Paid Clinical Trials in San Deigo, CA

As of September 2026, 1 paid clinical trials are recruiting in San Deigo, California. 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.

San Deigo offers studies at sites including University of California San Diego for conditions such as Cough, Dysphonia, Laryngopharyngeal Reflux, Reflux. 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 San Deigo

Researchers run research studies in San Deigo, CA at 1 active sites. The clinics below currently host the largest number of recruiting studies — each name is followed by the conditions they focus on most.

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University of California San DiegoCough, Dysphonia, Laryngopharyngeal Reflux1

Common conditions studied in San Deigo

  • Cough (1 active study)
  • Dysphonia (1 active study)
  • Laryngopharyngeal Reflux (1 active study)
  • Reflux (1 active study)
  • Throat Clearing (1 active study)

Leading research sponsors in San Deigo

  • University of California, San Diego

Frequently asked questions

How many paid clinical trials are currently recruiting in San Deigo?

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

Do clinical trials in San Deigo pay participants?

Most recruiting trials in San Deigo 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 San Deigo?

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 San Deigo?

The most common conditions under active study in San Deigo include Cough (1), Dysphonia (1), Laryngopharyngeal Reflux (1), Reflux (1), among many others. Browse the list above to explore every recruiting trial.

Are there clinical trials for healthy volunteers in San Deigo?

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

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 San Deigo?

Recruiting research sites in San Deigo include University of California San Diego, 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.

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