Clinical Research Associate - Oncology - MD, VA or D.C. - FSP

The Clinical Research Associate is responsible for the following:

• Act as the primary site contact and site manager throughout all phases of a

clinical research study, taking overall responsibility of allocated sites

Key Accountabilities:  

Site Management Responsibilities  

Supporting Activities   may include but not limited to the following  

Develops strong site relationships and ensures continuity of site relationships through all phases of the trial 

Performs clinical study site management/monitoring activities in compliance with International Conference on Harmonization / Good Clinical Practices, Sponsor SOPs, Local Laws & Regulations, Protocol, Site Monitoring Plan and associated Documents 

Gains an in-depth understanding of the study protocol and related procedures 

Coordinates and manages various tasks in collaboration with other sponsor roles to achieve Site Ready 

Participates and provides inputs on site selection and validation activities 

Performs remote and on-site monitoring & oversight activities using various tools to ensure: 

Data generated at site are complete, accurate and unbiased 

Subjects’ right, safety and well-being are protected 

Conducts site visits including but not limited to validation visits, initiation visits, monitoring visits, closeout visits and records clear, comprehensive, and accurate visit & non-visit contact reports appropriately in a timely manner 

Collects, reviews, and monitors required regulatory documentation for study start-up, study maintenance and study close-out 

Communicates with Investigators and site staff on issues related to protocol conduct, recruitment, retention, protocol deviations, regulatory documentation, site audits/inspections and overall site performance 

Identifies, assesses, and resolves site performance, quality or compliance problems and escalates per defined CRA Escalation Pathway as appropriate in collaboration with Clinical Research Manager and Partner Line Manager 

Manages and maintains information and documentation in Clinical Trial Management System, electronic Trial Master File and various other systems as appropriate and per timelines 

Team Development and Support  

Contributes to CRA team knowledge by acting as process Subject Matter Expert, buddy/mentor and sharing best practices as appropriate/required 

Supports and/or leads audits/inspection activities as needed 

Performs co-monitoring visits where appropriate 

Skills:  

Fluent in local languages and English (verbal and written) and excellent communication skills, including the ability to understand and present technical information effectively 

Good understanding and working knowledge of clinical research, phases of clinical trials, current GCP/ICH & country clinical research law & guidelines 

Good understanding of Global, Country/Regional Clinical Research Guidelines and ability to work within these guidelines 

Hands on knowledge of Good Documentation Practices 

Proven skills in Site Management including management of site performance and patient recruitment 

Demonstrated high level of monitoring skill with independent professional judgement 

Good IT skills (Use of MS office, use of various clinical IT applications on computer, tablet and mobile devices) and ability to adapt to new IT applications on various devices 

Ability to understand and analyze data/metrics and act appropriately 

Capable of managing complex issues, working solution-oriented manner 

Performs root cause analysis and implements preventative and corrective action 

Effective time management, organizational and interpersonal skills, conflict management, problem solving skills 

Demonstrated high level of monitoring skill with independent professional judgement 

Able to work highly independently across multiple protocols, sites, and therapy areas 

High sense of accountability / urgency. Ability to set priorities and handle multiple tasks simultaneously in a changing environment. 

Works effectively in a matrix multicultural environment. Ability to establish and maintain culturally sensitive working relationships. 

Demonstrates commitment to Customer focus 

Works with high quality and compliance mindset 

Positive mindset, growth mindset, capable of working independently and being self-driven 

Demonstrates and projects professional demeanor and communication consistent with organizational policies and practices 

Ability to travel domestically and internationally approximately 65%-75% of working time 

Expected travelling ~2-3 days/week 

Current driver’s license required 

Knowledge and Experience:

Minimum 2 years of direct site monitoring experience in bio/pharma/CRO 

Oncology monitoring experience required

Education:  

Bachelor’s degree preferred with a strong emphasis in science and /or biology 

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