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Paid Clinical Trials in Columbus, GA

Studies commonly pay $75 to $4,500 per completed study

67 clinical trials are currently recruiting participants within 30 miles of Columbus. Listings below come straight from the official NIH registry, alongside the area's top-rated research centers with real Google reviews.

67studies recruiting
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Studies recruiting near Columbus right now

Top 25 of 67 recruiting studies, sorted by proximity — each links to its official registry page

Deep Neural Network Stratification for Use Detecting Endometriosis in Women Affected by Chronic Pelvic Pain (EndoCheck)

Endometriosis N/A Observational 1,200 participants sought
Midtown OBGYN North — Columbus, Georgia (7.3 mi) · Sponsor: Aspira Women's Health
See eligibility & contact on ClinicalTrials.gov (NCT05245695)

A Prospective, Randomized, Single-blind, Controlled, Multi-center Study to Assess the Safety and Performance of MagnetOsTM Compared to Autogenous Bone Graft in Patients Undergoing Hindfoot or Ankle Fusions.

Ankle Arthrodesis or Arthroplasty, Hindfoot Fusion N/A Interventional 126 participants sought
Hughston Foundation Inc — Columbus, Georgia (7.3 mi) · Sponsor: Kuros Biosurgery AG
See eligibility & contact on ClinicalTrials.gov (NCT07225751)

A Study of Camizestrant in ER+/HER2- Early Breast Cancer After at Least 2 Years of Standard Adjuvant Endocrine Therapy

Breast Cancer, Early Breast Cancer Phase 3 Interventional 4,300 participants sought
Research Site — Columbus, Georgia (7.3 mi) · Sponsor: AstraZeneca
See eligibility & contact on ClinicalTrials.gov (NCT05774951)

Evaluation of Efficacy, Safety, and Tolerability of Povetacicept in Participants With Primary Membranous Nephropathy (pMN)

Primary Membranous Nephropathy Phase 2, Phase 3 Interventional 176 participants sought
DaVita Clinical Research Columbus — Columbus, Georgia (7.3 mi) · Sponsor: Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated
See eligibility & contact on ClinicalTrials.gov (NCT07204275)

A Study to Assess Efficacy and Safety of Pembrolizumab With or Without Sacituzumab Tirumotecan (MK- 2870) in Adult Participants With Resectable Non Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC) Not Achieving Pathological Complete Response (pCR) (MK-2870-019)

Non Small Cell Lung Cancer Phase 3 Interventional 780 participants sought
Centricity Research Columbus Cancer Center ( Site 0005) — Columbus, Georgia (7.3 mi) · Sponsor: Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC
See eligibility & contact on ClinicalTrials.gov (NCT06312137)

A Research Study on How Well Cagrilintide and CagriSema Work in Children and Adolescents With Excess Body Weight

Overweight, Obesity Phase 3 Interventional 460 participants sought
Columbus Research Foundation — Columbus, Georgia (7.3 mi) · Sponsor: Novo Nordisk A/S
See eligibility & contact on ClinicalTrials.gov (NCT07253285)

Use of fenoTRACK Device for Monitoring Changes of Fractional Exhaled Nitric Oxide (FeNO) in Uncontrolled Asthma Subjects and Controlled Asthma Subjects

Asthma N/A Observational 160 participants sought
AllerVie Clinical Research — Columbus, Georgia (7.3 mi) · Sponsor: Biometry Inc
See eligibility & contact on ClinicalTrials.gov (NCT07228026)

A Study Evaluating Efruxifermin in Subjects With Non-Cirrhotic Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH)/Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Steatohepatitis (MASH) and Fibrosis

NASH With Fibrosis, MASH With Fibrosis Phase 3 Interventional 1,650 participants sought
Akero Clinical Study Site — Columbus, Georgia (7.3 mi) · Sponsor: Akero Therapeutics, Inc
See eligibility & contact on ClinicalTrials.gov (NCT06215716)

Dose-Ranging Safety, Tolerability, and Efficacy Study of AZD2373 in Participants With APOL1-Mediated Kidney Disease

APOL1-Mediated Kidney Disease Phase 2 Interventional 136 participants sought
Research Site — Columbus, Georgia (7.3 mi) · Sponsor: AstraZeneca
See eligibility & contact on ClinicalTrials.gov (NCT06824987)

A Study of Dulaglutide (LY2189265) 3.0 mg and 4.5 mg in Pediatric Participants With Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (AWARD-PEDS PLUS)

