Senior Clinical Research Associate (Sr. CRA) - Contractor, UK (CON11HM314)

Cmed Group Ltd; Horsham; Remote; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Part time

Job summary

A contract research organization is seeking a Senior Clinical Research Associate for a freelance remote role based in the UK. The ideal candidate will possess over five years of clinical monitoring experience and a strong understanding of ICH-GCP guidelines. Responsibilities include managing site qualifications and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. This position offers a flexible work arrangement and opportunities for growth in the clinical research field.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of clinical monitoring experience required.
• Good knowledge of pharmaceuticals and medical terminology is essential.
• Proactive problem-solving skills are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Manage site qualification and monitoring activities.
• Ensure adherence to GCP and regulatory requirements.
• Provide support for clinical operations and site staff.

Skills

Fluent English

Clinical monitoring experience

Knowledge of ICH-GCP guidelines

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in science or related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Job description

The Aixial Group is an International Contract Research Organization (CRO), a member of the ALTEN Group, with offices located in France, UK, US, Belgium, Denmark, Sweden, Switzerland, Romania, and India.

The CRO occupies a unique position in the clinical research industry, supporting biotech in clinical trials across all phases (Ph. I - IV) and non-interventional studies, as an expert in the operational delivery of clinical trials. Our vision is to conduct clinical trials better than anyone else, to help patients and ultimately save lives. We have earned a strong reputation for successfully delivering complex, demanding and innovative clinical trials, with specialist therapeutic expertise in oncology, cell & gene therapy, radiopharmaceuticals and rare diseases.

We are currently looking for a Senior Clinical Research Associate. This is a freelance role for up to 0.4 FTE. This position is remote and can be based anywhere in the UK.

Core Accountabilities

The Clinical Research Associate is responsible for site management and monitoring activities associated with clinical studies. This position may be assigned to monitor a specific study or studies, co-monitor with other CRAs or provide other support to Clinical Operations which is appropriate for their level of expertise.

Principal Responsibilities

Site Management

• Perform site qualification, site initiation, interim monitoring, close-out visits for Phase I - IV studies onsite or remotely in accordance with current ICH GCP guidelines, local regulatory requirements and appropriate SOPs.
• Confirm investigator adherence to ICH GCP, local regulatory requirements and to the protocol procedures.
• Adhere to the project plans, as applicable, for assigned studies.
• Complete and submit timely site visit reports per the monitoring plan/SOPs.
• Verify investigator maintenance of study documentation throughout the life of the study including essential documents, Investigator Site File, source documentation, drug accountability, and safety reporting.
• Serve as primary point of contact for assigned sites establishing and maintaining a good working relationship with site staff.
• Discuss, review, and document patient recruitment strategies with assigned sites.
• Work with Global Project Leader (GPM), and/or Clinical Team Lead (CTL) to ensure that clinical monitoring activities are conducted on time, in accordance with the monitoring plan.
• Support assigned sites with vendor issues (e.g., Central Laboratory, IXRS, imaging, etc.) as they arise.
• Provide any additional training as identified throughout the study (e.g., protocol amendment, query trends) to site staff as needed.
• Work with site staff on timely data entry and query resolution

Study Management

• Assist in the development of study related trackers and monitoring tools as requested.
• Review, in conjunction with Clinical and/or Data Managers, the quality and integrity of the clinical data through source data review, source data verification, and inhouse review of electronic CRF data.
• Liaise with Data Management during all stages of a study to assist with query resolution as required.
• Assist the GPM and/or CTL with updating study metrics and compiling status reports.
• Participate in study team meetings as required.

Other Clinical Operations Activities

1. Co-monitor as needed.
2. Provide additional support to Clinical Operations staff as needed.
3. Participate in department initiatives to enhance Clinical Operations

Additional

The above job description in no way states or implies these duties are the only duties performed by this employee. The incumbent is expected to perform other related duties necessary for the effective operation of the department and company.

The Company reserves the right to change or alter any of the above duties and responsibilities according to the operational needs of the department and Company.

Essential Work Experience, Qualifications and Knowledge

• Bachelor’s (or equivalent) degree in science, medical health, or related discipline or equivalent relevant experience
• Fluent English is required
• A minimum of five years of clinical monitoring experience in the Pharmaceutical/CRO industry
• Good clinical and therapeutic knowledge with understanding of medical and pharmaceutical industry terminology
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Strong knowledge of ICH-GCP guidelines and applicable regulations

Desirable Work Experience, Qualifications and Knowledge

• Medical professional with experience in clinical research
• Experience in different therapeutical areas
• Proactive problem-solving skills
• Interpersonal and organizational skills with strong attention to detail

Technical

• An understanding of physiology, pharmacology, clinical study objectives and the drug development process
• Excellent computer skills
• Skills in working with Microsoft Office products, particularly Word, Excel, PowerPoint

For more information on Aixial Group recruitment and consideration for other opportunities, please review the recruitment statement on our careers page -

https://www.aixialgroup.com/join-us/

Please be aware that we do not accept resumes from outside agencies or recruiters unless specifically requested by Aixial Group CRO Talent Acquisition. Unsolicited agency or recruiter resumes will not be eligible for referral fees and will be considered candidates Aixial may directly contact for employment application.