Research Coordinator Jobs in Texas

Research Coordinator jobs in Texas are concentrated in clinical trials, academic research, and public health, with demand at every level from entry-level coordinators to senior clinical research associates. Houston, Dallas, and San Antonio anchor most of the hiring, where major health systems and research institutions like UT MD Anderson Cancer Center, Baylor College of Medicine, and UT Health San Antonio maintain ongoing coordinator pipelines. Clinical trial coordination and community health research are among the most in-demand specialties across the state. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles114+
Top employerHouston Methodist
Top cityHouston, TX
Cities hiring30
Work type86% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Innovo Research
Senior Clinical Research Coordinator
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Innovo Research
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Senior Clinical Research Coordinator
Innovo Research
Austin, Texas
Biotech & Life Sciences
Clinical Support
Laboratory Science
$59k.2 - $82k.65/yr
Bachelor of Science

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MD Anderson Cancer Center
Coordinator, Research Data - GI Medical Oncology
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MD Anderson Cancer Center
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Coordinator, Research Data - GI Medical Oncology
MD Anderson Cancer Center
Houston, Texas
Corporate Training
Corporate Training & Learning Development
Teaching & Instruction
$21 - $31/hr
Hybrid
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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Pinnacle Clinical Research
Clinical Research Coordinator
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Clinical Research Coordinator
Pinnacle Clinical Research
San Antonio, Texas
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Program Management
Project Management
BLS Certification
201-500

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UTHealth Houston
Casual Research Coordinator I (Cizik School of Nursing)
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UTHealth Houston
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Casual Research Coordinator I (Cizik School of Nursing)
UTHealth Houston
Houston, Texas
Corporate Training
Corporate Training & Learning Development
Teaching & Instruction
Bachelor's degree
5,001-10,000

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UT Southwestern Medical Center
Lead Clinical Research Coordinator, Computational Psychiatry
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UT Southwestern Medical Center
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Lead Clinical Research Coordinator, Computational Psychiatry
UT Southwestern Medical Center
Dallas, Texas
Business Operations
Human Resources
Project Management
On-Site
CPR Certification
10,000+

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Research Coordinator Jobs by City in Texas

Where Texas roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Austin
11 jobs
San Antonio
11 jobs
Irving
4 jobs
Galveston
4 jobs
Tyler
2 jobs
Denton
2 jobs
Baytown
2 jobs

Research Coordinator Job Market in Texas

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

Who's Hiring

Houston Methodist
Houston Methodist9 open roles
UT Southwestern Medical Center
UT Southwestern Medical Center8 open roles
Iterative Health
Iterative Health7 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services
  • Education
  • Science & Research
  • Medical Devices
  • Agriculture & Farming

What Texas Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in research coordinator jobs across Texas.

  • Bachelor's degree in a life science, public health, or related field required
  • Experience with IRB submissions and human subjects research protocols preferred
  • Familiarity with Good Clinical Practice guidelines and FDA regulatory standards
  • Proficiency in clinical data management systems such as REDCap or Epic
  • Strong written communication skills for protocol documentation and reporting
  • Ability to coordinate across multidisciplinary teams and meet enrollment timelines

Research Coordinator Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a research coordinator in Texas?

Most research coordinator roles in Texas require at minimum a bachelor's degree in a life science, public health, nursing, or related field. Texas does not issue a state-specific research coordinator license, but employers strongly favor candidates who hold the Certified Clinical Research Coordinator credential through the Association of Clinical Research Professionals or the Society of Clinical Research Associates. Many coordinators enter through clinical or academic research assistant roles at Texas health systems or universities before advancing to independent coordinator responsibilities.

Which companies hire research coordinators in Texas?

Employers hiring research coordinators in Texas right now include Houston Methodist, UT Southwestern Medical Center, and Iterative Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Texas's concentration of academic medical centers, large integrated health systems, and pharmaceutical contract research organizations keeps coordinator demand consistent year-round.

Which Texas cities have the most research coordinator jobs?

Houston, Dallas, and Austin have the most research coordinator openings in Texas. Houston leads because of its dense cluster of medical institutions anchored by the Texas Medical Center, while Dallas draws hiring through its major health systems and biotech presence, and San Antonio benefits from large military-affiliated research programs at institutions such as UT Health San Antonio.

Are there remote research coordinator jobs in Texas?

Yes, but they're less common than in purely desk-based fields because research coordination often involves on-site participant contact, specimen handling, and direct oversight of clinical procedures. About 14% of research coordinator openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those roles tend to focus on data management, regulatory submissions, and sponsor communication rather than participant-facing work.

How can I get hired as a research coordinator in Texas with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying for research assistant or clinical research associate positions at Texas academic medical centers and universities, which routinely hire candidates with relevant coursework but limited direct experience. Institutions such as UT MD Anderson, UT Southwestern, and Texas A&M Health hire coordinators-in-training through structured onboarding programs. Lateral moves from roles like medical assistant, clinical data entry specialist, or study recruiter are common. Completing a Good Clinical Practice certification before applying gives candidates a clear edge in a competitive applicant pool.

Where can I find and apply to research coordinator jobs in Texas?

You can find and apply to research coordinator jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the available roles, find the ones that fit your experience and target location, and apply directly to each position that matches what you're looking for.

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