Clinical Research Associate Level 2

IQVIA; Thane; On-site; INR 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

IQVIA in India is seeking a CRA 2 to perform site monitoring and management to ensure studies are conducted per protocol and regulatory requirements.

You will visit sites, support subject recruitment, provide protocol training, ensure GCP/ICH compliance, manage data queries, and maintain TMF/ISF documentation.

Strong English communication, organizational and time-management skills are essential; 1+ year on-site monitoring experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in scientific discipline or health care preferred.
• At least 1 year of on-site monitoring experience.
• Knowledge of GCP and ICH guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Perform site monitoring visits (selection, initiation, monitoring and close-out) per scope and regulatory requirements.
• Drive subject recruitment plans with sites to meet project needs.
• Administer protocol training to sites and maintain regular communication.
• Track regulatory submissions, recruitment, CRF completion, data queries, and start-up support as needed.
• Maintain TMF/ISF documentation in compliance with GCP and regulations.
• Prepare visit reports and follow-up letters to sites; collaborate with study team.

Skills

Site monitoring

Regulatory knowledge

English communication

Time management

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in scientific discipline or health care

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

CRA 2 Job Overview Perform monitoring and site management work to ensure that sites are conducting the study(ies) and reporting study data as required by the study protocol, applicable regulations and guidelines, and sponsor requirements.

Essential Functions

• 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.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree Degree in scientific discipline or health care preferred. Req
• Requires at least 1 year of on-site monitoring experience. Req
• Equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be accepted in lieu of degree. Req
• 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).
• Good therapeutic and protocol knowledge as provided in company training.
• Computer skills including proficiency in use of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint and use of a laptop computer and iPhone and iPad (where applicable).
• Written and verbal communication skills including good command of English language.
• Organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Effective time and financial management skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, managers, and clients.

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.