Qualifications

• Employers require a bachelor's degree in a discipline related to health care or life sciences. Although many employers require several years of experience in this occupation, some employers hire new graduates and provide extensive training related to clinical trials and government regulations. Strong computer skills are also required because many documents and reports are filed electronically.
  
  

Salary

• Many clinical research associates travel extensively to hospitals and other healthcare facilities to perform clinical trials. Salary varies based on the geographical area and employer type. The 25th percentile earns $40,203 per year and the 75th percentile earns $73,512 per year in New Jersey.
  
  

Location

• In Princeton, the average salary for a clinical research associate is $54,129 per year. In Paterson, the average salary is $51,793 and in Millville, the average salary is $50,027 per year.
  
  

National Comparison

• The national average salary for clinical research associates is $56,344 per year, which is comparable to the average salary in New Jersey. Nationally, the 25th percentile earns $40,203 per year and the 75th percentile earns $73,512 per year.