Clinical Research Associate - Cardiovascular (Bilingual-English/Spanish) (Remote)
Merck
September 23, 2026
Full-time
On-site
Rahway, NJ
Clinical Research and Development
Role: Country Clinical Research Associate (CRA) responsible for clinical trial site management, compliance, and performance in assigned territories. Objectives include ensuring adherence to ICH-GCP, local regulations, and company standards; developing and maintaining strong site relationships; and expanding the clinical research footprint. Responsibilities encompass remote and on-site monitoring, site selection and validation, oversight of regulatory documentation, issue resolution, and collaboration with cross-functional teams such as regulatory, pharmacovigilance, and regional operations. The CRA acts as the primary contact with investigational sites throughout all trial phases, including start-up, conduct, and close-out, and supports audit/inspection activities. They also contribute to process expertise and mentor team members. High-value biopharma specifics involve experience with clinical trials in biologics or small molecules, across phases from Phase 1 to post-market, with a focus on patient recruitment, data integrity, and compliance. The role requires fluency in Spanish, a healthcare or scientific associate's or bachelorβs degree, and at least 2-5 years of relevant site management and clinical research experience, preferably within CRO, pharma, or biotech settings. It involves extensive travel (~65-75%), primarily domestically and internationally, with a preference for candidates residing in Florida, Alabama, or Georgia. Core skills include strong communication, data analysis, GCP knowledge, and independent judgment within a matrix environment.