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.
*This is a fully on-site position in Glendale, CA*
About Parexel
Parexel is a leading global clinical development partner delivering insights-driven clinical and consulting solutions to the life sciences industry. With 22,000+ employees worldwide, we partner with biopharmaceutical companies and research sites to design and deliver patient-focused clinical trials that broaden access and make research a care option for anyone, anywhere.
We work with focus, agility, and shared purpose, moving with urgency to address patient needs and accelerate the delivery of new therapies. We embrace bold thinking, adapt quickly to change, and continually raise the bar for the speed and quality of clinical research. We are expanding our team and seeking talented individuals to help drive industry-leading innovation, With Heart®.
About the Role
We are seeking a Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC) to join our Early Phase Clinical Research team in Glendale, California in a fully on-site capacity. In this role, you will support the planning, preparation, execution, and closeout of Phase I-III clinical trials while ensuring the highest standards of patient safety, protocol compliance, and data quality.
As a Clinical Research Coordinator, you will partner with investigators, project managers, research associates, nurses, and other operational teams to ensure successful study execution. You will play a critical role in protocol implementation, risk identification and mitigation, and study oversight.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced clinical research professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and wants exposure to complex early phase research. The role offers meaningful opportunities for career growth into Clinical Research Associate (CRA), Project Management, Quality/Risk Compliance, or future leadership positions within Parexel.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the planning, preparation, execution, and closeout of Phase I-III clinical trials in collaboration with investigators, project managers, and study teams.
Review study protocols, informed consent forms, and study materials to ensure operational feasibility and compliance.
Manage multiple active studies simultaneously while maintaining quality, timelines, and patient safety standards.
Identify protocol or operational risks, develop mitigation strategies, and escalate issues proactively to stakeholders.
Coordinate study activities across investigators, research associates, nurses, enrollment teams, project managers, and laboratory personnel.
Support the development, setup, and maintenance of ClinBase systems and study-specific documentation.
Oversee study data quality, query resolution, protocol deviation assessments, and documentation compliance.
Assist with study-specific training and ensure operational teams are prepared to execute protocol requirements.
Ensure all clinical trial activities are performed in accordance with ICH-GCP guidelines, regulatory requirements, and Parexel SOPs.
Contribute to a collaborative and supportive team environment while delivering high-quality results for sponsors and patients.
Candidate Profile
You'll thrive in this role if you bring:
Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
The ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced clinical research environment.
A proactive approach to identifying risks and driving solutions.
Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary clinical research teams.
A patient-focused mindset and commitment to quality and compliance.
Comfort learning and working within study management, data management, and clinical research systems.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Health Sciences, Nursing, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Minimum of 2 years of clinical research experience as a Clinical Research Coordinator or related clinical research role.
Experience supporting clinical trials and study operations in a regulated environment.
Knowledge of ICH-GCP guidelines, regulatory requirements, and clinical trial processes.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Proven ability to prioritize workload, manage competing deadlines, and work effectively within cross-functional teams.
Ability to work fully onsite and support weekend study activities when required.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience within a Contract Research Organization (CRO) environment.
Experience supporting Phase I-III clinical trials.
Experience with clinical trial databases and electronic data capture systems.
Benefits and Compensation
Health, Vision & Dental Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Vacation/Holiday/Sick Time
Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts
Work/Life Balance
401(k) with Company Match
Pet Insurance
For a complete list of benefits, please visit www.parexel.com/us-benefits.
The potential base pay range for this role is $28.00 to $36.00 per hour. The actual salary offered may vary based on factors including skills, education, experience, professional achievements, and location.
Some roles may also be eligible for additional incentives, bonuses, or other compensation programs. Our Talent Acquisition team will provide details regarding any applicable bonus or incentive opportunities.
If this opportunity sounds like the next step in your clinical research career, we'd love to hear from you. Join Parexel and help shape the future of clinical research while advancing innovative therapies for patients around the world.
EEO Disclaimer
Parexel is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected status, which in the US includes race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Health Sciences, Nursing, or a related field, or equivalent education and experience
- At least 2 years of clinical research experience as a Clinical Research Coordinator or in a related clinical research role
- Experience supporting clinical trials and study operations in a regulated environment
- Knowledge of ICH-GCP guidelines, regulatory requirements, and clinical trial processes
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to prioritize workload, manage competing deadlines, and work effectively within cross-functional teams
- Ability to work fully onsite in Glendale, California and support weekend study activities when required
- Experience within a Contract Research Organization environment
- Experience supporting Phase I–III clinical trials
- Experience with clinical trial databases and electronic data capture systems
Parexel Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Parexel and has not been reviewed or approved by Parexel.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is described as comprehensive, including medical, dental, vision, HSA/FSA options, and company-paid disability insurance. Descriptions often portray the package as strong or “top notch,” adding meaningful value.
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Retirement Support — Retirement offerings include a 401(k) with company matching and, in some regions, generous pension contributions. Core financial protections are emphasized as a solid part of the total rewards.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off programs include ample PTO or flexible/unlimited RTO alongside flexible schedules and remote/hybrid options. Work-life balance support from managers is highlighted as a practical advantage.
Parexel Insights
What We Do
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.
