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Clinical Research Associate

ICON plc
Posted a month ago, valid for 15 days
Location

Los Angeles, CA 90053, US

Salary

$115,000 - $138,000 per year

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Contract type

Full Time

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  • This position involves managing multiple clinical trial start-ups across various therapeutic areas, focusing on site selection and activation.
  • Candidates must have 2-3 years of experience in monitoring pharmaceutical industry clinical trials, with a specific emphasis on oncology trials for a minimum of 1-3 years.
  • The role requires a B.S., R.N., or equivalent degree, preferably in Biological Sciences, and applicants must be located in the Los Angeles area near a major airport.
  • Strong communication and influencing skills are essential, along with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • The salary for this position is competitive, though specific figures are not provided in the job description.

What will you be doing?

  • Works on multiple trials within the Cross Therapeutic areas - Start up focus 

  • Collaborate with country operations teams to identify, select, and activate clinical trial sites in accordance with project timelines and requirements.

  • Perform Site Qualification Visits (SQVs) to assess the eligibility of sites for participation in specific clinical studies.

  • Build strong relationships with site personnel to facilitate a smooth onboarding process.

  • Ensure that all activities adhere to ICH-GCP guidelines, local regulatory standards, and internal Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

  • Coordinate with the country operations team to collect essential documents (such as regulatory approvals and contracts) to enable timely site activation.

  • Act as the main point of contact for sites, study teams, and external stakeholders throughout the start-up process.

  • Work closely with the country operations team to manage investigator contracts, regulatory documents, and site-specific start-up activities.

  • Provide regular status updates to both internal and external stakeholders, ensuring alignment with important project milestones.

  • Monitor, report on, and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) related to site selection and start-up timelines.

  • Proactively identify and address any issues that may delay study initiation or affect trial deliverables.

  • Maintain precise documentation to ensure readiness for inspections.

  • Support sites during the activation phase until they achieve “Green Light” status for site opening.

  • Facilitate coordination with site staff to ensure all pre-study requirements, including contracts, budgets, and essential documentation, are met.

  • Possibly assist in audit and inspection preparations to guarantee compliance with regulatory and ethical standards.

What do you need to have?

  • Have a minimum of a B.S., R.N., or equivalent degree, preferably in Biological Sciences

  • Must be located in the Los Angeles area; near a major airport. 

  • Must have 2 -3 years’ experience in monitoring pharmaceutical industry clinical trials

  • Have a minimum of 1-3 years' experience specifically monitoring oncology clinical trials

  • Analytical/risk-based monitoring experience is an asset

  • Ability to actively drive patient recruitment strategies at assigned sites

  • Ability to partner closely with investigator and site staff to meet all of our study timelines

  • Ability to operate and use various systems and databases (e.g. CTMS, EDC, eTMF, various dashboards/metrics, IWRS, safety reporting).

  • Possess strong communication and influencing skills to effectively manage study sites both remotely and face to face.  Strong team member and self-starter with the ability to work independently.

  • Have an in-depth knowledge of Good Clinical Practice, ICH guidelines and local regulatory requirements.

  • To qualify, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States, and should not require, now or in the future, sponsorship for employment visa status.

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