Type 2 Diabetes Phase 3 Interventional 55 participants sought
Centricity Research Columbus Endocrinology — Columbus, Georgia (7.3 mi) · Sponsor: Eli Lilly and Company
See eligibility & contact on ClinicalTrials.gov (NCT06739122)

Intra-arterial Gemcitabine vs. IV Gemcitabine and Nab-Paclitaxel Following Radiotherapy for LAPC

Locally Advanced Pancreatic Cancer Phase 3 Interventional 190 participants sought
Piedmont-Columbus Regional - John B. Amos Cancer Center — Columbus, Georgia (7.3 mi) · Sponsor: RenovoRx
See eligibility & contact on ClinicalTrials.gov (NCT03257033)

A Study to Assess the Efficacy, Safety, and Tolerability of IMVT-1402 as Treatment for Adult Participants With Graves' Disease

Graves' Disease Phase 2 Interventional 210 participants sought
Site Number - 1020 — Columbus, Georgia (7.3 mi) · Sponsor: Immunovant Sciences GmbH
See eligibility & contact on ClinicalTrials.gov (NCT07018323)

Study to Evaluate the Maximal Use of Ruxolitinib Cream in Adult and Adolescent Participants With Hidradenitis Suppurativa

Hidradenitis Suppurativa Phase 1 Interventional 24 participants sought
Lane Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery — Columbus, Georgia (7.3 mi) · Sponsor: Incyte Corporation
See eligibility & contact on ClinicalTrials.gov (NCT07049575)

Evaluation of Efficacy and Safety of Iloperidone for the Treatment of Participants With Uncontrolled Hypertension

Hypertension, Uncontrolled Hypertension Phase 2 Interventional 240 participants sought
Vanda Investigative Site — Columbus, Georgia (7.3 mi) · Sponsor: Vanda Pharmaceuticals
See eligibility & contact on ClinicalTrials.gov (NCT07090161)

A Study to Evaluate the Efficacy and Safety of KarXT + KarX-EC for Cognitive Impairment in Alzheimer's Disease

Alzheimer's Disease Phase 3 Interventional 586 participants sought
Local Institution - 0016 — Columbus, Georgia (7.3 mi) · Sponsor: Bristol-Myers Squibb
See eligibility & contact on ClinicalTrials.gov (NCT06976216)

Study to Evaluate HM15275 in Subjects With Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus, T2DM Phase 2 Interventional 180 participants sought
Centricity Research IRT - DBA IACT Health Columbus Piedmont — Columbus, Georgia (7.3 mi) · Sponsor: Hanmi Pharmaceutical Company Limited
See eligibility & contact on ClinicalTrials.gov (NCT07527650)

Study of LHP588 in Subjects With P. Gingivalis-Positive Alzheimer's Disease

Alzheimer Disease, Alzheimer Disease Due to P. Gingivalis Phase 2 Interventional 300 participants sought
Columbus Memory Center — Columbus, Georgia (7.3 mi) · Sponsor: Lighthouse Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
See eligibility & contact on ClinicalTrials.gov (NCT06847321)

Study of Izalontamab Brengitecan (BMS-986507) Versus Platinum-Pemetrexed for EGFR-mutated Non-small Cell Lung Cancer After Failure of EGFR TKI Therapy (IZABRIGHT-Lung01)

Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer Phase 2, Phase 3 Interventional 500 participants sought
John B Amos Cancer Center — Columbus, Georgia (7.3 mi) · Sponsor: Bristol-Myers Squibb
See eligibility & contact on ClinicalTrials.gov (NCT07100080)

A Study With Combinations of Anti-LAG-3 and Anti-PD-1 Antibodies in Adult Participants With Advanced or Metastatic Melanoma (Harmony Head-to-Head)

Melanoma Phase 3 Interventional 560 participants sought
John B. Amos Cancer Center — Columbus, Georgia (7.3 mi) · Sponsor: Regeneron Pharmaceuticals
See eligibility & contact on ClinicalTrials.gov (NCT06246916)

Phase III Study Investigating Heart Failure and Cardiovascular Death With Baxdrostat in Combination With Dapagliflozin

Heart Failure Phase 3 Interventional 11,300 participants sought
Research Site — Columbus, Georgia (7.3 mi) · Sponsor: AstraZeneca
See eligibility & contact on ClinicalTrials.gov (NCT06677060)
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Top-rated research centers in Columbus

Dedicated clinical research sites near you — with their real Google ratings, reviews and contact details

