Clinical Research Associate I

Job Posting Title :

Clinical Research Associate I

Hiring Department :

Department of Psychiatry

Position Open To : All Applicants

Weekly Scheduled Hours :

40

FLSA Status : Exempt

Earliest Start Date :

Immediately

Position Duration :

Expected to Continue Until Aug 31, 2026

Location : AUSTIN, TX

Job Details : General Notes

This is a grant funded position with an end date of 8 / 31 / 2026, renewable based upon availability of funding, work performance, and progress toward research goals.

Purpose

The Clinical Research Associate will manage and oversee day to day coordination and operations of assigned clinical research projects within the Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences department. This role involves a significant focus on recruitment, enrollment and research activities for FDA-regulated research.

Responsibilities

Participant Recruitment & Screening

Assists in reviewing medical records and conducting preliminary screenings under supervision.

Supports recruitment efforts for clinical trials, including outreach and communication with potential participants, under the guidance of senior staff.

Participant Coordination & Visit Management

Provides logistical support for participant scheduling, visit reminders, and reimbursement processes.

Coordinates with study teams to ensure protocol-required assessments are completed, with oversight from the Principal Investigator (PI) or senior research staff.

Regulatory & Compliance Support

Supports the preparation and organization of regulatory documents, including IRB submissions and amendments, under supervision.

Assists with regulatory start-up activities while learning to ensure compliance with institutional and federal guidelines.

Data Management & Quality Control

Performs data entry and assists with quality control in clinical trial databases (e.g., REDCap, Excel).

Helps maintain study binders and source documentation in accordance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and FDA regulations, under the direction of senior team members.

Specimen & Clinical Coordination

Coordinates with clinical staff to support the collection and processing of study specimens.

Assists in ensuring protocol-required procedures and assessments are completed accurately and on time.

Other duties as required.

Required Qualifications

Education : Bachelor's degree in a health-related field, biological sciences, psychology, public health, or a related discipline.

Experience : Some experience in a research or healthcare setting preferred (e.g., through internships, volunteer work, or coursework).

Technical Skills : Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook). Familiarity with data entry platforms such as REDCap or willingness to learn.

Communication Skills : Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Ability to interact professionally with participants, clinical staff, and research teams.

Organizational Skills : Detail-oriented with strong time management and organizational abilities. Ability to follow instructions and adhere to study protocols and regulatory requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

Good Clinical Practice (GCP) Certification : Demonstrates understanding of GCP guidelines.

CITI Human Subjects Research Training.

Salary Range

$40,000 + depending on qualifications

Working Conditions

May work around standard office conditions

May work around biohazards

May work around chemicals

Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation

Use of manual dexterity

Climbing of stairs

Climbing of ladders

Lifting and moving

Occasional weekend, overtime, and evening work to meet deadlines

Working with patients in a clinical setting

Required Materials

Resume / CV

3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor

Letter of interest

Important for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers : You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL Required Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.

Important for Current university employees and contingent workers : As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs. If you are a current University employee, log-in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile before you apply. This information will be pulled in to your application. The application is one page and you will be prompted to upload your resume. In addition, you must respond to the application questions presented to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) that were noted above.

Employment Eligibility :

Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion / transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.

Retirement Plan Eligibility :

The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

Background Checks :

A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

Equal Opportunity Employer :

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer ,complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

Pay Transparency :

The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.

Employment Eligibility Verification :

If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.

E-Verify :

The University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university's company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is 854197. For more information about E-Verify, please see the following :

• E-Verify Poster (English and Spanish) [PDF]
• Right to Work Poster (English) [PDF]
• Right to Work Poster (Spanish) [PDF]

Compliance :

Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031 .

The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.