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Clinical Operations Associate

Role overview

Qualifications

  • Previous experience working at a clinical research site
  • Strong communication skills in English
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

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

Key facts

Hard skills

Other skills

  • Microsoft Office
  • Organizational Skills
  • Communication
  • Detail Oriented
  • Time Management

About the company

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Parexel

Contract Research Organizations (CRO)

Parexel is among the world’s largest clinical research organizations (CROs), providing the full range of Phase I to IV clinical development services to help life-saving treatments reach patients faster. Leveraging the breadth of our clinical, regulatory and therapeutic expertise, our team of more than 21,000 global professionals collaborates with biopharmaceutical leaders, emerging innovators and sites to design and deliver clinical trials with patients in mind, increasing access and participation to make clinical research a care option for anyone, anywhere. Our depth of industry knowledge and strong track record gained over the past 40 years is moving the industry forward and advancing clinical research in healthcare’s most complex areas, while our innovation ecosystem offers the best solutions to make every phase of the clinical trial process more efficient. With the people, insight and focus on operational excellence, we work With HeartTM every day to treat patients with dignity and continuously learn from their experiences, so every trial makes a difference. For more information, visit parexel.com. Community Guidelines Because Parexel’s social media channels are open to the general public and employees, we are not responsible for views expressed other than our own. However, we do not tolerate posts that are: • Abusive, harassing or threatening to others. • Defamatory, offensive, obscene, vulgar or depicting violence. • Hateful targeting by race/ethnicity, age, color, creed, religion, gender, sexual preference or orientation, nationality or political beliefs. • Sexually explicit or pornographic. • Fraudulent, deceptive, libelous, misleading or unlawful. • Referencing criminal or illegal activity. • Spamming. We reserve the right to remove any comments that do not adhere to our guidelines as well as report users who violate the rules of our page.

Company details

Company typeXLarge
IndustryContract Research Organizations (CRO)
Company size10001

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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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