1. What is a Clinical Research Associate (CRA)?
    A Clinical Research Associate (CRA) -
    Monitors, analyzes, and evaluates clinical trial data; ensures compliance with protocol and overall clinical objectives.  An entry level CRA (CRA I) may require a BS, RN, or BSN degree or equivalent and 0-3 years of experience in the field or in a related area.
  2. What is the median salary for an entry level CRA (CRA I)?  The median salary for an entry level CRA (CRAI) ranges between $ 47,000 - $55,000. This basic market pricing report was prepared using our Certified Compensation Professionals' analysis of survey data collected from thousands of HR departments at employers of all sizes, industries and geographies.
  3. What is a Clinical Research Coordinator?
    A Clinical Research Coordinator -
    Organizes research information for clinical trial projects. Selects and observes subjects and assists with data analysis; requires a high school diploma or its equivalent and 2-4 years of related experience.
  4. What is the median salary for a Clinical Research Coordinator?     The median salary for a Clinical Research Coordinator ranges between $40,000 - $50,00. This basic market pricing report was prepared using our Certified Compensation Professionals' analysis of survey data collected from thousands of HR departments at employers of all sizes, industries and geographies.
  5. What is a  Clinical Research Data Specialist?
    A Clinical Data Specialist  -
    Designs, documents, and implements clinical trial data studies; analyzes data and defines logical data sets. May require a bachelor's degree in area of specialty and 2-5 years of experience in the field or in a related area.
  6. What is the median expected salary for a  Clinical Data Specialist?    The median salary for a Clinical Data Specialist ranges between $49,000 - 54,000. This basic market pricing report was prepared using our Certified Compensation Professionals' analysis of survey data collected from thousands of HR departments at employers of all sizes, industries and geographies.