Clinical Trial Manager Jobs in Texas

Clinical Trial Manager jobs in Texas are in strong demand, concentrated in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and academic medical center sectors, with openings at every level from entry-level clinical research coordinator stepping up to full trial management through senior director roles. The most active hiring is in Houston, Dallas, and San Antonio, where organizations like MD Anderson Cancer Center, Baylor Scott and White Health, and PPD (now part of Thermo Fisher Scientific) maintain substantial clinical operations. The most sought-after specialties in Texas are oncology, cardiovascular, and rare disease trials, reflecting the research priorities of the state's dominant health systems and CROs. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles41+
Top employerMedpace
Top cityIrving, TX
Cities hiring7
Work type100% On-site
Top industryBiotechnology

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Heartflow
Clinical Trial Manager
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Clinical Trial Manager
Heartflow
Austin, Texas
Clinical Trials & Medical Research
Healthcare Administration
Project & Program Management
Clinical Trials
Project Management
$95k - $125k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's

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Medpace
Associate Clinical Trial Manager
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Associate Clinical Trial Manager
Medpace
Irving, Texas
Clinical Trials & Medical Research
Project & Program Management
Healthcare Administration
Clinical Trials
Project Management
On-Site
Doctorate
5,001-10,000

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Medpace
Associate Clinical Trial Manager
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Medpace
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Associate Clinical Trial Manager
Medpace
Irving, Texas
Project & Program Management
Clinical Trials & Medical Research
Healthcare Administration
Project Management
Clinical Trials
On-Site
Doctorate
5,001-10,000

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Medpace
Associate Clinical Trial Manager
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Medpace
Added 2w ago
Associate Clinical Trial Manager
Medpace
Irving, Texas
Clinical Trials & Medical Research
Project & Program Management
Healthcare Administration
Clinical Trials
Project Management
On-Site
Doctorate
5,001-10,000

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Medpace
Associate Clinical Trial Manager
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Medpace
Added 2w ago
Associate Clinical Trial Manager
Medpace
Irving, Texas
Clinical Trials & Medical Research
Project & Program Management
Healthcare Administration
Clinical Trials
Project Management
On-Site
Doctorate
5,001-10,000

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Clinical Trial Manager Jobs by City in Texas

Where Texas roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Irving
31 jobs
Houston
4 jobs
San Antonio
2 jobs
Austin
1 jobs
Dallas
1 jobs
Richardson
1 jobs
Temple
1 jobs

Clinical Trial Manager Job Market in Texas

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

Who's Hiring

  • Medpace
    Medpace31
  • Baylor Scott & White Health
    Baylor Scott & White Health2
  • Precision Medicine
    Precision Medicine2
  • Heartflow
    Heartflow1
  • MD Anderson Cancer Center
    MD Anderson Cancer Center1

Top Industries Hiring

  • Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals19
  • Healthcare & Medical Services18
  • Science & Research13
  • Education2
  • Medical Devices2

What Texas Employers Look For

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

  • Bachelor's degree in life sciences, nursing, or a related clinical field required
  • Minimum two to five years of clinical research experience including site management
  • Certified Clinical Research Professional (CCRP) or CCRA credential preferred by most Texas employers
  • Demonstrated knowledge of ICH-GCP guidelines and FDA clinical trial regulations
  • Experience managing investigational sites across multiple therapeutic areas simultaneously
  • Proficiency with electronic data capture systems such as Medidata Rave or Oracle Clinical

Clinical Trial Manager Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a clinical trial manager in Texas?

Most clinical trial managers in Texas begin in a coordinator or research associate role and work their way up through hands-on site management experience. Texas does not require a state-issued license to manage clinical trials, but employers strongly prefer candidates who hold a nationally recognized credential such as the Certified Clinical Research Professional through the Society of Clinical Research Associates or the Certified Clinical Research Associate from the Association of Clinical Research Professionals. A bachelor's degree in a life science or nursing field, combined with documented GCP training, is the standard entry requirement at major Texas health systems and contract research organizations.

Which companies hire clinical trial managers in Texas?

Employers hiring clinical trial managers in Texas right now include Medpace, Baylor Scott & White Health, and Precision Medicine, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Texas's concentration of major academic medical centers, large CROs, and pharmaceutical company regional offices makes it one of the more active states for this role year-round.

Which Texas cities have the most clinical trial manager jobs?

Irving, Houston, and San Antonio consistently have the most clinical trial manager openings in Texas. Houston leads because of its dense cluster of cancer centers, medical research institutions, and CRO offices anchored by the Texas Medical Center, while Dallas and San Antonio generate steady demand through large integrated health systems and a growing life sciences corridor that attracts pharmaceutical and biotech sponsors.

Are there remote clinical trial manager jobs in Texas?

Yes, and more than many clinical roles, because trial management involves significant coordination, documentation, and vendor oversight work that can be done off-site. About 0% of clinical trial manager openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting how sponsors and CROs have restructured oversight after the shift to decentralized trial models. The parts of the role most likely to remain remote are protocol management, vendor communication, and data review, while site initiation visits and audits typically still require in-person travel.

How can I get hired as a clinical trial manager in Texas with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is a clinical research coordinator position at a Texas academic medical center or large health system, where you gain direct site management experience under a senior manager. Institutions like UT Southwestern Medical Center, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, and Baylor Scott and White Health regularly bring on coordinators and research assistants without prior trial management titles. Completing a GCP certification course and obtaining the CCRP credential early strengthens an application considerably. Roles in clinical data management, regulatory affairs, or nursing also serve as strong lateral moves into the trial management track at Texas-based CROs.

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

You can find and apply to clinical trial manager jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings across health systems, CROs, and pharmaceutical employers. Find roles that fit your experience and apply directly to the ones that match.

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