centralized monitoring activities and assisting CRAs with visit preparation and document review
• Coordinating and supporting in-person and virtual study meetings, trainings, and investigator meetings, including scheduling, attendance tracking, and meeting minutes
• Maintaining adherence to project timelines, resolving issues independently, and supporting additional clinical operations as needed

Qualifications

• Knowledge of ICH, GCP, and FDA guidelines within a pharmaceutical, clinical research, sponsor, CRO, or clinical site setting
• Strong time management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks along critical project paths
• Understanding of clinical trial terminology, site monitoring activities, essential regulatory documents, and trial master files
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while managing multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Familiarity with sponsor-specific requirements, SOPs, and project work instructions
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail
• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel, with the ability to learn additional systems
• Highly organized, self-motivated, and able to maintain a positive and professional attitude

Compensation

• Rate Range: $25-35/hr
• Comprehensive Benefit Package: Cigna Medical/Dental/Vision, 401K, Sick Leave as Required by Law

This job is open for applications on January 22, 2026. Applications will be accepted at least 30 days from the posting date.

Keywords: Clinical Trials, Clinical Operations, ICH-GCP, FDA Regulations, CRO, Essential Regulatory Documents, Trial Master File, Site Monitoring, Centralized Monitoring, Clinical Data Management, Patient Recruitment, EDC Systems, Project Coordination, SOP Compliance, Regulatory Documentation, In-House CRA Support, Study Start-Up, Investigator Meetings, Clinical Reporting, Monitoring Visit Preparation, Microsoft Excel, Clinical Databases, Audit Readiness, Clinical Research Administration, Sponsor Requirements, Clinical Study Support, Documentation Management, Timeline Management, Cross-Functional Collaboration