Clinical Research Associate - 12 months' monitoring experience required

ICON Strategic Solutions; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A global pharmaceutical company is seeking a Senior Clinical Research Associate to monitor clinical trials across the UK. Candidates should have at least 12 months' experience in monitoring and strong knowledge of the drug development process. The role involves compliance assurance and extensive travel. Benefits include competitive salary, health insurance, and various other perks.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Retirement planning

Global Employee Assistance Programme

Flexible optional benefits

Qualifications

• Up to 2 years of pharmaceutical industry experience or relevant experience (NHS or Academic).
• 12+ months’ monitoring experience required.
• Right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site selection and ongoing monitoring for clinical trials.
• Perform Site Initiation Visits and Site Closeout activities.
• Ensure compliance with protocol, GCP, and regulations.

Skills

Knowledge of clinical trial/research

Ability to travel domestically and internationally

Experience with GCP/ICH standards

Job description

Overview

Senior Clinical Research Associate (CRA) with a focus on monitoring clinical trials for a global pharmaceutical client. The role is based in the UK with travel across the Midlands or South West (nationwide travel may be required).

Role & Location

Position: Senior Clinical Research Associate (12+ months’ monitoring experience required)

Location: United Kingdom – Midlands or South West, nationwide travel possible.

Fully sponsored role with a dedicated team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site selection, initiation, and ongoing monitoring for phase I-IV protocols.
• Perform Site Initiation Visits, continuous training, and Site Closeout activities in line with SOPs.
• Ensure compliance with protocol, GCP, and local regulations to secure data integrity and patient safety.
• Manage study milestones, data queries, and investigator folder documentation.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and site personnel to resolve issues and implement corrective actions.
• Prepare and negotiate financial contracts and investigator remuneration.

Qualifications

• Right to work in the UK.
• Up to 2 years of pharmaceutical industry experience or other relevant experience (NHS or Academic).
• Strong knowledge of the drug development process specifically clinical trial/research.
• Knowledge of international standards (GCP/ICH, FDA, EMEA).
• 12+ months’ monitoring experience required.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally as needed.
• Minimum of 50% overnight travel may be required.

Travel & Availability

Domestic travel across the UK (and occasional international travel) is required. Over 50% overnight travel may be expected.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and various annual leave entitlements.
• Health insurance offerings to suit you and your family’s needs.
• Competitive retirement planning to maximize savings.
• Global Employee Assistance Programme providing 24‑hour access to a network of independent professionals.
• Life assurance and flexible country‑specific optional benefits (childcare vouchers, bike purchase schemes, gym memberships, discounted travel passes, health assessments).

Equal Opportunity & Accommodations

ICON is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process or to perform the essential functions of the position, please let us know through the reasonable accommodations form.