Clinical Research Associate CRA

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Clinical Research Associate CRA based in United States.

The Clinical Research Associate will play a key role in supporting the successful execution of clinical trials by ensuring quality, compliance, and operational excellence across study sites. This position involves independent monitoring activities, site relationship management, and collaboration with cross-functional clinical teams. You will help ensure that clinical studies meet regulatory requirements, timelines, and quality standards while supporting better healthcare outcomes. The role combines scientific expertise, project coordination, problem-solving, and stakeholder communication in a global research environment. You will work closely with sponsors, investigators, project managers, and clinical operations teams to resolve challenges and maintain study integrity. This opportunity is suited for detail-oriented clinical research professionals who are motivated by innovation and improving patient experiences.

Accountabilities:: The Clinical Research Associate is responsible for independently managing clinical monitoring activities, ensuring compliance with protocols, regulatory standards, and quality expectations. The role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to build effective relationships with clinical sites and internal teams.

Conduct qualification, initiation, interim, and close-out monitoring visits remotely and onsite while ensuring accurate documentation and compliance.

Perform source document review, verification of clinical data, and quality checks to maintain data integrity throughout clinical trials.

Prepare timely and accurate monitoring visit reports detailing site performance, protocol deviations, corrective actions, enrollment progress, and study status.

Ensure investigational product accountability and review regulatory documentation maintained at study sites.

Monitor site compliance with clinical protocols, ICH GCP guidelines, FDA regulations, and applicable sponsor procedures.

Maintain regular communication with investigators and site teams to support recruitment, resolve issues, and address study-related questions.

Identify risks and operational challenges proactively, developing solutions to improve site performance and study delivery.

Collaborate with project managers, lead CRAs, data management teams, and other clinical functions to resolve data discrepancies and operational issues.

Support the development of study-specific monitoring plans, training materials, and site management strategies.

Participate in sponsor meetings, internal meetings, audits, and clinical research initiatives as needed.

Assist with CRA onboarding, mentoring, and knowledge-sharing activities.

Contribute to the maintenance and improvement of clinical trial management systems and operational processes.

Manage competing priorities effectively while delivering commitments within project timelines and budgets.

Requirements:

The ideal candidate is a clinical research professional with experience in site monitoring, regulatory compliance, and clinical trial operations. They should demonstrate strong communication skills, independent judgment, and the ability to manage complex research activities in a fast-paced environment.

Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Life Sciences, healthcare, or a related scientific field.

Experience working as a Clinical Research Associate or in a comparable clinical monitoring role.

Strong knowledge of clinical research processes, ICH GCP guidelines, regulatory requirements, and ethical standards.

Experience conducting site qualification, initiation, monitoring, and close-out visits.

Ability to establish and maintain positive relationships with sponsors, investigators, site teams, and internal stakeholders.

Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple activities and meet deadlines.

Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.

Strong communication, negotiation, and meeting management skills.

Detail-oriented approach with a strong commitment to quality and accuracy.

Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within collaborative teams.

Experience using clinical trial management systems, electronic data capture platforms, and clinical databases.

Professional communication skills in English, both written and verbal.

Ability and willingness to travel as required for site monitoring activities.

Ability to manage changing priorities, ambiguity, and challenging situations with professionalism.

Benefits:

Competitive compensation based on location, experience, skills, qualifications, and role scope.

Remote work flexibility with opportunities to collaborate in a global clinical research environment.

Professional development opportunities and continued learning support.

Exposure to innovative healthcare and life sciences projects.

Opportunity to work with multidisciplinary teams across clinical research, technology, and healthcare domains.

Flexible work programs designed to support work-life balance.

Global collaboration opportunities with professionals from diverse backgrounds.

Career growth opportunities within a mission-driven organization focused on improving healthcare outcomes.

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