Paid Clinical Trials in Washington

Washington has 1,820 paid clinical trials enrolling now across cities including Seattle, Spokane and Tacoma. Search by condition, age, or phase to find compensated research studies accepting participants near you.

Research sites in Washington include Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center, UW Medicine and Seattle Children's, running studies across oncology, cardiology, neurology, and more. The most actively recruiting conditions are Breast Cancer, Acute Myeloid Leukemia, Multiple Myeloma, Colorectal Cancer — browse the full list or use the filters to match your diagnosis. Both patients and healthy volunteers may qualify. Most studies offer compensation for time and travel.

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Morphine or Ketamine for Analgesia

for Abdominal Pain
8 locations incl. Los Angeles
Sponsor: Columbia University
Sex: All·Age: 6 - 17
Code: NCT06835504·Phase 3·Not Yet Recruiting

The PharmFIT Study

for Colorectal Cancer
2 locations incl. Chapel Hill
Sponsor: UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center
Sex: All·Age: 18 - 99·Accepts healthy volunteers
Code: NCT06656936·Not Yet Recruiting

About research studies in Washington

Washington has approximately 1,820 recruiting research studies across a wide range of therapeutic areas. Washington hosts Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center, UW Medicine, and Seattle Children's — widely recognized for leadership in bone marrow transplantation, immunotherapy, and infectious disease research.

Common conditions studied in Washington

  • Breast Cancer (39 active studies). Breast cancer trials evaluate new hormone therapies, targeted drugs, and immunotherapy combinations aimed at improving survival and reducing recurrence.
  • Acute Myeloid Leukemia (33 active studies). Leukemia trials evaluate targeted inhibitors, CAR-T cell therapies, and novel combinations for acute and chronic forms of the disease.
  • Multiple Myeloma (23 active studies). Recruiting Multiple Myeloma studies evaluate investigational treatments, diagnostics, and supportive care approaches to improve patient outcomes.
  • Colorectal Cancer (22 active studies). Colorectal cancer trials explore novel chemotherapy combinations, targeted agents, and immunotherapy for microsatellite-instability-high tumors.
  • Advanced Solid Tumor (20 active studies). Recruiting Advanced Solid Tumor studies evaluate investigational treatments, diagnostics, and supportive care approaches to improve patient outcomes.
  • Heart Failure (20 active studies). Heart failure trials explore SGLT-2 inhibitors, novel myosin modulators, and device-based therapies for both reduced and preserved ejection fraction.

Leading research sponsors in Washington

  • University of Washington
  • Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center
  • National Cancer Institute (NCI)
  • AstraZeneca
  • Eli Lilly and Company

Local regulations and guidelines

Clinical trials in Washington are governed by U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, Office for Human Research Protections (OHRP) standards, and federal HIPAA privacy rules. Every study is reviewed by an Institutional Review Board (IRB) to protect participant safety and ensure informed consent. Studies in Washington must also comply with the My Health My Data Act, which adds consumer-health-data protections on top of federal HIPAA requirements.

Compensation & what to expect

How payment typically works
Compensation is most often provided through reloadable electronic study cards or direct deposit, paid out per completed visit rather than as a lump sum. Amounts vary by the time required, the number of visits, and the study's complexity — overnight stays and inpatient pharmacology studies generally pay more than short outpatient surveys. The exact amount is disclosed in writing during informed consent before any visit.
Healthy volunteers
Healthy participants aged 18 and older can earn compensation by joining vaccine, pharmacology, and biomarker studies in Washington. These trials check how a new drug or vaccine behaves in healthy bodies before later-phase testing. Many sites maintain a healthy-volunteer registry so you hear about new opportunities first.
What's included beyond payment
Most trials cover study-related medical care at no cost — physical exams, lab work, imaging, the investigational treatment itself, and follow-up visits with the research team. Insurance is not required to participate. Free check-ups and access to specialists are common reasons participants return for additional studies.
Travel and time
Many sponsors reimburse travel, parking, mileage, and lost wages for visit days. Long-running studies and trials that require frequent visits often raise stipends accordingly. Ask the study coordinator for the visit schedule and reimbursement policy before you commit.
Asking about compensation
Compensation is set per protocol and per site, so figures are not published in trial registries. The fastest way to confirm payment for a specific study is to contact the recruiting site listed on the study record. Coordinators are accustomed to this question and will quote the per-visit and total amounts up front.

How to find a clinical trial in Washington

Hipa.ai aggregates every recruiting study in Washington from ClinicalTrials.gov and refreshes the list daily. Use the filters above to narrow by condition, facility, age, phase, or healthy-volunteer eligibility, then click any study title to view full details — eligibility criteria, intervention, location, and sponsor contact information. To enroll, reach out to the central study contact listed on the study detail page; the research coordinator will walk you through the screening process.

Frequently asked questions

How many paid clinical trials are currently recruiting in Washington?

There are approximately 1,820 recruiting clinical trials in Washington listed on ClinicalTrials.gov. The number changes weekly as new studies open and others close enrollment.

Do clinical trials in Washington pay participants?

Most recruiting trials in Washington compensate participants for their time, travel, and study visits. Compensation varies by sponsor, study phase, and visit requirements — the exact amount is disclosed by the study team during the informed consent process.

Who can participate in a clinical trial in Washington?

Eligibility depends on the specific study. Each trial defines its own inclusion criteria (age, diagnosis, medical history, prior treatments) and exclusion criteria. Both patients with specific conditions and healthy volunteers can qualify, depending on the study design.

What conditions are most commonly studied in Washington?

The most common conditions under active study in Washington include Breast Cancer (39), Acute Myeloid Leukemia (33), Multiple Myeloma (23), Colorectal Cancer (22), among many others. Browse the list above to explore every recruiting trial.

Are there clinical trials for healthy volunteers in Washington?

Yes. Healthy-volunteer studies — often early-phase pharmacology or vaccine trials — recruit in Washington on an ongoing basis. Use the "Healthy volunteers only" filter above to view trials that accept participants without the study's target condition.

How do I enroll in a clinical trial in Washington?

Click any study title above to see the full study record, including eligibility criteria, visit schedule, and the study team's contact information. Reach out to the central contact or recruiting site directly — they will guide you through screening and informed consent.

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