Paid Clinical Trials in New Jersey

New Jersey has 1,736 paid clinical trials enrolling now across cities including New Brunswick, Middletown and Basking Ridge. Search by condition, age, or phase to find compensated research studies accepting participants near you.

Research sites in New Jersey include Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey and National Cancer Institute (NCI), running studies across oncology, cardiology, neurology, and more. The most actively recruiting conditions are Breast Cancer, Multiple Myeloma, Endometrial Cancer, Acute Myeloid Leukemia — 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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A Study of Lung Cancer Risk

for Lung Cancer
Sites in Middletown, Basking Ridge +5 more locations
Sponsor: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
Sex: All·Age: 40 - 74·Accepts healthy volunteers
Code: NCT07701733·Recruiting·Listed Jul 14, 2026

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A Phase 2, Randomized, Placebo Controlled, Multicenter, Masked Study to Evaluate the Efficacy, Safety, Tolerability, and Pharmacodynamics of Multidose APL 3007 in Combination With Syfovre/Pegcetacoplan (APL-2) in Patients Diagnosed With Geographic Atrophy Secondary to Age Related Macular Degeneratio

for Geographic Atrophy Secondary to Age-related Macular Degeneration
Sites in Toms River, Cherry Hill +76 more locations
Sponsor: Apellis Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Sex: All·Age: 60+
Code: NCT07215390·Phase 2·Recruiting·Listed Oct 2025

About research studies in New Jersey

New Jersey has approximately 1,736 recruiting research studies across a wide range of therapeutic areas. New Jersey hosts a diverse network of universities, academic medical centers, and community hospitals that run clinical trials across oncology, cardiology, neurology, and many other therapeutic areas.

Common conditions studied in New Jersey

  • Breast Cancer (62 active studies). Breast cancer trials evaluate new hormone therapies, targeted drugs, and immunotherapy combinations aimed at improving survival and reducing recurrence.
  • Multiple Myeloma (29 active studies). Recruiting Multiple Myeloma studies evaluate investigational treatments, diagnostics, and supportive care approaches to improve patient outcomes.
  • Endometrial Cancer (24 active studies). Recruiting Endometrial Cancer studies evaluate investigational treatments, diagnostics, and supportive care approaches to improve patient outcomes.
  • Acute Myeloid Leukemia (23 active studies). Leukemia trials evaluate targeted inhibitors, CAR-T cell therapies, and novel combinations for acute and chronic forms of the disease.
  • Prostate Cancer (23 active studies). Prostate cancer studies test next-generation hormone therapies, PARP inhibitors, and radioligand treatments for both localized and advanced disease.
  • Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (22 active studies). Lung cancer research focuses on targeted therapies for specific mutations such as EGFR, ALK, and KRAS, alongside immunotherapy regimens.

Leading research sponsors in New Jersey

  • Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
  • Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
  • National Cancer Institute (NCI)
  • AstraZeneca
  • Kessler Foundation

Local regulations and guidelines

Clinical trials in New Jersey 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. New Jersey research additionally follows state public health department oversight and any applicable state privacy statutes.

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 Jersey. 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 Jersey

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

There are approximately 1,736 recruiting clinical trials in New Jersey listed on ClinicalTrials.gov. The number changes weekly as new studies open and others close enrollment.

Do clinical trials in New Jersey pay participants?

Most recruiting trials in New Jersey 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 Jersey?

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 Jersey?

The most common conditions under active study in New Jersey include Breast Cancer (62), Multiple Myeloma (29), Endometrial Cancer (24), Acute Myeloid Leukemia (23), among many others. Browse the list above to explore every recruiting trial.

Are there clinical trials for healthy volunteers in New Jersey?

