MSD Clinical Research Associate 

Romania, Bucharest 

763656594

Job Description

Clinical Research Associate (CRA) With support of SrCRA/CRA and/or CRA Manager, acts as primary site contact and site manager throughout all phases of a clinical research study, taking responsibility of allocated sites.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop strong site relationships and ensure continuity of site relationships through all phases of the trial.

• Perform clinical study site management/monitoring activities in compliance with ICH-GCP, Sponsor SOPs, Local Laws & Regulations, Protocol, Site Monitoring Plan and associated documents.

• Gain 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.

• Participate & provide inputs on site selection and validation activities.

• Perform remote and on-site monitoring & oversight activities using various tools.

• Conduct site visits including but not limited to validation visits, initiation visits, monitoring visits, close-out visits and record clear, comprehensive and accurate visit & non-visit contact report appropriately in a timely manner.

• Collect, review, and monitor required regulatory documentation for study start-up, study maintenance and study close-out.

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

• • Identify, assess and resolve site performance, quality or compliance problems and escalate per defined CRA Escalation Pathway as appropriate in collaboration with CRA Manager, CRM, TA Head and CRD as needed.

• Work 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

• Manage and maintain information and documentation in CTMS, eTMF and various other systems as appropriate and per timelines.

• Support audit/inspection activities as needed.

• Perform co-monitoring where appropriate.

Competency Expectations:

• Fluent in Local Languages and English (verbal and written) and excellent communication skills, including the ability to understand technical information. Developing ability to present technical information with support.

• 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 CRA Guidelines and ability to work within these guidelines.

• Hands on knowledge of Good Documentation Practices

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

• Developing level of monitoring skill and independent professional judgment.

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

• Work with high quality and compliance mindset.

• Capable of managing complex issues, solution-oriented approach.

• Ability to perform root cause analysis and implement preventative and corrective action.

Competency Expectations:

• Effective time management, organizational and interpersonal skills, conflict management

• Able to work with other experienced research professions to develop skills 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, with support from Line Manager.

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

• Demonstrates commitment to Customer focus.

• 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.

• B.A./B.S. required with strong emphasis in science and/or biology.

• Min. 2 years of clinical research experience. Related CR experience may include Clinical Trial Assistant, Study Coordinator, Regulatory CTC or similar.

• Ability to travel domestically and internationally approximately 65%-75% of working time. Expected travelling ~2-3 days/week.Current driver’s license preferred.

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08/09/2024

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