MSD Sr Clinical Research Associate m/f/d 

Switzerland, Lucerne 

935851165

Job Description

For our Swiss subsidiary in Global Human Health based in Lucerne, we are currently looking for a Sr. Clinical Research Associate who will be responsible for performance and compliance for the assigned protocols and sites in Switzerland.

As a Sr. Clinical Research Associate (m/f/d) and under the supervision of the CRA Manager, you will ensure compliance of the studies conducted with ICH/GCP and country regulations, company policies and procedures, quality standards as well as adverse event reporting requirements internally and externally. You will act as the primary point of contact for the study sites and the site managers throughout all phases of the clinical research studies, taking overall responsibility of the allocated sites. On this rile you will actively develop and expand the territory for clinical research, finding and developing new sites and you will act as the subject matter expert for monitoring processes and systems.

THE PRIMARY ACTIVITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

Primary site contact and responsible for site management and monitoring activities throughout all study phases from validation to close-out

Assisting the allocated sites with all open matters and requests (remote and on-site)

Execution of risk-based monitoring at the study sites

Collection of regulatory documents and management of data in various clinical trial systems

Ensuring study conduct is in compliance with all relevant regulations and standards

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Biology or in subject with a natural science background

Minimum 3-4 years of direct site management (monitoring) experience in a (bio)pharmaceutical company or CRO

Experienced in the day-to-day business of a Clinical Research Associate

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

Enjoys a high level of personal responsibility and readily supports site staff on-site including the required travels

High affinity in examining medical data and source documents

Detail-oriented and efficient in time management and ability to prioritize

Outstanding communication and presentation skills

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

Fluent German and English knowledge, both written and spoken. French or Italian knowledge is advantageous

CITYBAY, LUCERNE

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