Clinical Project Manager Jobs in Texas
Clinical Project Manager jobs in Texas are among the most active in the country, concentrated in pharmaceutical research, medical device development, and health system operations, with openings at every level from coordinator-level entry roles through senior and executive project leadership. Houston, Dallas, and San Antonio lead the market, anchored by employers like Texas Medical Center affiliates, Baylor Scott and White Health, and Abbott Laboratories, all of which maintain ongoing clinical operations teams in the state. Oncology trial management, regulatory affairs coordination, and decentralized trial oversight are the sub-specialties seeing the most consistent demand across Texas hiring. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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About Us
Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.
Our Core Values are:
- We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.
- We never settle by constantly striving for better.
- We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.
- We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.
Benefits
Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:
- Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
- 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
- Tuition Reimbursement
- PTO accrual beginning Day 1
Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level.
Job Summary
- This position is full-time, on-site, overseeing College Station & Brenham.
Essential Functions of the Role
- Knows about the continuum of service lines that help hospital or clinic operations. May serve as the Operational Advocate for a service line. Coordinates scheduling and logistics for User Acceptance Testing.
- Subject Matter Expert (SME) on business conclusions with informatics impact, end-to-end workflow, and integrated build. Serves as a coach to analysts, coordinators, and specialists within the department.
- Assembles a team accountable for issue resolution. Helps identify any needed technical resources. Provides help to staff for decision-making and work prioritization. Establishes appropriate routes of escalation. Executes tactics to support strategic initiatives aligned with the overall informatics strategy.
- Partners with Information Services/Project Management to lead key workstreams locally in a project, such as discovery, design sessions, and command center logistics for Health Information Technology projects.
- Examines and presents complex information to key stakeholders, including heads and end users. Leverages broad knowledge of technology functionality and workflows across multiple modules. Utilizes robust skill sets with appropriate research and presentation delivery. Stays open-minded and encourages others to bring new perspectives.
- Sets and redefines priorities and reorganizes staff to boost response capacity. Assumes accountability for work delegated to others. Resolves conflict among team members sensitively and fairly.
Key Success Factors
- Four or more years of experience in a clinical environment are required. Four or more years of experience in an informatics role are preferred.
- Epic Certification and Informatics Certification (ANCC, HIMSS) required.
- Licensed clinician such as nurse, physical therapist, occupational therapist, pharmacy technician, dietitian, respiratory therapist, speech pathologist, etc. preferred.
- Ability to utilize critical thinking to know, document and optimize complex processes with appropriate solutions.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective professional relationships across organizational lines.
- Ability to create steps for work processes, quality standards, and measurable goals for employees and project teams.
- Ability to use broader targets to establish how best to use resources to meet schedules and goals.
- Ability to make or approve effective hiring and termination conclusions.
- Ability to evaluate and recommend changes to policies, and establish procedures that affect the managed organization.
- Basic business knowledge includes annual planning, goal setting, budget adherence, employee compensation, compliance, and risk management.
- Advanced computer skills include Microsoft Office, information security, scheduling and payroll systems, electronic medical documentation, and email.
Belonging Statement
We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported.
QUALIFICATIONS
- EDUCATION - Bachelor's or 4 years of work experience above the minimum qualification
- EXPERIENCE - 4 Years of Experience
- CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION -
Cert Prof HC Inform/person Sys (CPHIMS), Epic Certification (EPICCERT), BC-Informatics Nursing (RN-INFO): Must have one of the following:
- Epic Certification
- Certified Professional in Healthcare Information and Management Systems (CPHIMS) from HIMSS
- Informatics Nursing Certification from ANCC.
About Us
Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.
Our Core Values are:
- We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.
- We never settle by constantly striving for better.
- We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.
- We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.
Benefits
Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:
- Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
- 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
- Tuition Reimbursement
- PTO accrual beginning Day 1
Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level.
Job Summary
- This position is full-time, on-site, overseeing College Station & Brenham.
Essential Functions of the Role
- Knows about the continuum of service lines that help hospital or clinic operations. May serve as the Operational Advocate for a service line. Coordinates scheduling and logistics for User Acceptance Testing.
- Subject Matter Expert (SME) on business conclusions with informatics impact, end-to-end workflow, and integrated build. Serves as a coach to analysts, coordinators, and specialists within the department.
- Assembles a team accountable for issue resolution. Helps identify any needed technical resources. Provides help to staff for decision-making and work prioritization. Establishes appropriate routes of escalation. Executes tactics to support strategic initiatives aligned with the overall informatics strategy.
- Partners with Information Services/Project Management to lead key workstreams locally in a project, such as discovery, design sessions, and command center logistics for Health Information Technology projects.
