Remote Clinical Research Associate Jobs
Remote clinical research associate jobs are in active demand across the U.S., with remote-first firms and distributed clinical operations teams hiring for site monitoring, data oversight, and trial management work. Employers hiring remotely right now include Emory University, Parexel, and ICON. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Internal job title: Sr CRA
Job Description Summary
This is a field-based and remote opportunity in an assigned geography. Novartis is unable to offer relocation support for this role. Please only apply if this location is accessible for you. Candidates must be located near an airport (Houston, Dallas, Oklahoma, New Mexico, Arkansas, Kansas, Missouri, Iowa, Nebraska are highly desirable locations).
Drive clinical trials forward where it matters most - at the site level and with patients at the center. As a Senior CRA at Novartis, you will manage trusted site relationships and perform on-site and remote monitoring activities to support the initiation, conduct, and timely completion of Phase I – IV trials in compliance with International Council for Harmonization / Good Clinical Practices (ICH/GCP), local regulations, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and monitoring procedures. Serving as a key point of contact for investigational sites, you will proactively manage site performance, recruitment, quality, risks, and issue resolution to ensure sustainable trial execution and high-quality data delivery. Assigned to complex trials and/or less experienced sites, you may also act as a Subject Matter Expert, support audit and inspection readiness activities, ensure timely implementation of corrective actions, and collaborate with local and global cross-functional teams to drive process improvements that help bring innovative therapies to patients faster.
The successful candidate will be required to travel by plane or car up to 80% of the time.
This position can be based remotely anywhere in the U.S. (there may be some restrictions based on legal entity). Please note that this role would not provide relocation as a result. The expectation of working hours and travel (domestic and/or international) will be defined by the hiring manager.
About the Role
Key responsibilities:
- Primary site manager and first point of contact between site staff and Novartis
- Frontline liaison supporting collaboration, milestones, and deliverables
- Monitor according to legislation, ICH/GCP, and Novartis standards
- Manage assigned sites/networks conducting Phase I–IV protocols according to monitoring plans and Novartis procedures
- Conduct site initiation visits and deliver ongoing training for site personnel
- Continuous on-site/remote monitoring; protocol, GCP, regulatory and process compliance; data integrity and patient safety
- Facilitate preparation and collection of site- and country-level documents
- Identify risks, resolve issues, and escalate concerns as needed
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive efficient study execution
- Deliver timely, high-quality, robust, reliable site data supporting Trial Monitoring goals
- Partner with SSU CRA for seamless transition of site responsibility
- Act as a subject matter expert across study activities when required
Essential Requirements:
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience in site monitoring
- BS/BA degree, Scientific, Healthcare or related field
- Excellent knowledge of the drug development process specifically clinical trial/research
- Knowledge of international standards (GCP/ICH, FDA, EMEA)
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and manage time efficiently
- Excellent Site management capabilities with demonstrated negotiating and problem-solving skills
- Strong communicator and presentation skills (oral and written)
- Fluent in both written and spoken English
Desirable Requirements:
- RLT, CAR T or Oncology experience a plus!
The salary for this position is expected to range between $108,500 and $201,500 per year. The final salary offered is determined based on factors like, but not limited to, relevant skills and experience, and upon joining Novartis will be reviewed periodically. Novartis may change the published salary range based on company and market factors.
Your compensation will include a performance-based cash incentive and, depending on the level of the role, eligibility to be considered for annual equity awards. US-based eligible employees will receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, life and disability benefits, a 401(k) with company contribution and match, and a variety of other benefits. In addition, employees are eligible for a generous time off package including vacation, personal days, holidays and other leaves.
To learn more about the culture, rewards and benefits we offer our people click here .
Driving and air travel are an Essential Function of this Role: Meaning it is fundamental to the purpose of this job and cannot be eliminated. Because driving is an essential function of the role, you must have a fully valid and unrestricted driver’s license to be qualified for this role. The company provides reasonable accommodations for otherwise qualified individuals with medical restrictions if an accommodation can be provided without eliminating the essential function of driving.
COVID-19 Vaccine Policy (customer-facing roles only): While Novartis does not require vaccination for COVID-19 or proof of a recent negative test result for COVID-19 at this time, employees working in customer-facing roles must adhere to and comply with customers’ (such as hospitals, physician offices, etc.) credentialing guidelines, which may require vaccination. As required by applicable law, Novartis will consider requests for reasonable accommodation for those unable to be vaccinated. This requirement is subject to applicable state and local laws and may not be applicable to employees working in certain jurisdictions. Please send accommodation requests to Eh.occupationalhealth@novartis.com.
