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As part of a dynamic and passionate team, the Clinical Research Associate is the laboratory's ambassador to the centers, and the defender of the entire product portfolio.He/she plays a key role in all phases of a study, and assumes overall responsibility for the conduct of clinical studies at assigned sites.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
• 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 ICH-GCP, 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 & manages various tasks in collaboration with other sponsor roles to achieve Site Ready.
• Participates & provides inputs on site selection and validation activities.
• Performs remote and on-site monitoring & oversight activities using various tools to ensure: o Data generated at site are complete, accurate and unbiased.
o Subjects’ right, safety and well-being are protected.
• Conducts site visits including but not limited to validation visits, initiation visits, monitoring visits, close-out 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 CRA Manager, CRM, TA Head and CRD as needed.
• Works in partnership with GCTO country operations, finance, regulatory affairs, pharmacovigilance, legal and regional operations, HQ functional areas and externally with vendors and IRB/IECs and Regulatory Authorities in support of assigned sites.
• Manages and maintains information and documentation in CTMS, eTMF and various other systems as appropriate and per timelines.
• Contributes to CRA team knowledge by acting as process Subject Matter Expert (SME), buddy/mentor and sharing best practices as appropriate/required.
• Supports and/or leads audit/inspection activities as needed.
• Performs co-monitoring visits where appropriate.
• Following the country strategy defined by CRD and/or CRA manager, contributes to the identification of new potential sites and works closely with them to develop strong clinical research capabilities.
• 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 judgment.
• Ability to understand and analyse data/metrics and act appropriately.
• Capable of managing complex issues, works in a solution-oriented manner.
• Performs root cause analysis and implements preventative and corrective action.
Behavioural Competency Expectations:
• Demonstrated high level of monitoring skill with independent professional judgement.
• Able to work highly independently across multiple protocols, sites and therapy areas.
• Positive mindset, growth mindset, capable of working independently and being self-driven.
Experience Requirements:
• Min. 2 years of direct site management (monitoring) experience in a bio/pharma/CRO.
Educational Requirements: Preferred: B.A./B.S. with strong emphasis in science and/or biology
Our offer :
- Very attractive package with target bonus, profit-sharing, vacation vouchers- Flexible working conditions
Current Contingent Workers apply
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Job Posting End Date:09/09/2024
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