Clinical Research Associate

ICON; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 91,336 - 114,170; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Various annual leave entitlements

Health insurance offerings

Retirement planning offerings

Global EAP program LifeWorks

Life assurance

Country-specific benefits

Job summary

ICON plc is seeking a Clinical Research Associate (CRA II) for the West Region in the United States. You will design and monitor early‑stage development trials, ensuring data integrity and patient safety while collaborating with investigators and study staff.

Requirements include a science/healthcare bachelor’s degree, 2+ years as a CRA, ICH-GCP knowledge, and Phase I experience. Travel ~65–75% is expected as part of the role.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of Clinical Research Associate experience.
• In-depth knowledge of clinical trial processes and ICH-GCP guidelines.
• Phase I CRA experience in any therapeutic area.
• Strong organizational and communication skills with attention to detail.
• Willingness to travel approximately 65–75% (West region).

Responsibilities

• Conduct site qualification, initiation, monitoring, and close-out visits.
• Ensure protocol compliance, data integrity, and patient safety.
• Collaborate with investigators and site staff for smooth study conduct.
• Perform data review and resolution of queries to ensure quality data.
• Contribute to study documentation, including protocols and study reports.

Skills

CRA experience

ICH-GCP knowledge

Phase I CRA

Organizational skills

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree in science/healthcare

Job description

Clinical Research Associate - Early Stage Development - West Region

ICON plc is a world‑leading healthcare intelligence and clinical research organization. We’re proud to foster an inclusive environment driving innovation and excellence, and we welcome you to join us on our mission to shape the future of clinical development.

As a CRA II at ICON, you will design and analyze clinical trials, interpreting complex medical data, and contribute to the advancement of innovative treatments and therapies.

What You Will Do

You will contribute to clinical trial monitoring activities, taking responsibility for your deliverables and working collaboratively. Focus is early‑stage development clinical trials (non‑oncology).

Key responsibilities include:

• Conducting site qualification, initiation, monitoring, and close‑out visits for clinical trials.
• Ensuring protocol compliance, data integrity, and patient safety throughout the trial process.
• Collaborating with investigators and site staff to facilitate smooth study conduct.
• Performing data review and resolution of queries to maintain high‑quality clinical data.
• Contributing to the preparation and review of study documentation, including protocols and clinical study reports.

Your Profile

You will bring relevant clinical trial monitoring experience, along with the following qualifications and skills.

Required qualifications and experience:

• Bachelor's degree in a scientific or healthcare‑related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Clinical Research Associate.
• In‑depth knowledge of clinical trial processes, regulations, and ICH‑GCP guidelines.
• At least 2 years Phase I experience as a CRA within any therapeutic area.
• Strong organizational and communication skills, with attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast‑paced environment.
• Willingness to travel as required (approximately 65‑75%) West region.

What ICON can offer you

Our success depends on the quality of our people. That’s why we’ve made it a priority to build a diverse culture that rewards high performance and nurtures talent.

In addition to your competitive salary, ICON offers a range of additional benefits. Our benefits are designed to be competitive within each country and are focused on well‑being and work life balance opportunities for you and your family.

Our benefits examples include:

• Various annual leave entitlements
• A range of health insurance offerings to suit you and your family’s needs.
• Competitive retirement planning offerings to maximize savings and plan with confidence for the years ahead.
• Global Employee Assistance Programme, LifeWorks, offering 24‑hour access to a global network of over 80,000 independent specialized professionals who are there to support you and your family’s well‑being.
• Life assurance
• Flexible country‑specific optional benefits, including childcare vouchers, bike purchase schemes, discounted gym memberships, subsidised travel passes, health assessments, among others.

At ICON, inclusion & belonging are fundamental to our culture and values. We’re dedicated to providing an inclusive and accessible environment for all candidates. ICON is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please let us know or submit a request here.

Salary range: $91,336.00-$114,170.00

Actual compensation will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, education/training, and skill level. You may be eligible for a bonus, stock compensation and commissions in some cases depending on your role and performance.