Research Associate

IQVIA LLC; Henley-on-Thames; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

IQVIA LLC is seeking an on-site Monitor/CRA to perform initiation, ongoing monitoring and close-out visits within interventional studies in the United Kingdom. You will drive subject recruitment plans, administer protocol training, maintain TMF/ISF, and escalate any quality findings.

The role requires a minimum of 2 years’ on-site monitoring experience, a degree in a scientific discipline or healthcare, and full UK right to work. Strong regulatory knowledge and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of on-site monitoring experience in interventional studies.
• Strong knowledge of GCP and ICH guidelines.
• Ability to manage site communications and regulatory submissions.

Responsibilities

• Perform site monitoring visits (initiation, routine and close-out) per contract and regulatory requirements.
• Work with sites to recruit subjects and track recruitment plans.
• Administer study training to sites and maintain site communications.
• Ensure TMF/ISF documentation is complete and compliant.
• Escalate quality issues and manage data queries and CRFs.
• Collaborate with study team for project execution and issue resolution.

Skills

On-site monitoring

GCP/ICH knowledge

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Relationship management

Education

Science or healthcare degree

Job description

• 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
• Requires at least 2 years on-site monitoring experience of interventional studies
• Degree in scientific discipline or health care or equivalent industry experience
• Good knowledge of, and skill in applying, applicable clinical research regulatory requirements i.e., Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and International Conference on Harmonization (ICH) guidelines
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers and clients
• Full UK right to work required, this position is not eligible for 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

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