Clinical Research Associate

As a Clinical Research Associate you will be joining the world's largest & most comprehensive clinical research organization, powered by healthcare intelligence.What you will be doingImplements and monitors clinical trials to ensure sponsor and investigator obligations are met and are compliant with applicable local regulatory requirements and ICH GCP guidelines.Assesses the qualification of potential investigative sites, initiates clinical trials at investigative sites, instructs site personnel on the proper conduct of clinical trials, and closes clinical trials at investigative sites.Responsible for site startup activities for assigned sites, including but not limited to regulatory documents collection, informed consent review, IRB/IEC submission support, and budgets and contracts negotiations.Reviews and verifies accuracy of clinical trial data collected, either onsite or remotelyProvides regular site status information to team members, trial management, and updates trial management tools.Completes monitoring activity documents as required by sponsor\'s SOPs.Works closely with other clinical team members to facilitate timely resolution of trial and/or clinical issues.Escalates site and trial related issues per Sponsor\'s SOPs until identified issues are resolved or closed.Performs essential document site file reconciliation.Performs source document verification and query resolution.Assesses investigational product (IP) accountability, dispensation, and compliance at the investigative sites.Verifies serious adverse event (SAE) reporting according to trial specifications and ICH GCP guidelines.Communicates with investigative sites.Updates applicable tracking systemsEnsures all required training is completed and documented.May be assigned to complex studies and/or sites.Provides leadership skills to assigned projects within the clinical operations department.You AreA dedicated clinical research professional with an undergraduate degree in a clinical, scientific, or health-related field from an accredited institution — or equivalent relevant experience.
A licensed healthcare professional (e.g., RN) is also acceptable.An experienced Clinical Research Associate with 2-5 years of clinical monitoring experience, including at least 1-2 years of on-site monitoring (vs all remote monitoring)Located in Texas near a major hub, with the ability to travel up to 50% of the timeExperienced monitoring oncology trials; SCLC or NSCLC experience preferred but not requiredProficient in feasibility assessments, site selection, and site start-up activitiesFamiliar with or experienced in Phase 1 dose escalation studies (preferred)Comfortable supporting budget negotiations and resolving site-level challenges (preferred)Highly proactive, detail-oriented, and collaborative — a team player who takes initiative and communicates effectivelyWell-versed in ICH-GCP guidelines and applicable local regulatory requirementsAble to lead observation and performance monitoring visits and act as a resource across functional teams to ensure study progressSkilled in managing tasks that require advanced negotiation and problem-solvingFluent in spoken and written EnglishLegally authorized to work in the United States without requiring current or future employment visa sponsorshipWhat ICON can offer youOur success depends on the quality of our people.
That's why we've made it a priority to build a diverse culture that rewards high performance and nurtures talent.In addition to your competitive salary, ICON offers a range of additional benefits.
Our benefits are designed to be competitive within each country and are focused on well-being and work life balance opportunities for you and your family.Our benefits examples include:Various annual leave entitlementsA range of health insurance offerings to suit you and your family's needsCompetitive retirement planning offerings to maximise savings and plan with confidence for the years aheadGlobal Employee Assistance Programme, TELUS Health, offering 24-hour access to a global network of over 80,000 independent specialised professionals who are there to support you and your family's well-beingLife assuranceFlexible country-specific optional benefits, including childcare vouchers, bike purchase schemes, discounted gym memberships, subsidised travel passes, health assessments, among othersVisit our careers website to read more about the benefits of working at ICON: ICON, inclusion & belonging are fundamental to our culture and values.
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All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
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