Senior Clinical Research Associate

IQVIA; Greater London; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development opportunities

Flexible working

Well-being support

Job summary

IQVIA UK is seeking a Senior Clinical Research Associate with Phase 1 experience to join the cFSP team in London. You will perform site monitoring visits and ensure GCP/ICH compliance while coordinating with sites to support study conduct.

4+ years of on-site monitoring in interventional trials, valid UK right to work, and strong collaboration are essential. IQVIA offers development opportunities and flexible work arrangements to help deliver patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• 4+ years on-site monitoring experience in interventional studies (Phase 1).
• Strong knowledge of GCP and ICH guidelines.
• Full UK right to work; visa sponsorship not available.

Responsibilities

• Perform site monitoring visits (selection, initiation, monitoring and close‑out visits) in line with contracted scope and regulatory requirements (GCP/ICH).
• Drive and track subject recruitment plans with sites to meet project needs and predictability.
• Administer protocol training to sites and maintain regular communication to manage expectations and issues.
• Evaluate quality and integrity of site practices and escalate quality issues as needed.
• Track regulatory submissions, recruitment, CRF completion, data query resolution, and study progress.
• Maintain Trial Master File (TMF) and Investigator's Site File (ISF) documentation.
• Collaborate with study team to support project execution.

Skills

Site monitoring

GCP/ICH compliance

UK right to work

Job description

Join IQVIA on our mission to accelerate innovation for a healthier world! IQVIA UK’s cFSP team is seeking Senior Clinical Research Associates with Phase 1 experience.

Why IQVIA?

• Career development opportunities to grow as we grow
• Flexible working to assist work–life balance and professional success
• Well‑being support covering your physical, mental, and financial health
• Awards 2026 "Glassdoor Best Place to Work in the UK" #1 in category - 2026 Fortune® World’s Most Admired Companies™ list (for the FIFTH consecutive year!)
• Brandon Hall Excellence Award for Learning & Development

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

Requirements

Requires at least 4 years years on‑site monitoring experience of interventional studies, including phase 1 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 https://jobs.iqvia.com IQVIA is committed to integrity in our hiring process and maintains a zero tolerance policy for candidate fraud. All information and credentials submitted in your application must be truthful and complete. Any false statements, misrepresentations, or material omissions during the recruitment process will result in immediate disqualification of your application, or termination of employment if discovered later, in accordance with applicable law. We appreciate your honesty and professionalism. IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create connections that accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments. Everything we do is part of a journey to improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide.

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