How much does an Associate Director, Clinical Research make in the United States? The average Associate Director, Clinical Research salary in the United States is $164,304 as of April 01, 2025, but the salary range typically falls between $145,721 and $185,593. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

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Associate Director, Clinical Research

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Associate Director, Clinical Research in the United States. The base salary for Associate Director, Clinical Research ranges from $145,721 to $185,593 with the average base salary of $164,304. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $147,943 to $195,287 with the average total cash compensation of $168,751.

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