Job Overview

The Sr Clinical Research Associate (CRA) is responsible for performing high‑quality monitoring activities and site management to ensure that clinical sites conduct studies in full compliance with the protocol, ICH‑GCP guidelines, regulatory requirements, and sponsor expectations. This role plays a key part in safeguarding data integrity, patient safety, and overall study performance.

Essential Functions

Conduct site monitoring visits (selection, initiation, routine monitoring, and close‑out) in alignment with the contracted scope of work and Good Clinical Practice.

Partner with sites to develop, adapt, and track recruitment strategies to meet project timelines and enrollment targets.

Deliver protocol and study‑specific training to site personnel; maintain consistent communication to manage expectations and resolve issues proactively.

Assess the quality and integrity of site practices, ensuring adherence to protocol and regulatory requirements; escalate quality concerns when necessary.

Track study progress, including regulatory submissions, approvals, enrollment metrics, CRF completion, and data query resolution; may support start‑up activities.

Ensure essential documents are complete and properly filed in the Trial Master File (TMF) and that the Investigator Site File (ISF) meets GCP and local regulatory standards.

Document all site management and monitoring activities through visit reports, follow‑up letters, and required study documentation.

Collaborate with cross‑functional study team members to support project execution.

When applicable, support development of site‑level recruitment plans and manage site financial activities according to the clinical trial agreement.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in a scientific or healthcare‑related field preferred; equivalent education, training, and experience may be considered.

Minimum of 4 years of on‑site monitoring experience required.

Strong interest and/or hands‑on experience in oncology clinical trials; prior involvement in oncology studies strongly preferred.

Solid understanding of clinical research regulations, including GCP and ICH guidelines.

Strong therapeutic and protocol knowledge, with the ability to quickly learn new indications.

Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and mobile technology (laptop, iPhone, iPad where applicable).

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including strong command of the English language.

Strong organizational, problem‑solving, and time‑management abilities.

Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, site staff, managers, and clients.

Demonstrated ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and maintain high‑quality standards.

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