Clinical Research Assistant Jobs in Houston, TX

INTRODUCTION

Join a Team That’s Advancing Clinical Research

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Travel: Regional 65-70%

We’re looking for a passionate and driven Clinical Research Associate (CRA) with 1-3 years of on-site monitoring experience to join our FSP Sponsor Dedicated team and play a key role in delivering high-quality clinical trials. In this role, you’ll partner with investigative sites and cross-functional teams to ensure studies are executed with excellence, compliance, and patient focus.

• Lead and execute site monitoring visits (selection, initiation, routine, and close-out) in accordance with GCP/ICH guidelines
• Build strong relationships with investigative sites to drive performance, recruitment, and engagement
• Ensure protocol compliance, data integrity, and high-quality study execution
• Proactively identify risks, resolve issues, and escalate when needed
• Track and manage study progress, including regulatory approvals, enrollment, and data quality
• Maintain accurate documentation and contribute to inspection readiness
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful study delivery

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in life sciences, healthcare, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 1+ year of on-site monitoring experience
• Solid understanding of GCP, ICH, and regulatory requirements
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Make a direct impact on advancing clinical research and improving patient outcomes

• Work alongside experienced, collaborative teams
• Opportunities for growth and career development
• Dynamic, fast-paced environment where your contributions matter

If you’re ready to take the next step in your CRA career and be part of meaningful, impactful work, we’d love to hear from you.

COMPENSATION

The potential base pay range for this role, when annualized, is $90,200.00 - $175,100.00. The actual base pay offered may vary based on a number of factors including job-related qualifications such as knowledge, skills, education, and experience; location; and/or schedule (full or part-time). Dependent on the position offered, incentive plans, bonuses, and/or other forms of compensation may be offered, in addition to a range of health and welfare and/or other benefits.

LOCATION

Houston, United States of America

WORK ARRANGEMENT

Full time | Field-based

CULTURE

Culture at IQVIA is built on a shared belief: that when people are empowered with better data, smarter technology and deeper expertise, they can change what’s possible for patients. Across every team and every corner of the globe, you’ll find colleagues who genuinely care — about the mission and about each other. That’s what makes this a place where people tend to stay, grow and do the best work of their careers.

IQVIA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable law.

IQVIA is committed to integrity in our hiring process and maintains a zero tolerance policy for candidate fraud. All information and credentials submitted in your application must be truthful and complete. Any false statements, misrepresentations, or material omissions during the recruitment process will result in immediate disqualification of your application, or termination of employment if discovered later, in accordance with applicable law. We appreciate your honesty and professionalism.