Clinical Research Associate

Healthcare Businesswomen’s Association; East Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A global pharmaceutical company is seeking a Clinical Research Associate to manage clinical trial sites and ensure compliance with regulations. The role involves site initiation visits, monitoring, and collaboration with internal teams. Candidates should have a relevant degree, up to two years of clinical research experience, and the ability to travel as needed. Join this team to support innovative treatments and improve patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Up to two years of experience in clinical research with focus on monitoring.
• Strong knowledge of international standards including GCP and ICH.
• Fluent in written and spoken English.

Responsibilities

• Manage study sites to ensure compliance with protocols and regulations.
• Conduct site initiation visits and deliver tailored training to site personnel.
• Perform ongoing site monitoring to ensure data quality and patient safety.

Skills

Clinical Monitoring

Clinical Research

Collaboration

Data Integrity

Decision Making Skills

Education

Degree in a scientific or health-related discipline

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

Clinical Trial Management Systems

Job description

Overview

Job Description Summary

Location: This role is field based (home office) and requires national travel.

Relocation support: Novartis is unable to offer relocation support: please only apply if accessible.

Step into a role where your work truly matters. As a Clinical Research Associate (CRA) at Novartis, you’ll help advance innovative treatments by ensuring excellence in clinical trial execution. Working within Study & Site Operations in Global Drug Development (GDD), you’ll manage site relationships and oversee on-site and remote monitoring from initiation through completion of Phase I–IV trials. You’ll ensure compliance with ICH/GCP, local regulations, and SOPs, while proactively managing site performance, recruitment, and quality. As the main point of contact for sites, you’ll identify needs early and resolve issues efficiently. Join a passionate team, support breakthrough science, and help deliver life-changing therapies to patients faster.

This position is part of the Study & Site Operations (SSO) EMEA GBR Field Monitor Management team and reports directly to CRA Manager.

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Key Responsibilities

• Manage study sites to ensure compliance with protocols, regulations, and Novartis procedures
• Conduct site initiation visits and deliver tailored training to site personnel
• Perform ongoing site monitoring to ensure data quality and patient safety
• Implement site management strategies to address compliance and operational issues
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of all monitoring activities
• Ensure continuous updates to global and local electronic systems
• Identify, resolve, and escalate site-related issues as appropriate
• Maintain up-to-date Trial Master Files and collect essential site documents
• Support audit and inspection readiness, ensuring timely corrective actions
• Collaborate with internal teams to support recruitment and contingency planning

Essential Requirements

• Degree in a scientific or health-related discipline; advanced degree preferred
• Fluent in written and spoken English
• Up to two years of experience in clinical research, with focus on monitoring and trial execution
• Strong knowledge of international standards including GCP and ICH
• Proven ability to manage sites independently and resolve issues proactively
• Willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally as needed
• Full UK driving license

Desirable Requirements

• Experience working in a global pharmaceutical or CRO environment

Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

Novartis is committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams representative of the patients and communities we serve.

Skills Desired

Clinical Monitoring, Clinical Research, Clinical Study Reports, Clinical Trial Management Systems, Clinical Trials, Collaboration, Data Integrity, Decision Making Skills, Lifesciences