Clinical Research Nurse Jobs in Texas
Clinical Research Nurse jobs in Texas are among the most active in the country, concentrated in academic medical centers, pharmaceutical research organizations, and large hospital-affiliated trial units, with openings at every level from entry-level coordinators through senior and principal investigator-support roles. Houston, Dallas, and San Antonio are the primary hiring hubs, anchored by institutions and organizations such as MD Anderson Cancer Center, UT Southwestern Medical Center, and ICON plc, all of which maintain substantial clinical trial operations in Texas. Oncology, cardiovascular research, and neurology trials represent the most consistent demand for clinical research nurses in the state. 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 number 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
Office of Clinical Research (OCR) is seeking an experienced, highly organized Multi-Site Clinical Trial Manager (CTM) to oversee the execution of our complex, multi-center clinical trials. In this role, you will serve as the operational backbone of our studies, managing trial progression across multiple clinical research sites from study startup through study close out. The ideal candidate brings a strong background in clinical research, site startup and management, monitoring oversight, and cross-functional leadership, ensuring all milestones are met on time, within budget, and in strict compliance with ICH-GCP guidelines and regulatory requirements. Exceptional people management skills and trouble-shooting skills are required.
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
Master's Degree In science, social science, healthcare administration, or a related field
Experience
5 years Of experience managing clinical trials and
Equivalent combination of education and relevant experience may be considered in lieu of Master's degree.
JOB DUTIES
Oversees the organizational and operational activities of the Disease-Oriented Teams (DOTs). Develops performance standards and expectation for DOT managers and teams, and periodically assess the attainment of these standards.
Consults with DOT managers and faculty leaders to set performance expectations for research nursing and technical staff managing clinical trials. Works with the members of the team to identify, develop and evaluate key core competencies of clinical research personnel in an effort to tailor training needs.
Maintains peer-level working relationships with faculty and academic departments across UTSW to oversee the conduct of clinical trials. Fulfill duties of DOT managers in their absence.
Oversees the financial and administrative resources available for the management of clinical trials by DOTs, working closely with leadership, staff and faculty from various departments with UTSW Medical Center. Develops budget, fee, cost recovery and revenue recommendations for DOT functions. Works with DOT Managers to analyze and review study budgets to ensure that all studies are fiscally sound and that all study costs are recovered or minimized.
Develops and implements best practices for DOT compliance and assurance. Develop and manage all DOT internal monitoring programs to ensure compliance with all relevant rules, regulations and policies.
Coordinates and oversees the management affiliate networks conducting clinical trials. Analyzes and makes recommendations regarding internal process improvements related to optimal time-to-protocol activation.
Leads a committee comprised of faculty and staff to annually review and develop new Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs); recommends new and drafts updates to existing SOPs as necessary.
Directs and oversees the processes for ensuring timely and accurate electronic data capture (EDC) for investigator-initiated clinical trials (IITs). Maintains high-level expertise in EDC for IITs, and implement training and education for managers and staff performing these functions.
Oversees and optimizes the process for collecting, storing and tracking clinical biospecimens, working closing with institutional resources. Ensures storage space is available and managed appropriately.
Performs other duties as assigned.
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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Where Texas roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Clinical Research Nurse Job Market in Texas
A snapshot from current Texas openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Houston Methodist15

- UT Southwestern Medical Center12

- Pinnacle Clinical Research9

- Iterative Health7

- Retina Consultants of Texas7

Top Industries Hiring
- Education10
- Healthcare & Medical Services9
- Science & Research3
- Agriculture & Farming3
- Medical Devices2
What Texas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in clinical research nurse jobs across Texas.
- Active Registered Nurse license issued or recognized by the Texas Board of Nursing
- Minimum two years of clinical nursing experience in a hospital or research setting
- Experience with GCP guidelines and human subjects research protocols
- CCRP or CCRC certification from the Society of Clinical Research Associates preferred
- Proficiency in electronic data capture systems such as Medidata Rave or REDCap
- Strong working knowledge of FDA regulations governing clinical trial conduct
Clinical Research Nurse Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a clinical research nurse in Texas?
You need an active Registered Nurse license from the Texas Board of Nursing, which requires completing an accredited nursing program and passing the NCLEX-RN exam. From there, most Texas employers expect at least one to two years of bedside or clinical experience before moving into research. Pursuing certification through the Society of Clinical Research Associates, such as the CCRP credential, strengthens your application and is often required by major research institutions and contract research organizations in Texas.
Which companies hire clinical research nurses in Texas?
Employers hiring clinical research nurses in Texas right now include Houston Methodist, UT Southwestern Medical Center, and Pinnacle Clinical Research, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Texas's deep concentration of academic medical systems, contract research organizations, and pharmaceutical trial sites means consistent hiring activity throughout the year, particularly in the Houston and Dallas metro areas.
Which Texas cities have the most clinical research nurse jobs?
Houston, Dallas, and Austin have the most clinical research nurse openings in Texas. Houston leads because of its exceptional density of cancer, cardiovascular, and rare disease trial activity anchored by institutions like MD Anderson and Texas Medical Center affiliates, while Dallas benefits from UT Southwestern and a large network of CRO offices, and San Antonio draws from its military medicine research infrastructure and UTHSCSA-affiliated programs.
Are there remote clinical research nurse jobs in Texas?
Yes, but they're rare. Clinical research nursing is largely hands-on, requiring direct patient contact, specimen handling, and on-site protocol adherence, so most roles are facility-based. About 16% of clinical research nurse openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those positions tend to involve study coordination tasks such as data entry, regulatory document management, and participant follow-up calls rather than direct patient care.
How can I get hired as a clinical research nurse in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for a clinical research coordinator or clinical trials nurse associate role at a large Texas academic medical center, where prior bedside nursing experience substitutes for direct research background. MD Anderson Cancer Center and UT Southwestern both run structured onboarding programs that train new research nurses in GCP and protocol adherence. Nurses transitioning from oncology, cardiology, or ICU units are frequently favored because those clinical backgrounds map directly to the most active trial areas in Texas.
Where can I find and apply to clinical research nurse jobs in Texas?
You can find and apply to clinical research nurse jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Find roles that match your experience and specialty and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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