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

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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New Brunswick, NJ(345)Middletown, NJ(315)Basking Ridge, NJ(312)Montvale, NJ(304)Hackensack, NJ(299)Morristown, NJ(143)Newark, NJ(118)Camden, NJ(104)Toms River, NJ(71)Livingston, NJ(60)Neptune City, NJ(58)Summit, NJ(52)East Brunswick, NJ(51)West Orange, NJ(47)Paramus, NJ(44)Sewell, NJ(43)Cherry Hill, NJ(42)Marlton, NJ(42)Jersey City, NJ(40)Englewood, NJ(39)Long Branch, NJ(37)Ridgewood, NJ(34)Teaneck, NJ(34)Voorhees Township, NJ(34)Piscataway, NJ(31)Somerset, NJ(30)Paterson, NJ(28)Hamilton, NJ(27)Somerville, NJ(25)Edison, NJ(22)Pennington, NJ(22)Lakewood, NJ(21)Florham Park, NJ(20)Princeton, NJ(19)Eatontown, NJ(18)Flemington, NJ(18)East Hanover, NJ(16)Bridgewater, NJ(15)Moorestown, NJ(15)Bloomfield, NJ(13)Elizabeth, NJ(13)Freehold, NJ(13)Plainsboro, NJ(11)Somers Point, NJ(10)Brick, NJ(9)East Orange, NJ(9)East Windsor, NJ(9)Mullica Hill, NJ(9)Pompton, NJ(9)Red Bank, NJ(9)Vineland, NJ(9)Belleville, NJ(8)Hackettstown, NJ(8)Newton, NJ(8)Warren Township, NJ(8)West Long Branch, NJ(8)Browns Mills, NJ(7)Palisades Park, NJ(7)Pomona, NJ(7)Sparta, NJ(7)Springfield, NJ(7)Egg Harbor, NJ(6)Haddon Heights, NJ(6)Manahawkin, NJ(6)Secaucus, NJ(6)Berkeley Heights, NJ(5)Clifton, NJ(5)Jackson, NJ(5)Montclair, NJ(5)Mount Laurel, NJ(5)Shrewsbury, NJ(5)Westwood, NJ(5)Berlin, NJ(4)Cape May Court House, NJ(4)Elmer, NJ(4)Fair Lawn, NJ(4)Little Silver, NJ(4)Marlboro, NJ(4)North Brunswick, NJ(4)Northfield, NJ(4)Trenton, NJ(4)Wayne, NJ(4)Hillsborough, NJ(3)Hoboken, NJ(3)Holmdel, NJ(3)Irvington, NJ(3)Manalapan, NJ(3)Riverdale, NJ(3)Totowa, NJ(3)Union City, NJ(3)Burlington, NJ(2)Cedar Knolls, NJ(2)Dover, NJ(2)Linden, NJ(2)Mount Holly, NJ(2)Mountain Lakes, NJ(2)Nutley, NJ(2)Ocean City, NJ(2)Ocean Township, NJ(2)Oradell, NJ(2)Parsippany, NJ(2)Saddle Brook, NJ(2)Tinton Falls, NJ(2)Union, NJ(2)West New York, NJ(2)Whippany, NJ(2)Woodbridge, NJ(2)Annandale, NJ(1)Atlantic City, NJ(1)Avenel, NJ(1)Bayonne, NJ(1)Belle Mead, NJ(1)Bridgeton, NJ(1)Chester, NJ(1)Clark, NJ(1)Cresskill, NJ(1)Denville, NJ(1)Englewood Cliffs, NJ(1)Fort Lee, NJ(1)Galloway, NJ(1)Gibbsboro, NJ(1)Glassboro, NJ(1)Hackensack, NJ, 7601, NJ(1)Hainesport, NJ(1)Hammonton, NJ(1)Harrison, NJ(1)Hasbrouck Heights, NJ(1)Iselin, NJ(1)Kenilworth, NJ(1)Lawrenceville, NJ(1)Linwood, NJ(1)Little Falls, NJ(1)Lumberton, NJ(1)Lyndhurst, NJ(1)Medford, NJ(1)Millburn, NJ(1)Monroe, NJ(1)Morganville, NJ(1)Multiple Locations, NJ(1)North Bergen, NJ(1)Oakhurst, NJ(1)Old Bridge, NJ(1)Orange, NJ(1)Perth Amboy, NJ(1)Pompton Plains, NJ(1)Princeton Junction, NJ(1)Riverside Park, NJ(1)Robbinsville, NJ(1)Runnemede, NJ(1)Rutherford, NJ(1)Salem, NJ(1)Sea Girt, NJ(1)Short Hills, NJ(1)South Amboy, NJ(1)South Orange, NJ(1)Stratford, NJ(1)Succasunna, NJ(1)Turnersville, NJ(1)Verona, NJ(1)Whiting, NJ(1)Woodbury, NJ(1)Woodland Park, NJ(1)

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