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Senior Clinical Research Associate (CRA)

ICON Strategic Solutions Hybrid senior full-time

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Description

At ICON Strategic Solutions, you will work in a sponsor-dedicated model, supported by ICON's global expertise.

As a Senior Clinical Research Associate (CRA) at ICON Plc, you will play a critical role in overseeing and managing clinical trial activities to ensure they are conducted according to protocol, regulatory requirements, and industry standards.

Responsibilities:

  • Monitoring clinical trial sites to ensure adherence to study protocols, regulatory requirements, and Good Clinical Practice (GCP) standards.
  • Conducting site visits to assess site performance, resolve issues, and provide support to ensure successful trial execution.
  • Collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure timely and accurate data collection and reporting.
  • Providing training and guidance to site staff and other CRAs to maintain high standards of clinical trial conduct.
  • Building and maintaining effective relationships with site personnel and stakeholders to facilitate smooth trial operations.

Your Profile:

  • Advanced degree in a relevant field such as life sciences, nursing, or medicine.
  • Extensive experience as a Clinical Research Associate, (7+ years' minimum required) with a strong understanding of clinical trial processes and regulatory requirements.
  • At least 2 years' experience working on Oncology studies.
  • Proven ability to manage multiple sites and projects simultaneously, with strong organisational and problem-solving skills.
  • Expertise in monitoring practices, data integrity, and site management, with proficiency in relevant clinical trial software and tools.
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and drive compliance within a complex environment.
  • Ability to travel at least 60% of the time (international and domestic - fly and drive) and should possess a valid driver's license.

Rewards & Benefits

  • Competitive base salary and performance-related incentives.
  • Health and wellbeing programmes including medical, dental, and vision coverage where applicable.
  • Retirement and pension plans.
  • Life assurance and disability coverage.
  • Employee assistance programmes and wellbeing resources.
  • Learning and development opportunities through structured training and career pathways.

Skills

Required

  • Good Clinical Practice (GCP)
  • clinical trial management
  • data integrity
  • site management
  • Oncology studies
  • life sciences
  • nursing
  • medicine

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