Why Novartis: Helping people with disease and their families takes more than innovative science. It takes a community of smart, passionate people like you. Collaborating, supporting and inspiring each other. Combining to achieve breakthroughs that change patients’ lives. Ready to create a brighter future together? https://www.novartis.com/about/strategy/people-and-culture
Benefits and Rewards: Learn about all the ways we’ll help you thrive personally and professionally.
Read our handbook (PDF 30 MB)
EEO Statement:
The Novartis Group of Companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.
Accessibility & Reasonable Accommodations
The Novartis Group of Companies are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an e-mail to us.reasonableaccommodations@novartis.com or call +1(877)395-2339 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please include the job requisition number in your message.
Summary
Internal job title: Sr CRA
Job Description Summary
This is a field-based and remote opportunity in an assigned geography. Novartis is unable to offer relocation support for this role. Please only apply if this location is accessible for you. Candidates must be located near an airport (Houston, Dallas, Oklahoma, New Mexico, Arkansas, Kansas, Missouri, Iowa, Nebraska are highly desirable locations).
Drive clinical trials forward where it matters most - at the site level and with patients at the center. As a Senior CRA at Novartis, you will manage trusted site relationships and perform on-site and remote monitoring activities to support the initiation, conduct, and timely completion of Phase I – IV trials in compliance with International Council for Harmonization / Good Clinical Practices (ICH/GCP), local regulations, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and monitoring procedures. Serving as a key point of contact for investigational sites, you will proactively manage site performance, recruitment, quality, risks, and issue resolution to ensure sustainable trial execution and high-quality data delivery. Assigned to complex trials and/or less experienced sites, you may also act as a Subject Matter Expert, support audit and inspection readiness activities, ensure timely implementation of corrective actions, and collaborate with local and global cross-functional teams to drive process improvements that help bring innovative therapies to patients faster.
The successful candidate will be required to travel by plane or car up to 80% of the time.
This position can be based remotely anywhere in the U.S. (there may be some restrictions based on legal entity). Please note that this role would not provide relocation as a result. The expectation of working hours and travel (domestic and/or international) will be defined by the hiring manager.
About the Role
Key responsibilities:
- Primary site manager and first point of contact between site staff and Novartis
- Frontline liaison supporting collaboration, milestones, and deliverables
- Monitor according to legislation, ICH/GCP, and Novartis standards
- Manage assigned sites/networks conducting Phase I–IV protocols according to monitoring plans and Novartis procedures
- Conduct site initiation visits and deliver ongoing training for site personnel
- Continuous on-site/remote monitoring; protocol, GCP, regulatory and process compliance; data integrity and patient safety
- Facilitate preparation and collection of site- and country-level documents
- Identify risks, resolve issues, and escalate concerns as needed
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive efficient study execution
- Deliver timely, high-quality, robust, reliable site data supporting Trial Monitoring goals
- Partner with SSU CRA for seamless transition of site responsibility
- Act as a subject matter expert across study activities when required
Essential Requirements:
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience in site monitoring
- BS/BA degree, Scientific, Healthcare or related field
- Excellent knowledge of the drug development process specifically clinical trial/research
- Knowledge of international standards (GCP/ICH, FDA, EMEA)
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and manage time efficiently
- Excellent Site management capabilities with demonstrated negotiating and problem-solving skills
- Strong communicator and presentation skills (oral and written)
- Fluent in both written and spoken English
Desirable Requirements:
- RLT, CAR T or Oncology experience a plus!
The salary for this position is expected to range between $108,500 and $201,500 per year. The final salary offered is determined based on factors like, but not limited to, relevant skills and experience, and upon joining Novartis will be reviewed periodically. Novartis may change the published salary range based on company and market factors.
Your compensation will include a performance-based cash incentive and, depending on the level of the role, eligibility to be considered for annual equity awards. US-based eligible employees will receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, life and disability benefits, a 401(k) with company contribution and match, and a variety of other benefits. In addition, employees are eligible for a generous time off package including vacation, personal days, holidays and other leaves.
To learn more about the culture, rewards and benefits we offer our people click here .
Driving and air travel are an Essential Function of this Role: Meaning it is fundamental to the purpose of this job and cannot be eliminated. Because driving is an essential function of the role, you must have a fully valid and unrestricted driver’s license to be qualified for this role. The company provides reasonable accommodations for otherwise qualified individuals with medical restrictions if an accommodation can be provided without eliminating the essential function of driving.
