Clinical Trial Associate Jobs in Texas

Clinical Trial Associate jobs in Texas are concentrated in Houston, Dallas, and San Antonio, where a dense network of academic medical centers, contract research organizations, and pharmaceutical companies drives consistent hiring at every level from entry-level coordinator to senior CRA. Major employers with lasting Texas roots include MD Anderson Cancer Center, ICON plc, and PPD, which collectively maintain large clinical operations teams across the state. Oncology, cardiovascular, and neurology trials are the most in-demand specialties, reflecting Texas's strength in both research hospital infrastructure and biotech investment. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles7
Top employerMedpace
Top cityHouston, TX
Cities hiring3
Work type75% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Clinical Trial Recruiter
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Innovo Research
Austin, Texas
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Social Work & Counseling
$44k - $56k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's degree

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Clinical Trial Program Manager (Cizik School of Nursing)
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Clinical Trial Program Manager (Cizik School of Nursing)
UTHealth Houston
Houston, Texas
Compliance & Risk
Health & Safety
Human Resources
Bachelor's degree
5,001-10,000

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Clinical Trial Manager - Cell & Gene Therapy
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Clinical Trial Manager - Cell & Gene Therapy
Houston Methodist
Houston, Texas
Program Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
Master's degree
10,000+

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Medical Director, Clinical Trial Physician - Neurology (Remote) - FSP
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Medical Director, Clinical Trial Physician - Neurology (Remote) - FSP
Thermo Fisher Scientific
Texas
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Medical Specialists
Remote (US)
10,000+

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Clinical Trial Program Manager - Neurology (Neurodegenerative division)
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Clinical Trial Program Manager - Neurology (Neurodegenerative division)
UTHealth Houston
Houston, Texas
Business Analysis
Project Management
Research & Academia
Bachelor's degree
5,001-10,000

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Clinical Trial Associate Jobs by City in Texas

Where Texas roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Houston
3 jobs
Irving
2 jobs
Austin
1 job

Clinical Trial Associate Job Market in Texas

A snapshot from current Texas openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Medpace2 open roles
UTHealth Houston2 open roles
Innovo Research1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services
  • Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals

What Texas Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in clinical trial associate jobs across Texas.

  • Bachelor's degree in life sciences, nursing, or a related clinical field required
  • Experience with Good Clinical Practice guidelines and ICH E6 standards preferred
  • Familiarity with electronic data capture systems such as Medidata Rave or Oracle Clinical
  • Ability to conduct site initiation, monitoring, and closeout visits independently
  • Strong working knowledge of FDA regulations governing clinical trial conduct
  • Proficiency reviewing informed consent documents and source data verification

Clinical Trial Associate Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a clinical trial associate in Texas?

Most clinical trial associate roles in Texas require a bachelor's degree in a life science, nursing, or health-related field, followed by practical exposure to clinical research through an internship, clinical coordinator role, or research assistant position at a Texas hospital or academic medical center. While Texas does not issue a state-specific license for clinical trial associates, many employers prefer candidates who hold or are working toward the Association of Clinical Research Professionals certification, which signals GCP competency and professional commitment.

Which companies hire clinical trial associates in Texas?

Companies currently hiring clinical trial associates in Texas include Medpace, UTHealth Houston, and Innovo Research, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Texas's concentration of large academic medical systems and contract research organizations means hiring activity remains steady across Houston's Texas Medical Center corridor and the Dallas-Fort Worth research hub throughout the year.

Which Texas cities have the most clinical trial associate jobs?

Houston, Irving, and Texas have the most clinical trial associate openings in Texas. Houston leads because of the Texas Medical Center, one of the largest medical complexes in the world, while Dallas-Fort Worth draws openings through its concentration of regional CRO offices and pharmaceutical company operations, and San Antonio benefits from its military medical research infrastructure and UT Health presence.

Are there remote clinical trial associate jobs in Texas?

Yes, but they're limited. About 25% of clinical trial associate openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting the fact that many CRA duties involve in-person site visits that cannot be conducted remotely. The parts of the role most amenable to remote work are regulatory document review, query management, and protocol training, which some employers offer on a hybrid schedule between monitoring trips.

How can I get hired as a clinical trial 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 or large hospital, where you gain direct trial experience before moving into a CRA position. Institutions like UT Southwestern, Houston Methodist, and Texas Children's Hospital run research departments that regularly bring on entry-level coordinators without prior CRA experience. Completing a GCP certification course and gaining exposure to IRB submissions or source document handling through a coordinator or data entry role strengthens your candidacy considerably.

Where can I find and apply to clinical trial associate jobs in Texas?

You can find and apply to clinical trial associate jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings across Houston, Dallas, San Antonio, and beyond. Search the listings for roles that match your experience level and specialty area, then apply directly to the ones that fit.

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