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Pharmaron
Baltimore, Maryland

Clinical Research Nurse (PRN)

Registered NursePer Diem

Listed compensation

$48-$62/hr

The week · per this posting

Schedule not stated in this posting — no days, weekends, call or nights given.

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Posted 1mo ago

Job Description

  • Position: Clinical Research Nurse (PRN)
  • FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
  • Hourly Range: $48.00 - $62.00 / hr
  • Location: Baltimore, MD
  • Unfortunately, we cannot support work visa permit applications for this role

About Pharmaron

Pharmaron is a global contract research and manufacturing organization (CRO/CDMO) helping pharma and biotech companies bring new therapies to life. With over 25,000 employees worldwide across 28 locations in the US, UK, China, and Singapore, we support drug discovery through to manufacturing with fully integrated high-quality services.

We're proud of the impact we make and just last year, we supported 887 discovery projects, 1,100+ CMC programs, and 1,397 clinical trials across all phases. Our teams are involved in everything from small molecules, ADC's, biologics, and gene therapies and we work with more than 3,300 global customers. To learn more, visit pharmaron.com.

Job Overview

Pharmaron is seeking an experienced Clinical Research Nurse (PRN) to join our dynamic clinical research team in Baltimore. This flexible, per-diem role is ideal for licensed nurses who want to gain or expand their experience in clinical research while contributing to studies that make a global impact.

You will lead and support research activities, ensuring participant safety, protocol compliance, and high-quality data collection, all while working alongside a skilled and collaborative team.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as the charge nurse during assigned shifts-coordinate staff assignments and provide clinical oversight
  • Guide participants through study protocols and explain procedures to ensure compliance and comfort

Manage the informed consent process from enrollment through study completion in accordance with ICH/FDA regulations

Perform protocol-specific procedures including investigational product administration, phlebotomy, IV placement, ECGs, vital signs, and specimen collection

  • Monitor participant safety, assess adverse events, and ensure accurate documentation
  • Maintain clinical protocol compliance and contribute to quality assurance efforts
  • Collaborate with physicians, clinical teams, and support staff to provide exceptional research subject care
  • Mentor and support Research Associates and Phlebotomists during clinical shifts
  • Uphold privacy standards, Good Clinical Practices (GCP), and company SOPs throughout all clinical operations

What We're Looking For

  • General understanding of GCP/ICH Guidelines and Codes of Federal Regulations
  • Excellent time management skills and must be able to prioritize workload.
  • Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Maryland
  • ACLS certification (or ability to obtain within 3 months of hire)
  • Experience with IVs, phlebotomy, and investigational product administration
  • Familiarity with Good Clinical Practice (GCP), ICH Guidelines, and FDA regulations
  • Strong time management, communication, and leadership skills
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
  • Ability to exert up to 50 lbs. occasionally and support physical clinical demands
  • Prior experience in a clinical research setting preferred

Why Pharmaron?

Pharmaron is a premier service provider for the life sciences industry.

Founded in 2004, Pharmaron has invested in its people and facilities and established a broad spectrum of research, development, and manufacturing service capabilities throughout the entire drug discovery, preclinical, and clinical development process across multiple therapeutic modalities, including small molecules, biologics, and CGT products.

With over 21,000 employees and operations in the U.S., the U.K. and China. Pharmaron has an excellent track record in delivering R&D solutions to its partners in North America, Europe, Japan, and China.

Collaborative Culture: You will thrive in our inclusive and collaborative environment, where teamwork and innovation go hand in hand. Here, your voice matters, and your contributions make a real impact. "Employees Number One" and "Clients Centered" are the core cultural values at Pharmaron. Our culture, which sets Pharmaron apart from other organizations, has evolved from our deep commitment to our employees, partners, and collaborators.

How to Apply

Ready to seize this incredible opportunity? Join us at Pharmaron and be part of a dynamic team driving innovation and excellence in biopharmaceutical research and development. Apply online today!

As an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, Pharmaron values diversity and inclusion in the workplace, fostering an environment where all individuals are empowered to succeed. Join us in our mission to make a difference in the world of life sciences.

Requirements

Candidates must hold an active Registered Nurse license in Maryland and possess a general understanding of GCP/ICH guidelines. Experience with IVs, phlebotomy, and investigational product administration is required, along with the ability to obtain ACLS certification.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

GCP GuidelinesPatient SafetyClinical Documentation

Ambulatory Care Nursing — Registered Nurse Career Context

Of the 40 active Ambulatory Care Nursing listings this role was benchmarked against, 23% are remote, 63% have no call, 70% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Maryland is 105.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$114k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $109k in an average-cost state. 62.9% of Maryland clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

What does the Ambulatory Care Nursing market look like in Maryland?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score4.8 / 10 · above average in registered nurse rolesranked against 5,794 Registered Nurse roles listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$109k in purchasing powerMaryland index 105.0 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Ambulatory Care Nursing listings in Maryland7 active379 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 23% remote · 63% no call · 70% no weekends40 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedUS Registered Nurse listings: 12% state a sign-on bonus (median $8k) · 5% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026
New Ambulatory Care Nursing listings175 in the last 30 days75 the 30 days before (+133%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Ambulatory Care Nursing pay trend+14.5% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (5,794 Registered Nurse roles listings), BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

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About Pharmaron

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
Beijing
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Flexible per-diem schedule

Living in Baltimore

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$203k
Typical market rent
$1,762/mo
Residents’ average commute
29 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
104.5
State income tax
Up to 5.8%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Baltimore-Columbia-Towson, MD metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.