Clinical Research Assistant Jobs in Dallas, TX
Clinical Research Assistant jobs in Dallas are in active demand, concentrated in the Uptown Medical District, Southwestern Medical District, and Frisco corridors, with strong hiring across clinical trial management, oncology, and cardiovascular research. Employers actively listing openings include UT Southwestern Medical Center, Fortrea, and ICON. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the No. 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report , we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!
JOB SUMMARY
Works under the direction of an Investigator(s) with general supervision, to coordinate research projects. This position primarily performs patient/participant coordination, however, may conduct data management in smaller departments on as needed basis. Collects and ensures quality control of clinical or basic research data in support of multiple and/or complex research studies.
The Clinical Research Coordinator I PRN primarily coordinates patient participation, research visits, conduct data management and ensures the quality control of clinical research data is support of multiple drug, device or biorepository complex research studies in Pulmonary hypertension, Interstitial lung diseases, Lung transplant, Interventional Pulmonology and COPD.
This PRN position will provide coverage on an as-needed basis.
BENEFITS
UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:
PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay
Paid Time Off, available day one
Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
Paid Parental Leave Benefit
Wellness programs
Tuition Reimbursement
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION
Required
Education
Bachelor's Degree or higher degree in medical or science related field.
Experience
1 year of clinical research experience.
May consider additional years of experience or advanced degree in lieu of education or experience, respectively.
Preferred
Licenses and Certifications
(BLS) BASIC LIFE SUPPORT may be required based on research study protocols or affiliate location requirements.
(CPRAED) CPR AED may be required based on research study protocols or affiliate location requirements.
ACRP or SOCRA certification a plus
JOB DUTIES
May perform some or all of the following:
Directly interacts with clinical research participants, as required, for the research study. Interacts via telephone, telehealth or in-person.
Coordinate regulatory aspects of the trial including maintaining and developing regulatory information to comply with industry standards, University policies, FDA requirements or other hospital policies
Coordinate and schedule study procedures as per protocol. Approved study protocols which have order sets built may be pended by the non-licensed coordinator with oversight by PI.
When outside of protocol, presents evidence and provides options (within scope of protocol) to PI.
Screen, recruit, enroll and follow subjects according to protocol guidelines. May also assist with the consent process
Maintain and coordinate data collection information required for each study which may also include developing CRF's or data collection tools
Assist in developing and implementing research studies to include writing clinical research protocols.
Conduct study procedures according to the protocol with proper training and check offs to maintain scope of work
Requires familiarity with research budgets to assist with or develop study budgets. May perform research billing activities, as needed, based on size of department (including linking patient calendars).
May review and abstract information from medical records for verification of eligibility for trials, as needed based on size of department.
Monitors patient safety by reviewing records and ensuring appropriate reporting per protocol and HRPP standards.
Review research study protocols to ensure feasibility
Assist in developing website or other social media for marketing/recruiting of clinical research study
Develop proficiency in the clinical trial management system, electronic medical record and other required data entry systems
Maintain subject level documentation
Duties performed may include one or more of the following core functions: a) Directly interacting with or caring for patients; b) Directly interacting with or caring for human-subjects research participants; c) Regularly maintaining, modifying, releasing or similarly affecting patient records (including patient financial records); or d) Regularly maintaining, modifying, releasing or similarly affecting human-subjects research records.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Work requires knowledge of basic and clinical research terminology, regulations, and procedures.
Work requires strong computer skills (spreadsheets, databases, and interactive web-based software).
Work requires ability to communicate effectively with various levels of internal and external contacts.
Work requires ability to work with confidential information on daily basis
Proactively works to maximize results of the team and organization
Follows and understands the regulations for Protected Health Information (PHI)
Work requires good communication skills.
Work requires the ability to problem solve.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS
Working Conditions
Clinical Setting
Office Setting
Salary Information
Salary is commensurate with education, skills, and relevant experience.
SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT
Security
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.
EEO
UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.
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Who's Hiring
- UT Southwestern Medical Center88

- Fortrea24

- ICON10

- NCD5

- McKesson5

Top Industries Hiring
- Education39
- Agriculture & Farming5
- Healthcare & Medical Services5
Clinical Research Assistant Jobs in Dallas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a clinical research assistant job in Dallas?
Focus your search on the Southwestern Medical District, where UT Southwestern Medical Center anchors a dense cluster of academic research programs, and on the hospital networks along the Uptown and Medical City corridors. Dallas also has a growing contract research organization presence in Frisco and Irving. Candidates who stand out typically have hands-on IRB documentation experience, familiarity with 21 CFR Part 11 compliance, and exposure to electronic data capture systems used in Phase II or III trials.
Which companies hire clinical research assistants in Dallas?
Employers hiring clinical research assistants in Dallas right now include UT Southwestern Medical Center, Fortrea, and ICON, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Dallas draws a mix of large academic medical centers, regional hospital systems, and contract research organizations that support multi-site trials across the North Texas market.
Are there remote clinical research assistant jobs in Dallas?
Yes, though with limits: hands-on roles requiring patient interaction, sample processing, or on-site data collection are nearly always in-person. About 33% of clinical research assistant openings tied to Dallas are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with most flexible arrangements concentrated in regulatory affairs support, data entry coordination, and sponsor-facing documentation tasks tied to Dallas-area trial sites.
How can I get a clinical research assistant job in Dallas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path in Dallas is through research coordinator internships or volunteer positions at UT Southwestern, Parkland Health, or the Children's Health system, which regularly onboard entry-level candidates for administrative and data support roles. Contract research organizations operating in the Frisco and Las Colinas areas also hire research assistants at the associate level for document management and site coordination. A phlebotomy certification or prior clinical volunteering gives applicants a concrete edge in screening.
Which industries hire the most clinical research assistants in Dallas?
Most clinical research assistant openings in Dallas sit in Education, Agriculture & Farming, and Healthcare & Medical Services, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Dallas's concentration of major hospital systems, academic medical institutions in the Southwestern Medical District, and a growing life sciences corridor in the northern suburbs makes it a consistently active market for clinical research support roles.
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