Centricity Research

★ 4.7
910 Talbotton Rd, Columbus, GA 31904
(706) 321-0495
"Great people, very kind and considerate. No complaints! 😊"
— Dre Hayes, 5★

DaVita Clinical Research

★ 5.0
4 Bradley Park Ct #2b, Columbus, GA 31904
(706) 596-8222

ClinCept Clinical Research

★ 5.0
4621 River Rd, Columbus, GA 31904
(706) 780-2255
"Amazing staff always kind making sure you are in the best study for your needs. They have never failed me."
— katie eberly, 5★

Alzheimer's Research and Treatment Center Georgia

2122 Manchester Expy Ste A-002A, Columbus, GA 31904
(706) 653-8455

Metabolic Research Center | Columbus

★ 5.0 (180 reviews)
6440 W Hamilton Park Rd Suite A-103, Columbus, GA 31909
(706) 653-7888

Columbus Research Institute

★ 5.0
5820 Veterans Pkwy #304, Columbus, GA 31904
(706) 653-0419

Columbus Memory Center & Health Education Foundation

★ 3.0
7196 N Lake Dr, Columbus, GA 31909
(706) 327-4000
"My mil was diagnosed on her first visit with Alzheimer's, prescribed, sent for MRI...she progressed downhill, I called to try & move up her next appt…"
— Janice Byers, 1★

Clinical Research Institute

★ 5.0
1215 Eagles Landing Pkwy Ste. 209, Stockbridge, GA 30281
(678) 782-5358
"Loving, caring professional staff. Highly recommended. Thank you ALL 4 everything. Namaste"
— ____.pause___, 5★

Clinical Research Atlanta

★ 4.2
175 Country Club Dr #200B, Stockbridge, GA 30281
(770) 507-6867
"Great team of people and I haven't had any issues."
— Victorious Bastard, 5★

Clinical trials in Columbus: what's recruiting

The Columbus area currently has 67 studies open to new participants, according to the ClinicalTrials.gov registry maintained by the U.S. National Institutes of Health. Among the studies closest to Columbus, the most active research areas are:

  • Cancer & Oncology6 studies
  • Diabetes & Metabolism5 studies
  • Liver & Kidney2 studies
  • Heart & Vascular2 studies
  • Brain & Mental Health2 studies

Every listing shows the study phase, the recruiting site and its distance from Columbus, and links to the official registry page where eligibility criteria and study contacts are published. Compensation is set by each sponsor: industry surveys report typical payments of $75 to $4,500 per completed study, with short observational studies at the low end and multi-visit or overnight Phase 1 studies at the high end.

How to enroll in a paid study in Columbus

Start with a study whose condition matches your profile — or a healthy-volunteer study if you have no diagnosis. Contact the research site through the registry page, complete a short phone screen, then attend an in-person screening visit. If you qualify, the study team walks you through the informed consent document, which details every procedure, risk and payment before you commit. You can withdraw at any point, and enrollment is always free.

Columbus participants can also register with the dedicated research centers listed above — many maintain volunteer databases and call when a matching study opens — or sign up for our email alert below to hear when a new study starts recruiting within 30 miles of your ZIP code.

Frequently asked questions

How much do paid clinical trials in Columbus pay?
Compensation varies by study length, procedures and overnight stays. Industry surveys report typical payments from $75 to $4,500 per completed study, with simple observational studies at the low end and multi-week inpatient Phase 1 studies at the high end. Each listing's study team will confirm the exact amount before you enroll.
Do I need to be sick to join a clinical trial in Columbus?
No. Many studies recruit healthy volunteers, especially early-phase studies run at dedicated research centers. Others need participants diagnosed with a specific condition. Every trial lists its eligibility criteria — age range, condition, medications — and the study team screens you before enrollment.
How do I join a study in Columbus, GA?
Pick a study that matches your profile, contact the research site (or apply through the study links on this page), pass a phone pre-screen, then attend an in-person screening visit. If you qualify, you review and sign the informed consent and the study begins. The process typically takes 1-3 weeks.
How often do new paid studies open in Columbus?
Constantly — trials open and close enrollment every week. This page is refreshed weekly from the NIH registry. Join the email alert to be notified when a new study opens within 30 miles of Columbus.
Can I be in more than one clinical trial at a time?
Generally no — most studies exclude participants currently enrolled in another trial, and paid Phase 1 studies enforce a washout period (often 30 days or more) between studies. Frequent healthy volunteers in Columbus typically complete one or two studies per year.

Paid clinical trials near Columbus

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