Clinical Operations Associate

Parexel; United States; Remote; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Parexel, a global leader in clinical research, invites applications for a Clinical Operations Assistant. This fully remote home-based role supports clinical study teams and ensures regulatory and operational excellence across Latin America.

You will work with CRAs and project teams, manage site payments and trial supplies, maintain TMF, and handle essential study documents. Fluency in English is required, and a healthcare or life sciences degree is expected.

Qualifications

• Experience at a clinical research site (Site Coordinator, Research Coordinator, or similar).
• Strong communication skills in English.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• A university degree in a healthcare, life sciences, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Support clinical study teams with administrative and operational tasks.
• Manage site payments and clinical trial supplies.
• Maintain and organize essential study documentation within electronic systems.
• Perform Trial Master File (TMF) related activities to support inspection readiness.
• Track, collect, scan, file, and process study documents and Case Report Forms (CRFs).
• Provide limited site-facing support in partnership with Clinical Research Associates.

Skills

Clinical site experience

English fluency

MS Office

Multitasking

Organizational skills

Education

Healthcare or life sciences degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

When our values align, there’s no limit to what we can achieve.
At Parexel, we all share the same goal - to improve the world’s health. From clinical trials to regulatory, consulting, and market access, every clinical development solution we provide is underpinned by something special - a deep conviction in what we do.

Each of us, no matter what we do at Parexel, contributes to the development of a therapy that ultimately will benefit a patient. We take our work personally, we do it with empathy and we’re committed to making a difference.

Are you ready to take the next step in your clinical research career? Join Parexel, a global leader in clinical research, and play a meaningful role in advancing healthcare while helping bring innovative therapies to patients worldwide. At Parexel, patients are at the center of everything we do.

Please note: Fluency in English is required for this opportunity.

We are currently seeking Clinical Operations Assistants (COAs) to join our growing team in Latin America. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals with clinical research site experience who are looking to expand their expertise within a leading global CRO.

As a Clinical Operations Assistant, you will work closely with Clinical Research Associates (CRAs) and project teams, providing critical operational and administrative support throughout the clinical trial lifecycle. Your contributions will help ensure the efficiency, quality, and compliance of clinical studies while offering exposure to a variety of clinical operations activities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support clinical study teams with administrative and operational tasks.
• Manage site payments and clinical trial supplies.
• Maintain and organize essential study documentation within electronic systems.
• Perform Trial Master File (TMF) related activities to support inspection readiness.
• Track, collect, scan, file, and process study documents and Case Report Forms (CRFs).
• Provide limited site-facing support in partnership with Clinical Research Associates.

What We’re Looking For?

You may be a great fit if you have:

• Previous experience working at a clinical research site (Site Coordinator, Research Coordinator, or similar roles).
• Strong communication skills in English.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• The ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• A university degree in a healthcare, life sciences, or related field.

Location:

This is a fully remote, home-based position open to candidates located in:

• Brazil
• Mexico
• Colombia

Why Parexel?

• Contribute to clinical research projects that have a direct impact on patient lives.
• Join a collaborative, diverse, and supportive global team.
• Enjoy continuous learning and career development opportunities.
• Gain exposure to a wide range of clinical operations activities and career paths.
• Benefit from flexible working arrangements and a healthy work-life balance.

At Parexel, we believe in empowering our employees to grow, innovate, and make a difference. If you’re passionate about clinical research and eager to build your career with a company that values development, collaboration, and flexibility, we’d love to hear from you.

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