Clinical Research Associate Jobs in Texas
Clinical Research Associate jobs in Texas are highly active, with strong demand across pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device sectors at every level from entry-level coordinators through senior CRAs and lead monitors. Houston, Dallas, and Austin are the primary hiring centers, anchored by employers such as AstraZeneca, Abbott, and MD Anderson Cancer Center. The most in-demand specialties are oncology trials, cardiovascular studies, and Phase II to Phase IV monitoring across large academic medical centers and contract research organizations. 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 provide ongoing data management for local and national research studies and may coordinate observational (non-treatment/treatment) trials/studies. May provide supporting role for more complex studies under the direction of the PI, Clinical Research Coordinator and/or Clinical Research Lead.
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
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION
Required
- Education
High School Diploma or
Associate’s Degree in medical or science related field or
Bachelor’s Degree medical or science related field and no prior experience
- Experience
2 years experience with High School Diploma or
1 year experience with Associate’s Degree
Preferred
- Licenses and Certifications
(BLS) BASIC LIFE SUPPORT may be required based on affiliate location requirements.
(CPRAED) CPR AED may be required based on affiliate location requirements.
JOB DUTIES
- Understands visit schedules, criteria and protocol requirements for low complexity trials (e.g., questionnaire, data registry, scripted); schedules research visits.
- Assists research staff by completing research protocol related tasks.
- Reviews and abstracts information from medical records including eligibility criteria.
- Enters data into case report forms or other data collection system based on research study. Assists with maintenance of study level documentation.
- Assists with data queries and possible edits for accuracy.
- Compiles data for regulatory requirements and /or deadlines for local or sponsor submissions.
- Maintains existing databases and ensures data integrity.
- Performs QA/QC clinical analysis and data checks using various databases based on trial.
- Assists with preparing annual reports and/or modifications to institutional review board (IRB). This may include reportable events (UPIRSO).
- Assist and prepare research records for formal sponsor audits or internal audits.
- Recruits and enrolls patients in research study that may include consenting patients after training and with supervision.
- With adequate training and supervision, assists with participant screening and recruitment for more complex trials.
- Conducts and documents consent for participants in studies. Assists with the development of consent plans and documents for participants.
- Identifies incomplete, inaccurate, or missing data for more complex studies and works with lead coordinator to correct errors.
- Assists with ordering and maintaining research supplies following university/department procedures, ensuring that equipment is in good working order.
- With adequate training and supervision, assists with collecting and processing specimens following established procedures/protocols.
- Assists in preparing studies for closeout, (e.g. packing files, documenting files for storage, shipping extra supplies back to sponsor).
- With adequate training/credentialing and supervision, performs study procedures such as phlebotomy, vital signs, and EKG’s needed for research study. Based on research study, other procedures/equipment/services may be required.
- May perform patient care (basic skills) under the direction of PI following scope of work document.
- 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 of applicable Federal and institutional regulations governing clinical research.
- Knowledge of clinical research protocols.
- Effective organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Proactively works to maximize results of the team and organization.
- Follows and understands the regulations for Protected Health Information (PHI).
- Proactively works to maximize results of the team and organization.
- Possess strong computer skills (spreadsheets, databases, and interactive web-based software).
- Possess good communication skills.
- Possess the ability to problem solve.
- Work requires ability to conduct interviews with research subjects.
- 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.
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 provide ongoing data management for local and national research studies and may coordinate observational (non-treatment/treatment) trials/studies. May provide supporting role for more complex studies under the direction of the PI, Clinical Research Coordinator and/or Clinical Research Lead.
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
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION
Required
- Education
High School Diploma or
Associate’s Degree in medical or science related field or
Bachelor’s Degree medical or science related field and no prior experience
- Experience
2 years experience with High School Diploma or
1 year experience with Associate’s Degree
Preferred
- Licenses and Certifications
(BLS) BASIC LIFE SUPPORT may be required based on affiliate location requirements.
(CPRAED) CPR AED may be required based on affiliate location requirements.
JOB DUTIES
- Understands visit schedules, criteria and protocol requirements for low complexity trials (e.g., questionnaire, data registry, scripted); schedules research visits.
- Assists research staff by completing research protocol related tasks.
- Reviews and abstracts information from medical records including eligibility criteria.
- Enters data into case report forms or other data collection system based on research study. Assists with maintenance of study level documentation.
- Assists with data queries and possible edits for accuracy.
- Compiles data for regulatory requirements and /or deadlines for local or sponsor submissions.
- Maintains existing databases and ensures data integrity.
- Performs QA/QC clinical analysis and data checks using various databases based on trial.
