Clinical Research Associate — Frontline Site Monitor & Liaison

Novartis; Australia; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Novartis Australia seeks a Clinical Research Associate to monitor Phase I–IV trials across Australia, acting as the primary liaison with study sites to ensure protocol adherence and timely milestones through on-site and remote monitoring. You will train site staff, conduct Site Initiation Visits, manage risks, and maintain TMFs and site documentation, with up to 50% overnight travel domestically.

Degree in scientific/healthcare field required; 2 years pharma experience desirable; strong GCP/ICH

Qualifications

• Degree in scientific or healthcare discipline.
• Up to 2 years pharmaceutical industry experience or other relevant experience.
• Good knowledge of GCP/ICH, FDA, EMA.

Responsibilities

• Act as frontline liaison between Novartis and trial sites to ensure collaboration.
• Conduct site initiation visits and train site personnel on trial aspects.
• Monitor sites to ensure protocol compliance and timely milestones.
• Identify deficiencies and work with sites on risk mitigation and process improvements.
• Ensure Investigator Files and TMF are up to date.

Skills

Decision making

Time management

Organization

Communication skills

Travel ability

Analytical thinking

Digital & tech capabilities

Education

Degree in scientific or healthcare discipline

Job description

Novartis Australia seeks a Clinical Research Associate to monitor Phase I–IV trials across Australia, acting as the primary liaison with study sites to ensure protocol adherence and timely milestones through on-site and remote monitoring. You will train site staff, conduct Site Initiation Visits, manage risks, and maintain TMFs and site documentation, with up to 50% overnight travel domestically.

Degree in scientific/healthcare field required; 2 years pharma experience desirable; strong GCP/ICH