COVID-19 Vaccine Policy (customer-facing roles only): While Novartis does not require vaccination for COVID-19 or proof of a recent negative test result for COVID-19 at this time, employees working in customer-facing roles must adhere to and comply with customers’ (such as hospitals, physician offices, etc.) credentialing guidelines, which may require vaccination. As required by applicable law, Novartis will consider requests for reasonable accommodation for those unable to be vaccinated. This requirement is subject to applicable state and local laws and may not be applicable to employees working in certain jurisdictions. Please send accommodation requests to Eh.occupationalhealth@novartis.com.
Why Novartis: Helping people with disease and their families takes more than innovative science. It takes a community of smart, passionate people like you. Collaborating, supporting and inspiring each other. Combining to achieve breakthroughs that change patients’ lives. Ready to create a brighter future together? https://www.novartis.com/about/strategy/people-and-culture
Benefits and Rewards: Learn about all the ways we’ll help you thrive personally and professionally.
Read our handbook (PDF 30 MB)
EEO Statement:
The Novartis Group of Companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.
Accessibility & Reasonable Accommodations
The Novartis Group of Companies are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an e-mail to us.reasonableaccommodations@novartis.com or call +1(877)395-2339 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please include the job requisition number in your message.
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Who's Hiring
- Emory University13
- Parexel8
- ICON8
- Medpace7
- WEP Clinical7
Top Industries Hiring
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Education
- Staffing & Recruiting
- Consulting & Professional Services
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote clinical research associate jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in life sciences, nursing, or a related clinical field
- ICH E6(R2) Good Clinical Practice certification or equivalent training
- Experience conducting site initiation, interim monitoring, and close-out visits
- Proficiency with electronic data capture systems such as Medidata Rave or Oracle InForm
- Knowledge of FDA regulations, including 21 CFR Parts 11, 50, and 56
- Ability to manage multiple investigative sites concurrently across geographies
Tips for Your Remote Clinical Research Associate Job Search
Apply early to remote roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists remote clinical research associate openings from across the U.S. in one place. Search roles by therapeutic area or monitoring type and apply directly to the ones that match your protocol experience before postings fill.
Show remote monitoring capability upfront
Name the electronic data capture systems you've used, such as Medidata Rave, Veeva Vault, or Oracle Clinical One, in your resume and cover letter. Remote employers need to know you can conduct source data verification and site oversight without traveling.
Demonstrate async communication in interviews
Remote clinical operations teams rely on written updates, structured emails, and clear monitoring visit reports. During interviews, reference specific examples of how you've communicated site issues, protocol deviations, or escalations in writing with sponsors or sites.
Target decentralized and hybrid trial sponsors
Sponsors running decentralized clinical trials and contract research organizations with remote monitoring programs hire clinical research associates remotely most consistently. Focus your search on companies that describe hybrid or fully remote monitoring in their job postings.
Remote Clinical Research Associate Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote clinical research associate job?
Target companies with distributed clinical operations teams, including contract research organizations with remote monitoring programs and sponsors running decentralized trials. Remote employers screen for strong written communication, comfort with electronic data capture systems, and the ability to manage site relationships without in-person visits. Demonstrating self-direction through independent monitoring experience and proficiency with remote source data verification gives candidates a clear edge.
Which companies hire remote clinical research associates?
Employers currently hiring remote clinical research associates include Emory University, Parexel, and ICON, per current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Contract research organizations, biopharmaceutical sponsors, and medical device companies with decentralized or hybrid trial models are the most consistent sources of remote clinical research associate openings.
Can you get a remote clinical research associate job with no experience?
Yes, but remote entry-level roles are harder to land because you're expected to manage sites and solve problems independently from day one. Contract research organizations occasionally hire remote clinical research assistants or junior monitors who train remotely. Showing familiarity with Good Clinical Practice guidelines, electronic data capture platforms, and strong written communication skills can open doors when direct monitoring experience is limited.
Do you need a degree for remote clinical research associate jobs?
Usually, but the field weighs practical credentials alongside formal education. Most remote employers expect a life sciences degree or equivalent clinical background, though relevant certifications like the SOCRA CCRP or ACRP CCRC can strengthen a profile. Remote employers also put significant weight on demonstrated experience with site management, protocol adherence, and the written communication skills that remote monitoring depends on.
Which industries hire the most remote clinical research associates?
Most remote clinical research associate openings sit in Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals, Healthcare & Medical Services, and Education, per current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors rely on distributed clinical teams to manage geographically spread trial sites without requiring associates to be co-located with sponsors or sites.
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