Study Start-Up & Site Activation Specialist

Parexel International; Alberta; Hybrid; CAD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Parexel International is seeking a Site Activation Partner to lead or support operational activities from study start-up to close-out for assigned sites, ensuring compliance with ICH/GCP, sponsor standards, and study timelines.

Responsibilities include initiating and coordinating documents for the Investigator Initiation Package (IIP), resolving site issues, coordinating with regulatory groups, updating clinical trial systems, and proactive site performance monitoring.

Qualifications

• BS/BA in life sciences preferred.
• Minimum 2 years in Clinical Trials environment and site activation.
• Experience in pharma/CRO is an asset.
• Knowledge of ICH/GCP, FDA and local regulations.
• Fluent in local language and English; multilingual a plus.

Responsibilities

• Initiate and coordinate activities and essential documents for IIP.
• Provide support to resolve site issues and escalate as needed.
• Coordinate with other roles to ensure timely site activation and operations.
• Collaborate with regulatory group and manage site documents.
• Update clinical trial systems tracking site compliance and performance.
• Identify and resolve investigator site issues.

Skills

Clinical Trials

Site Activation

Regulatory Knowledge

English Proficiency

Education

BS/BA in Life Sciences

Diploma/Certificate

Job description

Parexel International is seeking a Site Activation Partner to lead or support operational activities from study start-up to close-out for assigned sites, ensuring compliance with ICH/GCP, sponsor standards, and study timelines.

Responsibilities include initiating and coordinating documents for the Investigator Initiation Package (IIP), resolving site issues, coordinating with regulatory groups, updating clinical trial systems, and proactive site performance monitoring.