Clinical Trial Associate

Piper Companies is looking for a Clinical Trial Associate to join a clinical research organization located in Bethesda, MD. Responsibilities of the Clinical Trial Associate include: 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 for the Clinical Trial Associate include: 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 for the Clinical Trial Associate includes: 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 August 19th, 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