Experienced Clinical Research Associate, Sponsor Dedicated

IQVIA, Inc.; Reading; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global provider of clinical research services is seeking Clinical Research Associates (CRAs) of all levels to join their growing team. This role involves site monitoring, managing study protocols, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Candidates should hold a life science degree and possess independent monitoring experience. Join us to drive healthcare forward and contribute to the development of innovative medical treatments.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Stable workload

Access to cutting-edge medicines

Use of advanced site visit apps

Qualifications

• Experience in independent on-site monitoring.
• Handled multiple protocols and sites across various drug indications.
• Ability to travel as required.

Responsibilities

• Perform site monitoring visits in accordance with GCP and ICH guidelines.
• Work with sites to enhance subject recruitment plans.
• Evaluate quality and integrity of study site practices.

Skills

Strong communication

Written skills

Presentation skills

Flexibility

Education

Life science degree

Job description

Our Sponsor Dedicated (cFSP) team is growing and we are looking for aspiring CRAs of all levels, join us on our mission to drive healthcare forward!

What We Offer

• The chance to work on cutting edge medicines at the forefront of new medicines development
• IQVIA has access to significant data pools allowing better site selection and recruitment. This helps drive performance of sites making the CRA role more efficient and discussions at site more productive. Next generation clinical development!
• We offer genuine career development opportunities for those who want to grow as part of the organization
• We invest in keeping our teams stable, so workload is consistent
• As a CRA you will receive an iPad and use of key developments such as site visit app's, site visit report app's that allow CRA's to do their day job more efficiently

Responsibilities

• Perform site monitoring visits (selection, initiation, monitoring and close-out visits) in accordance with contracted scope of work and regulatory requirements, i.e., Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and International Conference on Harmonization (ICH) guidelines
• Work with sites to adapt, drive, and track subject recruitment plan in line with project needs to enhance predictability
• Administer protocol and related study training to assigned sites and establish regular lines of communication with sites to manage ongoing project expectations and issues
• Evaluate the quality and integrity of study site practices related to the proper conduct of the protocol and adherence to applicable regulations. Escalate quality issues as appropriate
• Manage the progress of assigned studies by tracking regulatory submissions and approvals, recruitment and enrollment, case report form (CRF) completion and submission, and data query generation and resolution. May support start-up phase
• Ensure copies/originals (as required) site documents are available for filing in the Trial Master File (TMF) and verify that the Investigator's Site File (ISF) is maintained in accordance with GCP and local regulatory requirements
• Create and maintain appropriate documentation regarding site management, monitoring visit findings and action plans by submitting regular visit reports, generating follow-up letters and other required study documentation
• Collaborate and liaise with study team members for project execution support as appropriate
• If applicable, may be accountable for supporting development of project subject recruitment plan on a per site basis
• If applicable, may be accountable for site financial management according to executed clinical trial agreement and retrieve invoices according to local requirement

Requirements

• You should be life science degree educated
• You have experience of independent on-site monitoring experience
• You've handled multiple protocols and sites across a variety of drug indications
• Flexibility and ability to travel
• Strong communication, written and presentation skills

Awards

• FORTUNE Magazine's World's Most Admired Companies list for the fourth year in a row - Ranked #1 in Its Category for the Second Consecutive Year
• Best AI-based Solution for Healthcare" Award in 2023 Artificial Intelligence Breakthrough Awards

This role is not eligible for UK visa sponsorship

IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. Learn more at https://jobs.iqvia.com