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Remote Pharma Clinical Research Jobs in Riverside, CA

Tarsus Pharmaceuticals

Director, Toxicology

Irvine, CA · On-site +1

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Subject Matter Expert in toxicology, safety pharmacology and nonclinical safety assessment across ... DABT or ERT certification preferred. * 12+ years in pharma or biopharma toxicology/pathology ...

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How much do remote pharma clinical research jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average yearly pay for remote pharma clinical research in Riverside, CA is $111,980.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $84,500.00 and $127,800.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is remote pharma clinical research?

Remote pharma clinical research refers to conducting clinical trials or studies for pharmaceutical companies without being physically present at a central site. This approach utilizes digital tools, telemedicine, and electronic data capture to manage patient recruitment, monitoring, and data collection from various locations. It allows clinical research professionals to work from home or remotely, increasing flexibility and often improving patient participation. Remote research is becoming more common due to advancements in technology and the need for more efficient, patient-centric trials.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a remote pharma clinical research professional?

To thrive in Remote Pharma Clinical Research, you need expertise in clinical trial protocols, regulatory compliance, and data management, usually supported by a degree in life sciences or a related field. Familiarity with electronic data capture (EDC) systems, Good Clinical Practice (GCP) certification, and clinical trial management software is typically required. Strong attention to detail, effective communication, and self-motivation are crucial soft skills for collaborating with cross-functional teams and ensuring protocol adherence remotely. These skills and qualifications are vital to maintain data integrity, regulatory compliance, and successful trial outcomes in a remote setting.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals working in remote pharma clinical research roles?

Professionals in remote pharma clinical research often encounter challenges related to communication and collaboration, as team members and study sites may be spread across different time zones and regions. Maintaining data integrity and adhering to regulatory requirements can also be more complex when coordinating studies remotely. However, many organizations use advanced digital tools and regular virtual meetings to facilitate teamwork, ensure compliance, and keep projects on track. Adapting quickly to changing protocols and maintaining clear documentation are key skills for success in this role.

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Infographic showing various Remote Pharma Clinical Research job openings in Riverside, CA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 6% Part Time, 3% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 3% Hybrid, and 97% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $111,980 per year, or $53.8 per hour.

Formulary Consulting Group Lead - Remote

UnitedHealth Group

Irvine, CA • On-site, Remote

$112K - $193K/yr

Full-time

Retirement

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Job description

Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health equity on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
This role requires a clinical aptitude to support clients in the growing Formulary Management Services (FMS) business segment, including identification and quantification of opportunities to maximize pharmaceutical rebate revenues and evaluation of these opportunities via financial therapeutic class models using client-specific actual claims data.
Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
You'll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely * from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.
Primary Responsibilities:
  • Deliver value to clients through consultations and presentations that focus on formulary strategies to help clients achieve clinical and financial goals
  • Apply clinical and business knowledge to execute financial models to identify formulary strategies yielding payor cost-savings, which will require you to:
    • Evaluate client formularies and UM criteria
    • Read and understand client contracts and pharma contracts
    • Access and use pricing databases, formulary databases, billing databases, claims databases
    • Run, develop, and analyze client utilization and spending reports
  • Develop & present client-facing materials that are clear, concise, and effective; must be able to simplify complex subjects without compromising content
  • Work cross-functionally to understand end-to-end operations, and manage deliverables, expectations and timelines with internal and external partners
  • Contribute to team business objectives
  • Use soft skills to build and foster relationships with internal and external partners
  • Serve as a subject matter expert on assigned therapeutic class strategies
  • Actively pursue continuous quality and process improvement in self and work tasks
  • Up to 10% travel may be required

You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
Required Qualifications:
  • 2+ years of experience in three or more of the following:
  • Client management or client-facing role
  • Formulary operations, strategy, development
  • Clinical operations (P&T, UMs, pipeline)
  • Pharmacy plan design or new client implementation
  • Pharma manufacturer discounts contracting, billing, or modeling
  • Health plan/PBM financial modeling experience

Preferred Qualifications:
  • 5+ years of experience in a client-facing role
  • 3+ years of clinical experience (e.g Pharmacist, Nurse, physician)
  • Possesses excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to deal comfortably with ambiguity, uncertainty and risk, and can make high-quality decisions with less than perfect information
  • Ability to change course quickly in a fast-paced environment
  • Ability to demonstrate resourcefulness, and have the ability to innovate and problem-solve with initiative and ingenuity

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The salary for this role will range from $112,700 - $193,200 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.
Application Deadline: This will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.
At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.
UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.
UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

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