Position Summary
Senior Clinical Research Associate to support clinical research teams and ensure high-quality study conduct (patient safety, data reliability, scientific integrity, regulatory compliance) via protocol interpretation, proactive risk mitigation (RBQM/ICH E6(R3)), and clinical trial support.
Essential Functions
- Execute site selection, initiation, routine monitoring, and close-out for assigned trials.
- Perform remote, risk-based, and on-site monitoring tasks, including SDV and investigational product (IP) accountability.
- Identify and mitigate risks; evaluate site metrics and address deviations early.
- Interpret medical/scientific intent of protocols, procedures, logistics, and subject risks.
- Act as Subject Matter Expert (SME) for sites: protocol interpretation, eligibility, and safety reporting guidance.
- Ensure data accuracy/completeness; review CRFs, resolve queries, and treat deviations as signals for retraining.
- Support eTMF essential document collection/maintenance.
- Drive recruitment/retention strategies using DEI best practices to meet enrollment targets.
- Develop/review training materials (e.g., initiation slides, procedures manuals, informed consent templates).
- Coordinate with Supply Chain on IP supply, temperature excursions, and specimen logistics.
- Support audits/inspections and CAPA development.
- Mentor/train newly hired CRAs; perform ad-hoc cross-functional projects.
Education & Experience
- Bachelorβs degree required (clinical research/science/health preferred); OR RN with 5+ years on-site monitoring.
- 6+ years clinical trial experience (pharma/biotech/CRO/healthcare) required.
- 4+ years independent on-site and remote monitoring required.
- Valid driverβs license required.
Knowledge/Skills
- Advanced drug development knowledge; ICH-GCP E6(R3); CFR.
- Proficiency with EDC, eTMF, CTMS, MS Office, and Adobe.
- Strong presentation, organization, detail/time management.
- Independent, collaborative, inclusive mindset; follow SOPs and confidentiality.
Working Environment
- Travel 50β75% (overnight as needed); remote with flexible hours.
Benefits (eligible employees)
Medical/dental/vision; EAP; life/AD&D; short- and long-term disability; FSA (health/dependent care); 401(k) match; paid time off and holidays; PTO terms by exempt/non-exempt.
Application Instructions
- Application window: anticipated to close in 60 days from posting (or sooner if filled/closed).