Clinical Research Associate I
The University of Texas at Austin
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Job summary
The University of Texas at Austin's Dell Medical School seeks a Clinical Research Associate I to provide foundational support for clinical trials. The role involves assisting with site monitoring visits (remote and on-site), data quality checks, document collection, and study coordination under supervision.
As an entry-level position funded through a grant, it reports to a Clinical Project Manager or Senior CRA and collaborates with CRCs, regulatory staff, and data management teams.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in life sciences, nursing, public health or a related field.
- Demonstrated ability to follow SOPs, maintain accuracy, and learn quickly.
- GCP training (ICH E6) and institutional human subjects training upon hire may be preferred.
Responsibilities
- Assists senior CRAs with preparation for qualification, initiation, monitoring, and close‑out visits.
- Participates in remote/in‑person visits in a shadowing or support capacity.
- Conducts supervised source data review (SDR) and basic SDV, prioritizing accuracy.
- Drafts or updates visit documentation for senior review.
- Updates CTMS, EDC task lists, issue logs, and monitoring visit calendars.
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General Notes Dell Medical School is seeking a Clinical Research Associate I
Clinical Research Associate I
Department of Psychiatry
All Applicants
40
Exempt from FLSA
Oct 26, 2026
Expected to Continue Until Aug 31, 2027
UT MAIN CAMPUS
General Notes Dell Medical School is seeking a Clinical Research Associate I
The Clinical Research Associate I (CRA I) provides foundational operational support for clinical trials by assisting with routine monitoring activities, data accuracy checks, document preparation, and visit scheduling under close supervision. This entry-level role helps ensure protocol adherence, participant safety verification, and data integrity by supporting site monitoring visits (remote and on-site) performed by senior CRAs or project leadership. Tasks include preparing visit materials, performing supervised chart reviews, assisting with source data verification, updating trackers, and supporting essential document collection. The CRA I typically reports to a Clinical Project Manager or Senior CRA and works closely with Clinical Research Coordinators, regulatory staff, data management teams, investigational pharmacy, and study leadership.
This is a grant funded position with an end date of 8/31/2027, renewable based upon availability of funding, work performance, and progress toward research goals.
- Assists senior CRAs with preparation for qualification, initiation, monitoring, and close‑out visits.
- Participates in remote/in‑person visits in a shadowing or support capacity.
- Conducts supervised source data review (SDR) and basic source data verification (SDV), prioritizing accuracy.
- Drafts or updates visit documentation (e.g., follow-up notes) for senior review.
- Conducts chart reviews and basic checks for completeness, accuracy, and consistency under supervision.
- Tracks and helps resolve queries with site staff per guidance from senior CRAs or data management.
- Reviews essential data listings to identify missing data or discrepancies for escalation.
- Assists in collecting, uploading, organizing, and tracking essential regulatory documents.
- Conducts supervised ISF/TMF quality checks for version control and completeness.
- Prepares document packets for monitoring visits and audits for senior review.
- Performs preliminary checks of consent documentation for version alignment under oversight
- Reviews AE/SAE listings and documents for completeness and flags issues to senior CRAs.
- Confirms eligibility criteria alignment during chart review, escalating uncertainties
- Assists with feasibility and site assessment documentation.
- Prepares training materials and trackers for protocol, GCP, and site-level instructions.
- Schedules meetings and maintains study training logs.
- Updates CTMS, EDC task lists, issue logs, and monitoring visit calendars.
- Prepares routine status updates for senior CRAs or PMs.
- Communicates site needs, questions, and status updates in a timely manner.
- Prepares IP accountability forms and checklists for monitoring visits.
- Assists senior CRAs in reviewing pharmacy logs and storage records.
- Assists with document retrieval and basic pre‑audit file checks.
- Participates in CAPA action tracking managed by senior team members.
- Assists with centralized data review activities for risk‑based monitoring.
- Participates in co‑monitoring visits and retraining activities as assigned.
- Provides support for SOP updates, toolkit revisions, or CAPA documentation as directed.
- Coordinates with vendors (IVRS/IWRS, central labs, eCOA) on minor document or data requests.
- Adheres to internal controls and reporting structure.
- Performs related duties as required.
- Produces accurate work; catches errors early; maintains documentation precision.
- Detects data/document inconsistencies during supervised SDR/SDV.
- Ensures version control when preparing essential documents.
- Carefully follows checklists and monitoring task guides.
- Learns quickly; open to feedback; applies new knowledge rapidly.
- Incorporates GCP and SOP feedback into work product.
- Adapts to evolving monitoring tools (EDC, CTMS).
- Asks clarifying questions early to avoid quality issues.
- Plans tasks effectively; structures work; anticipates workload steps.
- Prepares monitoring visit files ahead of deadlines.
- Maintains up‑to‑date trackers for action items and study progress.
- Prioritizes high‑risk data checks when instructed.
- Uses structured approaches to understand and escalatem issues.
- Identifies root causes behind repeated documentation errors.
- Distinguishes urgent vs. non‑urgent data issues.
- Brings potential risks to senior staff promptly.
- Strictly adheres to processes; avoids unauthorized deviations.
- Follows monitoring plans and SOPs exactly as written.
- Documents tasks only within approved systems.
- Escalates uncertainty instead of making independent decisions.
- Works effectively with site teams, CRAs, and study staff.
- Communicates respectfully with CRCs and PI staff.
- Receives feedback professionally.
- Adapts communication style to various stakeholders.
- Produces clear, concise documentation aligned with GCP expectations.
- Drafts clear visit notes and status updates.
- Writes concise query explanations.
- Ensures accuracy before submitting documentation for review.
Requires a Bachelor's Degree in life sciences, nursing, public health or a related field.
- Basic understanding of GCP/Human Subjects Protection
- Demonstrated ability to follow SOPs, maintain accuracy, and learn quickly.
- Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
According to Executive Order No. GA-48 of the State of Texas: for all positions that research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 117.001(2), Business and Commerce Code, it is required that both candidates for employment and employees have the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure.
Bachelor's Degree in life sciences, nursing, public health or a related field with at least 1 year of experience in clinical research support (CTA, CRC assistant, research intern).
- Experience with EDC/CTMS systems
- Familiarity with risk‑based monitoring concepts.
- None
- GCP training (ICH E6) and institutional human subjects training upon hire.
- IATA certification if handling/shipping specimens (applies only if assigned).
- ACRP (CCRA, ACRP‑CP) or SOCRA CCRP® certification (not required at hire).
$40,623+ depending on qualifications
- Standard office equipment
- Repetitive use of a keyboard
Resume/CV
3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
Letter of interest
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.
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.
A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.
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.
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.
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.
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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.
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