Entry Level Clinical Research Associate Jobs in Spring, TX

Clinical Trial Technician

The Clinical Trial Technician supports clinical research activities within the Leukemia department by performing specimen collection, processing, and laboratory support functions critical to leukemia-focused clinical trials and translational research. The Leukemia department is dedicated to advancing the understanding and treatment of leukemia through innovative research studies that require strict protocol adherence, precise specimen handling, and close collaboration with clinical and research teams.

The Clinical Trial Technician plays a key role in ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and reliability of research data that supports patient care and scientific discovery. MD Anderson Cancer Center is a leading institution focused on cancer care, research, education, and prevention. Within this environment, the Clinical Trial Technician contributes directly to MD Anderson Cancer Center's mission by supporting high-quality clinical research operations, maintaining regulatory compliance, and enabling discoveries that improve outcomes for patients with leukemia. The Clinical Trial Technician works closely with multidisciplinary teams to ensure research activities meet institutional, federal, and sponsor standards.

The ideal candidate for the Clinical Trial Technician role will have education and hands-on experience in biological specimen collection and laboratory operations within a clinical or research setting, along with familiarity with clinical research protocols and regulatory requirements. Experience with phlebotomy, specimen processing, documentation, and collaboration with research teams is preferred, as well as any applicable licenses or certifications aligned with clinical trial or laboratory work.

Minimum $21.15 – Midpoint $26.44 – Maximum $31.73 Work Location: Onsite

Why Us? The Clinical Trial Technician role offers the opportunity to support impactful leukemia research while gaining valuable experience in clinical trials, laboratory operations, and regulatory compliance at a world-renowned cancer center. This role supports professional growth through collaboration with experienced research teams, exposure to complex clinical studies, and a work environment that values accuracy, accountability, and work-life balance.

Responsibilities

• Specimen Collection and Processing
• Perform biological specimen collection, including phlebotomy, blood, urine, tissue, and electrocardiograms according to protocol guidelines
• Process and store specimens per protocol requirements, including centrifugation for plasma or serum extraction
• Label specimens accurately and complete required documentation and data entry
• Maintain specimen integrity by adhering to temperature, handling, and storage requirements
• Assist in troubleshooting specimen-related issues and protocol deviations

• Regulatory Compliance and Quality Assurance
• Follow institutional, federal, and sponsor-specific regulatory guidelines for clinical research
• Adhere to standard operating procedures and study protocols
• Maintain accurate and complete records to support audits and inspections
• Participate in quality control activities to ensure protocol compliance
• Report deviations, adverse events, and safety concerns to appropriate personnel

• Laboratory Operations and Collaboration
• Assist with laboratory equipment maintenance, calibration, and troubleshooting
• Maintain inventory of research kits and laboratory supplies to support study needs
• Communicate effectively with clinical research teams, nurses, and investigators
• Support process improvement initiatives to enhance laboratory efficiency
• Participate in team meetings and training sessions to stay current on best practices

Other Duties

• EDUCATION
• Required: Associate's Degree Public Health, Healthcare Administration or related scientific field
• Preferred: Bachelor's Degree Public Health, Healthcare Administration or related scientific field

• WORK EXPERIENCE
• Required: Two years experience in clinical or research laboratory setting or with preferred degree, no experience
• Preferred: Two years experience in phlebotomy and laboratory processing
• May substitute required education degree with additional years of related experience on a one to one basis

• LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
• Preferred: ASCP - American Society of Clinical Pathologist Certification by American Society of Clinical Pathologist Board of Registry (BOR) or American Certification Agency (ACA) to include Phlebotomy (PBT), Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT), Medical Laboratory Assistant (MLA), CCRC - Certified Clinical Research Coordinator, CCRP - Certified Clinical Research Professional, and CCRA - Cert Clin Research Assoc

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, paid time off, retirement, tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition. This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment. It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state, or local laws unless such distinction is required by law.