Remote Clinical Research Manager Jobs
Remote Clinical Research Manager jobs are open across the U.S. in pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, contract research organizations, and medical device companies, from mid-level managers stepping into distributed teams to senior leaders overseeing multi-site trials. Employers hiring remotely right now include Emory University, Parexel, and ICON. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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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 manager jobs.
- Bachelor's or master's degree in life sciences, nursing, or a related clinical field
- Minimum of five years of clinical research experience including direct trial management
- Demonstrated knowledge of ICH-GCP guidelines and FDA regulatory requirements
- Experience managing CRAs, site coordinators, or cross-functional study teams
- Proficiency with electronic data capture systems such as Medidata Rave or Veeva Vault
- Project Management Professional or SOCRA CCRP certification preferred by many employers
Tips for Your Remote Clinical Research Manager Job Search
Apply early to remote roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists remote clinical research manager openings from across the U.S. in one place, so you can find roles that match your therapeutic area and seniority and apply directly without sorting through unrelated listings.
Document your independent trial management
Remote employers want proof you've closed protocol deviations, managed CRAs, and kept enrollment on track without daily in-person support. Build a one-page summary of trials you've managed and the outcomes you drove, and reference it in applications.
Show mastery of remote clinical tools
Fluency with electronic data capture systems, CTMS platforms, and video-based site visit workflows signals to remote hiring managers that you can operate from day one. Name the specific systems you've used in your resume and cover materials.
Prepare for async-heavy remote interviews
Distributed clinical teams often screen with written case exercises or asynchronous video responses before live interviews. Practice explaining a site performance issue or a protocol deviation decision in writing as clearly as you would in person.
Remote Clinical Research Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote clinical research manager job?
Target employers that already run distributed clinical operations, such as contract research organizations, virtual biotech startups, and large pharma companies with decentralized trial programs. Remote hiring managers screen for self-direction, clear async written communication, and hands-on experience managing CRAs or study timelines without daily in-person oversight. Candidates who can show they've closed protocol deviations or kept site enrollment on track independently tend to move faster through remote processes.
Which companies hire remote clinical research managers?
Companies hiring remote clinical research managers right now include Emory University, Parexel, and ICON, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Remote openings in this role are most common at contract research organizations, decentralized trial platforms, and mid-to-large biopharmaceutical companies that run distributed site networks.
Can you get a remote clinical research manager job with no experience?
Yes, but remote entry into this specific role is harder because remote employers expect you to manage study sites and vendors with limited hand-holding from day one. CROs and decentralized trial companies occasionally hire clinical research managers at an entry level if you can show clinical monitoring experience, a working knowledge of GCP, and documented examples of independent problem-solving on a trial. Contract or part-time remote roles at smaller biotech firms are often the most accessible starting point.
Do you need a degree for remote clinical research manager jobs?
Usually, but the degree matters less than your clinical trial experience and demonstrated ability to manage remotely. Most remote employers expect at least a bachelor's degree in a life sciences field, but candidates with strong CRA or study coordinator backgrounds, GCP certification, and a portfolio of trials they've managed end-to-end regularly advance past candidates with degrees and less hands-on experience.
Which industries hire the most remote clinical research managers?
The sectors hiring the most remote clinical research managers are Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals, Healthcare & Medical Services, and Education, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Those sectors rely on distributed site networks and decentralized trial models that make remote management a practical and common arrangement rather than an exception.
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