Paid Clinical Trials in Boston, MA

As of July 2026, 2,886 paid clinical trials are recruiting in Boston, Massachusetts. Compensation typically covers time, travel, and study visits, with stipends ranging from modest amounts for short outpatient studies to several thousand dollars for long or inpatient protocols.

Boston offers studies at sites including Massachusetts General Hospital for conditions such as Breast Cancer, Prostate Cancer, Heart Failure, Ovarian Cancer. Both patients with specific conditions and healthy volunteers can qualify. Most trials offer free study-related medical care alongside compensation.

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Top Research Study Locations in Boston

Researchers run research studies in Boston, MA at 25 active sites. The clinics below currently host the largest number of recruiting studies — each name is followed by the conditions they focus on most.

SiteSpecializes inActive trials
Massachusetts General HospitalBreast Cancer, Heart Failure, Colorectal Cancer691
Brigham and Women's HospitalBreast Cancer, Obesity, Prostate Cancer348
Dana-Farber Cancer InstituteBreast Cancer, Acute Myeloid Leukemia, Multiple Myeloma345
Boston Children's HospitalCongenital Heart Disease, Cystic Fibrosis, Sickle Cell Disease263
Beth Israel Deaconess Medical CenterMultiple Myeloma, Acute Myeloid Leukemia, Lymphoma262
Dana Farber Cancer InstituteBreast Cancer, Ovarian Cancer, Prostate Cancer221
Tufts Medical CenterHeart Failure, Acute Myeloid Leukemia, Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome110
Boston Medical CenterAmblyopia, Alpha1-Antitrypsin Deficiency, Anatomic Stage II Breast Cancer AJCC v897
Massachusetts General Hospital Cancer CenterBreast Cancer, Coping Skills, B Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia57
VA Boston Healthcare System Jamaica Plain Campus, Jamaica Plain, MAChronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, Mild Traumatic Brain Injury, Prostate Cancer28
Brigham & Women's HospitalAttention, Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia, Critical Illness26
Boston UniversityGulf War Illness, Gulf War Syndrome, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder25
Joslin Diabetes CenterType 1 Diabetes Mellitus, Type 1 Diabetes (T1D), Diabetes Mellitus, Type 122
Mass General BrighamHeart Failure, Heart Failure With Preserved Ejection Fraction, Advanced Solid Tumors22
Northeastern UniversityCognitive Change, Healthy, Adults Without Language Disorder20
Massachusetts Eye and EarCone Rod Dystrophy, Glaucoma, Juvenile Macular Degeneration17
Massachusetts Eye and Ear InfirmaryLaryngeal Dystonia, Stargardt Disease, Age-related Macular Degeneration13
Clinical Trial SiteTransthyretin Amyloidosis With Cardiomyopathy, Acid Cholesteryl Ester Hydrolase Deficiency, Type 2, Acid Lipase Deficiency12
Brigham and Womens HospitalAdvanced Prostate Cancer, Alpha1-Antitrypsin Deficiency, Alzheimers Disease12
Ophthalmic Consultants of BostonMacular Edema Secondary to Inflammation, Neovascular Age-related Macular Degeneration, AMD12
Adams Clinical BostonMajor Depressive Disorder, Alcohol Use Disorder, Alzheimers Disease11
Mass General HospitalAML, Acute Lower Limb Arterial Occlusion, Advanced Cancer11
Boston Childrens HospitalCSTB-related Disease, Crohn's Disease, Cystic Fibrosis10
Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (BIDMC)Prostate Cancer, Advanced Melanoma, Endometrial Cancer9
Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH)4H Syndrome, ADLD, AGS9

Active & Upcoming Studies in Boston (2026)

Recruiting trials in Boston grouped by therapeutic area, drawn from ClinicalTrials.gov. Each bucket shows the most recent example studies.

Cancer & tumors (873 active studies)

Neurology & pain (219 active studies)

Cardiovascular (181 active studies)

Diabetes & metabolic (98 active studies)

Pediatric (61 active studies)

Eye & vision (31 active studies)

Vaccines (15 active studies)

Common conditions studied in Boston

Leading research sponsors in Boston

  • Massachusetts General Hospital
  • Brigham and Women's Hospital
  • Boston Children's Hospital
  • Dana-Farber Cancer Institute
  • Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

Frequently asked questions

How many paid clinical trials are currently recruiting in Boston?

There are approximately 2,886 recruiting clinical trials in Boston, Massachusetts listed on ClinicalTrials.gov. The number changes weekly as new studies open and others close enrollment.

Do clinical trials in Boston pay participants?

Most recruiting trials in Boston 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 Boston?

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 Boston?

The most common conditions under active study in Boston include Breast Cancer (64), Prostate Cancer (39), Heart Failure (34), Ovarian Cancer (34), among many others. Browse the list above to explore every recruiting trial.

Are there clinical trials for healthy volunteers in Boston?

Yes. Healthy-volunteer studies — often early-phase pharmacology or vaccine trials — recruit in Boston 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 Boston?

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.

Where can I take part in paid clinical trials in Boston?

Recruiting research sites in Boston include Massachusetts General Hospital, Brigham and Women's Hospital, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, among others. Each site lists its open studies and contact information on the study record above — call or email the site coordinator to ask about screening for a specific protocol.

What kinds of studies are recruiting in Boston right now?

The largest active categories in Boston are Cancer & tumors (873), Neurology & pain (219), Cardiovascular (181). Use the filters above to narrow by therapeutic area, phase, age, or healthy-volunteer eligibility.

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