Clinical Research Associate

Role: Clinical Research Associate responsible for site management and study execution in AstraZeneca clinical trials. Objectives include ensuring site readiness, quality, compliance, and data integrity across assigned sites, contributing to faster access to medicines. Responsibilities encompass site qualification and initiation, risk-based monitoring (remote and onsite), data quality oversight, patient safety reporting, recruitment and retention tracking, investigational product management, and supporting inspection readiness. Collaborates with investigators, local study teams, and cross-functional stakeholders to optimize trial delivery. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in life sciences or related field; experience in clinical trial monitoring, site management, or GCP compliance; knowledge of drug development, regulatory guidelines, and clinical operations. Preferred: prior multi-center CRA experience, familiarity with CTMS/eTMF, risk-based monitoring, and audits; certifications such as ACRP-CCRA or SOCRA. High-value specifics include involvement in early-phase (likely Phases 1-3) clinical trials, with an emphasis on participant safety, data quality, and regulatory compliance in a pharmaceutical setting. Work setup: travel required; location details not specified but may involve national/international travel.