- Examines and presents complex information to key stakeholders, including heads and end users. Leverages broad knowledge of technology functionality and workflows across multiple modules. Utilizes robust skill sets with appropriate research and presentation delivery. Stays open-minded and encourages others to bring new perspectives.
- Sets and redefines priorities and reorganizes staff to boost response capacity. Assumes accountability for work delegated to others. Resolves conflict among team members sensitively and fairly.
Key Success Factors
- Four or more years of experience in a clinical environment are required. Four or more years of experience in an informatics role are preferred.
- Epic Certification and Informatics Certification (ANCC, HIMSS) required.
- Licensed clinician such as nurse, physical therapist, occupational therapist, pharmacy technician, dietitian, respiratory therapist, speech pathologist, etc. preferred.
- Ability to utilize critical thinking to know, document and optimize complex processes with appropriate solutions.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective professional relationships across organizational lines.
- Ability to create steps for work processes, quality standards, and measurable goals for employees and project teams.
- Ability to use broader targets to establish how best to use resources to meet schedules and goals.
- Ability to make or approve effective hiring and termination conclusions.
- Ability to evaluate and recommend changes to policies, and establish procedures that affect the managed organization.
- Basic business knowledge includes annual planning, goal setting, budget adherence, employee compensation, compliance, and risk management.
- Advanced computer skills include Microsoft Office, information security, scheduling and payroll systems, electronic medical documentation, and email.
Belonging Statement
We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported.
QUALIFICATIONS
- EDUCATION - Bachelor's or 4 years of work experience above the minimum qualification
- EXPERIENCE - 4 Years of Experience
- CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION -
Cert Prof HC Inform/person Sys (CPHIMS), Epic Certification (EPICCERT), BC-Informatics Nursing (RN-INFO): Must have one of the following:
- Epic Certification
- Certified Professional in Healthcare Information and Management Systems (CPHIMS) from HIMSS
- Informatics Nursing Certification from ANCC.
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- Healthcare & Medical Services
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What Texas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in clinical project manager jobs across Texas.
- Bachelor's degree in life sciences, nursing, public health, or a related clinical field
- PMP or CAPM certification, or progress toward certification, strongly preferred by most Texas employers
- Minimum two to five years of clinical trials or healthcare project management experience
- Familiarity with ICH-GCP guidelines, FDA regulations, and clinical trial management systems such as Veeva or Medidata
- Experience managing cross-functional teams across sites, sponsors, and CRO partners
- Strong proficiency with project planning tools including MS Project, Smartsheet, or equivalent platforms
Clinical Project Manager Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a clinical project manager in Texas?
Most clinical project managers in Texas enter the field with a bachelor's degree in a life science, nursing, public health, or healthcare administration and then build experience in clinical research coordination or trial operations. Texas does not require a state-issued license specific to this role, but employers across Houston and Dallas consistently look for candidates holding or pursuing the Project Management Professional credential through PMI, or the Clinical Research Associate certification through ACRP or SOCRA. Starting as a clinical research coordinator or study coordinator at a hospital system or CRO is the most common path into project management in Texas.
How much do clinical project managers make in Texas?
Clinical project managers in Texas earn a median of about $98,440 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $57,460 for the lowest 10% to over $162,780 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire clinical project managers in Texas?
Employers hiring clinical project managers in Texas right now include Medpace, UT Southwestern Medical Center, and SGS, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Texas's concentration of large integrated health systems, academic medical centers, and medical device manufacturers means demand stays consistent throughout the year rather than spiking seasonally.
Which Texas cities have the most clinical project manager jobs?
Dallas, Irving, and Texas have the most clinical project manager openings in Texas. Houston dominates because of the Texas Medical Center, the largest medical complex in the world, which houses dozens of research institutions and hospital systems running active trials. Dallas draws demand from its concentration of major health system headquarters and life sciences companies, while Austin's growing biotech and health tech sector accounts for a rising share of postings.
Are there remote clinical project manager jobs in Texas?
Yes, and more than most healthcare roles. About 25% of clinical project manager openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting that much of the work involves coordinating teams, managing timelines, and reviewing documentation rather than conducting procedures on site. Protocol management, vendor oversight, and regulatory submission tasks are the parts of the role most likely to be performed fully remotely.
How can I get hired as a clinical project manager in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a clinical research coordinator or trial assistant role at one of Texas's large health systems or academic medical centers, such as those within the Texas Medical Center in Houston or UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, both of which regularly hire entry-level research staff. Moving laterally from adjacent roles in healthcare administration, regulatory affairs, or clinical data management is also common. Earning a SOCRA or ACRP certification before applying signals credibility and helps candidates stand out without years of direct project management experience.
Where can I find and apply to clinical project manager jobs in Texas?
You can find and apply to clinical project manager jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings from employers actively hiring in the state. Find the roles that fit your experience level and target location, then apply directly to each one.
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