Clinical Research Associate Salary in Chicago, Illinois

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How much does a Clinical Research Associate make in Chicago, IL? The average Clinical Research Associate salary in Chicago, IL is $83,548 as of April 01, 2025, but the salary range typically falls between $72,999 and $95,376. 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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Clinical Research Nurse Specialist I, RN - Clinical Trials Unit
University Hospitals - CLEVELAND , OH
Job Description. Description. A Brief Overview. Provide safe and efficient age-specific nursing care to patients/families using the nursing process in combinati
- 5 days ago
Registered Nurse - Dahms Clinical Research Unit
University Hospitals - CLEVELAND , OH
Job Description. Description. A Brief Overview. Provides safe efficient age specific nursing care to patients/families using the nursing process in order to ass
- 4 days ago
Sr Clinical Research Specialist
Kelly Services - IRVINE , CA
Job Description. Kelly Science and Clinical FSP is currently seeking a Sr Clinical Research Specialist for a long-term engagement in Irvine, CA with one of our
- 13 days ago
Associate Research Analyst with Security Clearance
ASRC Federal - COLORADO SPRINGS , CO
ASRC Federal is a leading government contractor furthering missions in space, public health and defense. As an Alaska Native owned corporation, our work helps s
- 3 days ago
South Pole Research Associate with Security Clearance
Leidos - HERNDON , VA
R-00155114 Description Are you ready for a rewarding career challenge. Unleash your potential at Leidos,  where we deliver innovative solutions through the effo
- 3 days ago
Postdoctoral Research Associate- Analytical Chemist with Security Clearance
Oak Ridge National Laboratory - OAK RIDGE , TN
Requisition Id 14799 Overview: We are seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate who will support the Chemical and Isotopic Mass Spectrometry Group in the Chemic
- 4 days ago

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Average Total Cash Compensation

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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 Clinical Research Associate in Chicago, IL. The base salary for Clinical Research Associate ranges from $72,999 to $95,376 with the average base salary of $83,548. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $73,107 to $95,844 with the average total cash compensation of $83,661.

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