Remote Finance & Projects Analyst | Hybrid Role

Professional; Canberra; Hybrid; AUD 79,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement planning

Employee assistance program

Job summary

ICON Strategic Solutions in Australia seeks a Senior Clinical Research Associate (CRA) to monitor clinical trial sites and ensure GCP compliance. You will lead monitoring activities, support trial execution, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to maintain data integrity.

The role requires a strong independent work ethic, a bachelor's degree in a life sciences field, and extensive CRA experience. Hybrid work model in Australia and up to 60% travel are expected.

Qualifications

• Strong background in monitoring Clinical Trials and independent work.
• Familiarity with study protocols and regulatory requirements (GCP).
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead on trial monitoring tasks with a focus on quality and continuous improvement.
• Monitor sites to ensure adherence to protocols, regulatory requirements and GCP.
• Conduct site visits to assess performance, resolve issues and support trial execution.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for timely data collection and reporting.
• Provide training and guidance to site staff and other CRAs.
• Build and maintain relationships with site personnel and stakeholders.

Skills

Clinical trial monitoring

GCP knowledge

Site management

Regulatory compliance

Study coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in life sciences

Tools

Clinical trial software

Job description

Senior Clinical Research Associate (CRA) – ICON Strategic Solutions – Hybrid, Australia

At ICON Strategic Solutions, you will work in a sponsor-dedicated model, supported by ICON's global expertise. As the world's largest FSP organisation, with over 90 sponsor partnerships, we offer stability, career development and a collaborative environment where your work contributes to the development of treatments that benefit patients worldwide.

What You Will Do

• Lead on clinical trial monitoring tasks requiring technical depth, with a focus on quality and continuous improvement.
• Monitor clinical trial sites to ensure adherence to study protocols, regulatory requirements, and Good Clinical Practice (GCP) standards.
• Conduct site visits to assess site performance, resolve issues, and provide support to ensure successful trial execution.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely and accurate data collection and reporting.
• Provide training and guidance to site staff and other CRAs to maintain high standards of clinical trial conduct.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with site personnel and stakeholders to facilitate smooth trial operations.

Your Profile

• Strong foundation in clinical trial monitoring, with the experience to work independently and guide others.
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant scientific discipline or healthcare-related field.
• Extensive experience as a Clinical Research Associate, with a strong understanding of clinical trial processes and regulatory requirements.
• Proven ability to manage multiple sites and projects simultaneously, with strong organizational and problem‑solving skills.
• Expertise in monitoring practices, data integrity, and site management, with proficiency in relevant clinical trial software and tools.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and drive compliance within a complex environment.
• Willingness to travel as required (approximately 60%)

Benefits

• Various annual leave entitlements
• A range of health insurance offerings to suit you and your family's needs.
• Competitive retirement planning offerings to maximise savings and plan with confidence for the years ahead.
• Global Employee Assistance Programme, LifeWorks, offering 24‑hour access to a global network of over 80,000 independent specialised professionals who are there to support you and your family's well‑being.
• Life assurance
• Flexible country‑specific optional benefits, including childcare vouchers, bike purchase schemes, discounted gym memberships, subsidised travel passes, health assessments, among others.

Salary & Hours

Pay Transparency Notice: The target annual *base* salary for this position can range as detailed below. Total compensation may also include equity and bonus eligibility and benefits (including medical, dental, and vision).
Annual base salary range (excluding equity and bonus): $87,600-$87,600 AUD.

Work Conditions

Standard (Mon-Fri); location: hybrid – remote or in‑office in Australia.

EEO & Diversity Statement

ICON is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information. Applicants with criminal histories will be considered consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws.