Paid Clinical Trials in New York, NY

As of June 2026, 3,491 paid clinical trials are recruiting in New York, New York. 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.

New York offers studies at sites including Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center for conditions such as Breast Cancer, Prostate Cancer, Multiple Myeloma, 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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About research studies in New York

New York has approximately 3,491 recruiting research studies across a wide range of therapeutic areas. New York is home to leading academic medical centers such as Memorial Sloan Kettering, Weill Cornell Medicine, Mount Sinai, NYU Langone, and Columbia University Irving Medical Center. These institutions anchor a research ecosystem that covers oncology, cardiology, neurology, and rare disease.

Top Research Study Locations in New York

Researchers run research studies in New York, NY 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
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer CenterBreast Cancer, Prostate Cancer, Endometrial Cancer480
NYU Langone HealthLung Cancer, Cardiovascular Diseases, Major Depressive Disorder311
Icahn School of Medicine at Mount SinaiMyelofibrosis, Prostate Cancer, Advanced Solid Tumor251
Columbia University Irving Medical CenterObesity, Insulin Resistance, Acute Myeloid Leukemia185
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (All Protocol Activities)Breast Cancer, Multiple Myeloma, Metastatic Breast Cancer140
Weill Cornell MedicineHeart Failure, Depression, Prostate Cancer140
Columbia University Medical CenterBreast Cancer, Advanced Solid Tumor, Coronary Artery Disease134
Mount Sinai HospitalAcute Myeloid Leukemia, Heart Failure, Anatomic Stage III Breast Cancer AJCC v8131
Columbia UniversityAmyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis, Colorectal Cancer, Multiple Myeloma114
Hospital for Special SurgeryOpioid Use, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Systemic Lupus Erythematosus68
Laura and Isaac Perlmutter Cancer Center at NYU LangoneAnatomic Stage III Breast Cancer AJCC v8, Anatomic Stage IV Breast Cancer AJCC v8, Metastatic Malignant Solid Neoplasm64
NYP/Columbia University Medical Center/Herbert Irving Comprehensive Cancer CenterMalignant Solid Neoplasm, Recurrent Malignant Solid Neoplasm, Acute Myeloid Leukemia61
Lenox Hill HospitalAnatomic Stage II Breast Cancer AJCC v8, Anatomic Stage III Breast Cancer AJCC v8, Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma53
Weill Cornell Medical CollegeARDS, ARDS (Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome), Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome51
Mount SinaiOvarian Cancer, AML, Advanced Solid Tumors44
Mount Sinai WestBreast Cancer, Intracerebral Hemorrhage, Anatomic Stage II Breast Cancer AJCC v843
NYP/Weill Cornell Medical CenterB Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia, Malignant Solid Neoplasm, Anatomic Stage IV Breast Cancer AJCC v834
New York UniversityInflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD), Adenine Phosphoribosyltransferase Deficiency, Arrhythmogenic Right Ventricular Cardiomyopathy34
Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer CenterAdvanced Solid Tumor, Advanced Solid Tumors, Breast Cancer27
Mount Sinai ChelseaAnatomic Stage II Breast Cancer AJCC v8, Anatomic Stage III Breast Cancer AJCC v8, Anatomic Stage IV Breast Cancer AJCC v824
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (All Protocol Activites)Breast Cancer, Prostate Cancer, Adult Cancer Patients23
Manhattan Eye Ear and Throat HospitalAnatomic Stage II Breast Cancer AJCC v8, Anatomic Stage I Breast Cancer AJCC v8, Anatomic Stage III Breast Cancer AJCC v822
NYU LangoneGout, Acute Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Acute Gout Flare22
NYU Langone Medical CenterMesothelioma, NSCLC, Non Small Cell Lung Cancer20
The Mount Sinai HospitalAtrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Intracerebral Hemorrhage20

Active & Upcoming Studies in New York (2026)

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

Neurology & pain (204 active studies)

Diabetes & metabolic (103 active studies)

Mental health & behavior (102 active studies)

Vaccines (23 active studies)

Common conditions studied in New York

  • Breast Cancer (93 active studies). Breast cancer trials evaluate new hormone therapies, targeted drugs, and immunotherapy combinations aimed at improving survival and reducing recurrence.
  • Prostate Cancer (70 active studies). Prostate cancer studies test next-generation hormone therapies, PARP inhibitors, and radioligand treatments for both localized and advanced disease.
  • Multiple Myeloma (51 active studies). Recruiting Multiple Myeloma studies evaluate investigational treatments, diagnostics, and supportive care approaches to improve patient outcomes.
  • Ovarian Cancer (42 active studies). Ovarian cancer research examines PARP inhibitors, maintenance therapies, and antibody-drug conjugates for recurrent and platinum-resistant disease.
  • Advanced Solid Tumor (41 active studies). Recruiting Advanced Solid Tumor studies evaluate investigational treatments, diagnostics, and supportive care approaches to improve patient outcomes.
  • Heart Failure (40 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 New York

  • Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
  • NYU Langone Health
  • Columbia University
  • Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
  • Weill Medical College of Cornell University

Local regulations and guidelines

Clinical trials in New York 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. Trials conducted in New York must also comply with the NY SHIELD Act's data-protection requirements and additional oversight from the New York State Department of Health.

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 New York. 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 New York

Hipa.ai aggregates every recruiting study in New York 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 New York?

There are approximately 3,491 recruiting clinical trials in New York, New York listed on ClinicalTrials.gov. The number changes weekly as new studies open and others close enrollment.

Do clinical trials in New York pay participants?

Most recruiting trials in New York 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 New York?

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 New York?

The most common conditions under active study in New York include Breast Cancer (93), Prostate Cancer (70), Multiple Myeloma (51), Ovarian Cancer (42), among many others. Browse the list above to explore every recruiting trial.

Are there clinical trials for healthy volunteers in New York?

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

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 New York?

Recruiting research sites in New York include Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, NYU Langone Health, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, 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 New York right now?

The largest active categories in New York are Cancer & tumors (1,205), Neurology & pain (204), Cardiovascular (195). Use the filters above to narrow by therapeutic area, phase, age, or healthy-volunteer eligibility.

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