Clinical Research Associate I

ThermoFisher Scientific; Singapore; Remote; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Thermo Fisher Scientific in Singapore is seeking a Clinical Research Associate to oversee local sites and drive study delivery across trials. You will coordinate with investigators and local study teams to ensure timely and compliant execution of monitoring activities and data capture.

The role requires strong knowledge of ICH-GCP, regulatory requirements and excellent communication. You will contribute to study conduct, quality assurance and inspection readiness in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Degree in scientific discipline or health care.
• Good knowledge of GCP/ICH guidelines and regulatory requirements.
• Strong written and verbal English communication.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site monitoring visits in line with the Monitoring Plan.
• Ensure data quality and timely reporting in CTMS.
• Prepare, initiate, monitor and close assigned sites.
• Collaborate with study teams to support regulatory submissions.
• Maintain inspection readiness and assist with audits.

Skills

Regulatory knowledge

English communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in life sciences

Job description

Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Office

Job Description

Join Us as a Clinical Research Associate – Make an Impact at the Forefront of Innovation

We have successfully supported the top 50 pharmaceutical companies and more than 750 biotechs, spanning 2,700 clinical trials across 100+ countries in the last 5 years.

Short role description

The Clinical Research Associate (CRA) has local responsibility for the delivery of the studies at allocated sites and is an active participant in the local study team(s). The CRA works in close collaboration with other CRAs and the local Study Team/ Local Study Associate Director (LSAD) to ensure that study commitments are achieved in a timely and efficient manner. The CRA acts as the main contact with the study site and has the responsibility for monitoring the study conduct to ensure proper delivery of the study.

The CRA is responsible for the preparation, initiation, monitoring and closure of assigned sites in clinical studies, in compliance with AZ Procedural Documents, international guidelines such as ICH-GCP, and relevant local regulations and that the sites deliver according to their respective commitment in the individual studies.

A CRA with longer tenure and experience may take on additional responsibilities that include additional tasks associated with LSAD.

CRAs might have different internal titles based on the experience level (CRA, Senior CRA). The experience level depends on the years of experience, performance record, level of independence in the role, ability to take on additional tasks or tutor more junior colleagues. The Director, Country Head may assign this internal title after confirmation with Senior Director, Cluster Head or Executive Director, Regional Head.

Typical Accountabilities

• Contributes to the selection of potential investigators.

• In some countries, as required, CRAs are accountable for study start-up and regulatory maintenance. Tasks may include Site Qualification Visits, collection, preparation, review and tracking of documents for the application process; submission of proper application/documents to EC/IRB and to Regulatory Authorities for start-up and for the duration of the study.

• Trains, supports and advises Investigators and site staff in study related matters, including Risk Based Quality Management (RbQM) principles.

• Confirms that site staff have completed and documented the required trainings appropriately, including ICH-GCP training, prior to and for the duration of the study. Ensures the sites are inspection ready at all times.

• Actively participates in Local Study Team (LST) meetings.

• Contributes to National Investigators meetings, as applicable.

• Initiates, monitors and closes study sites in compliance with AZ Procedural Documents. Shares information on patient recruitment and study site progress (site quality/performance) within the LST.

• Drives performance at the sites. Proactively identifies and ensures timely resolution to study-related issues and escalates them as appropriate.

• Updates CTMS and other systems with data from study sites as per required timelines.

• Manages study supplies (e.g., etc), drug supplies and drug accountability at study site. Prepares study drug for destruction, if applicable.

• Performs monitoring visits (remote and onsite), as well as remote data checks, in accordance with the timelines specified in the Study specific Monitoring Plan. If required, determines and discusses with LSAD the correct timing and type of visits.

• Performs Source Data Review (SDR), Case Report Form (CRF) review and Source Data Verification (SDV), in accordance with the Monitoring Plan.

• Performs regular Site Quality Risk Assessments and adapts monitoring intensity accordingly during the study.

• Ensures data query resolution in a timely manner.

• Works with data management to ensure robust quality of the collected study data.

• Ensures accurate and timely reporting of Serious Adverse Events and their follow ups.

• Prepares and finalises monitoring visit reports in CTMS and provides timely feed-back to the Principal Investigator, including follow-up letter, within required timelines and in line with AZ SOP.

• Follows up on outstanding actions with study sites to ensure resolution in a timely manner.

• Follows quality issue processes by escalating systematic or serious quality issues, data privacy breaches, CSP or ICH-GCP compliance issues to Local Management and/or CQM as required.

• Assists site in maintaining inspection ready ISF.

• Prepares for and collaborates with the activities associated with audits and regulatory inspections in liaison with LSAD and CQAD.

• Ensures timely collection/uploading of essential documents into the eTMF in accordance with ICH-GCP, AZ SOPs and local requirements. Supports/participates in regular QC checks performed by LSAD or delegate.

• Ensures that all study documents under their responsibility (i.e., site documents, relevant communications, etc) are available and ready for final archiving and completion of local part of the eTMF.

• Provides feedback on any research related information including sites/investigators/competing studies that might be useful for the local market.

• Ensures compliance with AstraZeneca's Code of Ethics, company policies and procedures relating to people, finance, technology, security and SHE (Safety, Health and Environment).

• Ensures compliance with local, national and regional regulations, as applicable.

• Collaborates with local MSLs as directed by LSAD or line manager.

Qualifications

• Degree in scientific discipline or health care. Equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be accepted in lieu of degree.

• This role typically requires 6 Months - 2 years of prior relevant experience. Good knowledge of clinical research regulatory requirements (i.e., Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and International Conference on Harmonization (ICH) guidelines). Written and verbal communication skills including good command of English language.

Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.