UK - In Vitro Diagnostics CRA

ICON; City Of London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading medical diagnostics firm is seeking an IVD Clinical Research Associate to conduct and monitor clinical studies for in vitro diagnostics. The ideal candidate will have a background in science and at least 2 years of experience in a CRA role, ideally with lab experience. Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently are essential. Occasional travel in the UK and EU is required. Full training will be provided.

Qualifications

• Up to 2 years of experience in an IVD CRA role.
• Significant lab-based experience.
• General clinical trials experience.

Responsibilities

• Design, plan, and conduct clinical research studies.
• Ensure studies comply with protocols and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain communication with study investigators.

Skills

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Planning and organizing skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving ability

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in science or relevant field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

UK-Based In Vitro Diagnostics (Senior level) CRA required to compliment the existing team of IVD CRAs.

Target candidate profiles are >BSc educated UK-based experienced CRAs (with a Lab-based background).

You will be partnering with one client focused on developing innovative medicines and diagnostics in areas such as oncology, cardiovascular, ophthalmology, immunology, CNS and infectious diseases.

You'll collaborate on impactful projects, using your expertise to enhance and contribute to the collective knowledge of our established IVD CRA team

This is an excellent and rewarding position within the client partner's long-standing team. Full training and extensive support will be provided.

Role

The IVD Clinical Research Associate will design, plan, coordinate, and conduct all activities involved in initiating, monitoring, and completing clinical research studies for in vitro diagnostics.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring studies are conducted and documented in accordance with the study protocol, standard operating procedures, good clinical practices and other applicable regulatory requirements;
• Validating product performance claims;
• Supplying data for critical Regulatory submissions;
• Defining the functional and clinical utility of investigational products, and
• Obtaining opinions and input regarding investigational products from laboratories or customers, who may be considered key opinion leaders. The CRA is responsible for adhering to the policies of the quality system and achieving quality objectives through daily actions.

Job functions / responsibilities

• Performing or coordinating aspects of clinical studies including site selection, study initiation, site monitoring, and study closeout. Maintaining communication with study investigators to ensure studies are completed in a timely fashion and ensuring that study objectives are met. Interfacing with cross functional staff to support post launch activities. Reviewing cases with investigators to resolve discrepancies. Ensuring that studies adhere to FDA regulations, Good Clinical Practices, IVD directives, and client policies and procedures

Experience, Skills, Knowledge Requirements

• Excellent oral and written communication skills. Excellent planning, organizing, and interpersonal skills. Ability to work independently, make sound decisions, and to analyze and solve problems. Demonstrated experience in computer skills to include Microsoft Office, and basic templates. Medical laboratory experience stipulation. General clinical trials experience/deep understanding.
• Up to 2 years of experience in an IVD CRA role.
• Significant lab-based experience.
• Must be able to travel within UK and EU region on occasion.

Education

• Minimum - Bachelor's degree in science or relevant field.
• Medical technology degree preferred, but not required if R&D background is adequate