Clinical Research Associate

Novo Nordisk A/S; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 86,000 - 136,000; Full time

Job summary

Novo Nordisk A/S in Canada is seeking a Clinical Research Associate to ensure clinical trials at assigned sites run to high standards of quality, compliance and patient safety. You will monitor progress, spot risks early and help sites deliver reliable data on time.

You will own day-to-day site oversight, conduct on-site and remote monitoring visits, apply risk-based quality management principles, track performance and train site staff while building strong investigator relationships.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences or related field.
• 1+ years in clinical trial monitoring or related pharma/CRO role.
• Strong knowledge of ICH-GCP, regulatory requirements.
• Experience with EDC, CTMS, and eTMF systems.
• Ability to travel up to 70%.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day site monitoring and data quality.
• Apply RBQM principles to identify and mitigate risks.
• Track site performance, recruitment and data collection.
• Ensure patient safety and data integrity; manage adverse events.
• Train site staff on protocols and systems.
• Represent Novo at site level and build relationships.

Skills

Organization

Project management

Time management

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences or related field

Tools

EDC

CTMS

eTMF

Job description

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As Clinical Research Associate, you will make sure clinical trials at your assigned sites run to high standards of quality, compliance and patient safety. You will be a key link between Novo and investigators, monitoring progress, spotting risks early and helping sites deliver reliable data on time. Your work helps clinical trials move forward with confidence, a vital step in bringing new treatments to people living with serious chronic diseases.

What you’ll bring

• A bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences or a related field.
• 1+ years of experience in clinical trial monitoring or a relevant pharmaceutical industry or CRO role.
• A strong understanding of ICH-GCP, regulatory requirements and clinical trial methodology, and a track record of delivering high-quality trial activities in line with them and with internal SOPs.
• Hands-on proficiency with clinical trial systems such as EDC, CTMS and eTMF.
• Strong organisational, time and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple sites and priorities while keeping a high attention to detail.
• Sound problem-solving and decision-making skills, including spotting and mitigating risks before they become issues.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, and the ability to build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders at all levels.
• Confidence working independently and as part of a team in a dynamic environment, with integrity and a clear focus on quality and patient safety.
• Openness to better ways of working, including new technologies and digital tools.
• The ability to travel up to 70% of the time.
• Practical experience applying Risk-Based Quality Management (RBQM) principles in study conduct.

What you’ll do

You will own the day-to-day oversight of your assigned clinical trial sites, making sure every trial runs safely, compliantly and on schedule. You will:

• Oversee and manage your sites through on-site and remote monitoring visits, ensuring compliance with protocols, ICH-GCP and regulatory requirements.
• Apply risk-based Quality Management (RBQM) principles to identify, assess and mitigate risks proactively throughout study conduct.
• Track site performance, recruitment, retention and data collection, acting quickly to keep timelines and quality objectives on track.
• Protect patient safety and data integrity by resolving discrepancies, managing adverse events and keeping sites inspection-ready.
• Train and support site staff on study protocols, operational procedures, systems and compliance requirements.
• Represent Novo at site level, building trusted relationships with investigators and site teams that help trials run efficiently.

Who you’ll work with

You will join the Clinical Development Centre (CDC) Canada, where colleagues work across markets to serve people around the world and help improve health at scale.

Your closest partners will be the investigators and site staff at your assigned trial sites. Internally, you will work with cross-functional colleagues who support clinical trial execution. These relationships keep information flowing, issues resolved quickly and studies moving with clarity and pace.

What you can expect here

You will be trusted to own your sites and supported to perform at your best. Your expertise and voice matter: your view from the sites helps shape how trials are run, and you will help shape better ways of working through continuous improvement.

You will grow alongside your colleagues on the job and through relevant learning offerings, building your skills with new technologies and digital tools as Novo upskills its workforce to advance AI for the benefit of people living with serious chronic diseases.

What we offer

At Novo, you'll join a global healthcare company with a unique culture and strong results. We offer continuous learning, career development, and benefits tailored to your life and career stage.

Salary

For this role the Annual Base Salary ranges from $85,500.00 - $135,500.00

The placement in the salary range will be assessed during the recruitment process based on your skills, competencies, knowledge and relevant experience match the position requirements

Incentives

Based on the role's level and other factors, the salary package may include short-term (STI) and/or long-term (LTI) incentives.

Benefits

The eligibility for specific benefits may vary based on the job and location

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More information

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