Clinical Research Associate - Cross TA / ONC - Western Canada (BC / Alberta)

ICON; Edmonton; Remote; CAD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Clinical Research Associate to oversee multiple clinical trials and ensure high-quality execution. This remote position offers the chance to lead and mentor a dynamic team while collaborating with investigators and site staff. You will play a pivotal role in developing study documents and maintaining compliance with regulatory standards. The company values diversity and offers a competitive salary along with a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance options and retirement planning. If you have a passion for clinical research and a commitment to excellence, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health Insurance Options

Retirement Planning

Global Employee Assistance Programme

Flexible Benefits

Annual Leave Entitlements

Life Assurance

Gym Memberships

Childcare Vouchers

Travel Passes

Health Assessments

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in clinical trial monitoring.
• In-depth knowledge of GCP and ICH guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Oversee multiple clinical trials ensuring high-quality execution.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to junior team members.

Skills

Clinical Trial Monitoring

Good Clinical Practice (GCP)

Effective Communication

Analytical Monitoring

Patient Recruitment Strategies

Education

B.Sc. in Biological Sciences

Registered Nurse (R.N.)

Tools

CTMS

EDC

TMF

IWRS

Safety Reporting Tools

Job description

As a Clinical Research Associate, you will join the world’s largest and most comprehensive clinical research organization, powered by healthcare intelligence.

What you will be doing:

• Oversee multiple clinical trials (cross TA/ONC), ensuring high-quality execution
• Provide leadership and mentorship to junior flex team members
• Act as Lead SM, training and guiding other Site Managers on study protocols
• Develop essential study start-up documents, including SIV agendas
• Represent Site Managers and Lead Trial Managers (LTMs) in key meetings
• Ensure the SM perspective is reflected in study documents like Monitoring Guidelines
• Review reports (SQV, SMV, SCV) for sites assigned to other SMs within the same trial
• Support country budget development and contract negotiations in collaboration with CCS colleagues
• Assist with ASV activities and ensure alignment with study objectives
• Maintain compliance with Metrics/KPIs as outlined in the Quality Oversight Plan (QOP)

You Are:

• Remote position located in Western Canada (BC or Alberta)
• Minimum of a B.Sc., R.N., or equivalent degree, preferably in Biological Sciences
• At least 2 years of experience monitoring clinical trials in the pharmaceutical industry
• Knowledge of several therapeutic areas is an asset, including oncology – preferably Hematology, Prostate Cancer, Lung Cancer, Early development (Phase 1)
• Knowledge of risk-based/analytical monitoring approaches is an asset
• Proficiency in clinical trial systems such as CTMS, EDC, TMF, IWRS, and safety reporting tools
• Ability to actively drive patient recruitment strategies at assigned sites
• Strong collaboration with investigators and site staff to meet study timelines
• Effective communication and influencing skills to manage study sites effectively, both remotely and in-person
• Ability to work independently while being a strong collaborator
• In-depth understanding of Good Clinical Practice (GCP), ICH guidelines, and local regulatory requirements
• Up to 50% regional travel required
• Legally authorized to work in Canada; sponsorship for employment visa is not required

What ICON can offer you:

Our success depends on the quality of our people. That’s why we’ve made it a priority to build a diverse culture that rewards high performance and nurtures talent.

In addition to your competitive salary, ICON offers a range of benefits focused on well-being and work-life balance, including:

• Various annual leave entitlements
• Health insurance options for you and your family
• Retirement planning options
• Global Employee Assistance Programme, TELUS Health, offering 24-hour access to support professionals
• Life assurance
• Flexible country-specific benefits, such as childcare vouchers, gym memberships, travel passes, and health assessments

Visit our careers website to learn more about working at ICON: https://careers.iconplc.com/benefits

At ICON, inclusion & belonging are fundamental. We are committed to providing an inclusive, accessible environment. Qualified applicants will receive equal consideration regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please let us know through the provided form: https://careers.iconplc.com/reasonable-accommodations

Interested but unsure if you meet all requirements? We encourage you to apply—your skills might be exactly what we’re looking for, whether for this or other roles at ICON.