- Assists with preparing annual reports and/or modifications to institutional review board (IRB). This may include reportable events (UPIRSO).
- Assist and prepare research records for formal sponsor audits or internal audits.
- Recruits and enrolls patients in research study that may include consenting patients after training and with supervision.
- With adequate training and supervision, assists with participant screening and recruitment for more complex trials.
- Conducts and documents consent for participants in studies. Assists with the development of consent plans and documents for participants.
- Identifies incomplete, inaccurate, or missing data for more complex studies and works with lead coordinator to correct errors.
- Assists with ordering and maintaining research supplies following university/department procedures, ensuring that equipment is in good working order.
- With adequate training and supervision, assists with collecting and processing specimens following established procedures/protocols.
- Assists in preparing studies for closeout, (e.g. packing files, documenting files for storage, shipping extra supplies back to sponsor).
- With adequate training/credentialing and supervision, performs study procedures such as phlebotomy, vital signs, and EKG’s needed for research study. Based on research study, other procedures/equipment/services may be required.
- May perform patient care (basic skills) under the direction of PI following scope of work document.
- 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 of applicable Federal and institutional regulations governing clinical research.
- Knowledge of clinical research protocols.
- Effective organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Proactively works to maximize results of the team and organization.
- Follows and understands the regulations for Protected Health Information (PHI).
- Proactively works to maximize results of the team and organization.
- Possess strong computer skills (spreadsheets, databases, and interactive web-based software).
- Possess good communication skills.
- Possess the ability to problem solve.
- Work requires ability to conduct interviews with research subjects.
- 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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Clinical Research Associate Job Market in Texas
A snapshot from current Texas openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- UT Southwestern Medical Center17
- Iterative Health15
- UT Health Science Center at San Antonio8
- Fortrea6
- Houston Methodist6
Top Industries Hiring
- Education11
- Healthcare & Medical Services8
- Science & Research3
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals2
- Agriculture & Farming1
What Texas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in clinical research associate jobs across Texas.
- Bachelor's degree in life sciences, nursing, or a related clinical field required
- Society of Clinical Research Associates or equivalent GCP certification strongly preferred
- Minimum two years of clinical trial monitoring or coordination experience in a site or sponsor setting
- Solid understanding of FDA regulations, ICH E6 guidelines, and 21 CFR Parts 11 and 312
- Willingness to travel to investigator sites across Texas and surrounding regions
- Proficiency with electronic data capture systems such as Medidata Rave, Veeva Vault, or Oracle Clinical
Clinical Research Associate Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a clinical research associate in Texas?
Start with a bachelor's degree in life sciences, nursing, pharmacy, or a related field, then gain hands-on clinical experience through research coordinator or data management roles at a Texas academic medical center, hospital system, or contract research organization. Texas does not issue a state-specific CRA license, but earning the Certified Clinical Research Associate credential through the Society of Clinical Research Associates significantly strengthens your candidacy with most Texas employers and CROs.
Which companies hire clinical research associates in Texas?
Employers hiring clinical research associates in Texas right now include UT Southwestern Medical Center, Iterative Health, and UT Health Science Center at San Antonio, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Texas's concentration of major medical centers, pharmaceutical manufacturers, and contract research organizations means hiring is consistent year-round rather than seasonal.
Which Texas cities have the most clinical research associate jobs?
Dallas, Houston, and San Antonio have the most clinical research associate openings in Texas. Houston leads because of its dense cluster of cancer centers, petroleum-adjacent biotech firms, and the Texas Medical Center, the largest medical complex in the world, while Dallas and Austin draw demand from their growing pharmaceutical headquarters and CRO regional offices.
Are there remote clinical research associate jobs in Texas?
Yes, and more than many clinical roles, since a significant portion of CRA work involves remote source data verification, document review, and sponsor-side reporting. About 29% of clinical research associate openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting an industry shift toward risk-based monitoring models. Site initiation visits and close-out visits still require in-person travel, so fully remote positions typically cover Phase I or centralized monitoring functions.
How can I get hired as a clinical research associate in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a clinical research coordinator role at a Texas academic medical center such as UT Southwestern, UTHealth Houston, or Baylor Scott and White, where you manage site-level trial operations before transitioning to sponsor-side monitoring. Large CROs with Texas offices often post junior or associate CRA openings specifically designed for coordinators making that move. Earning a Good Clinical Practice certification and completing a few years as a coordinator, regulatory affairs assistant, or clinical data associate makes the transition substantially more straightforward.
Where can I find and apply to clinical research associate jobs in Texas?
You can find and apply to clinical research associate jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings across pharmaceutical companies, contract research organizations, and academic medical centers. Find roles that fit your experience level and apply directly to the ones that match.
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