Clinical Research Associate

BD; Sparks Corner (MD); On-site; USD 76,000 - 121,000; Full time

Job summary

BD is seeking a Clinical Research Associate to monitor and manage clinical sites and studies, ensuring adherence to GCP, regulatory requirements, and company policies. The role involves hands-on site management, risk assessment, and collaboration with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment.

Travel up to 40% is required, with remote or hybrid working options. The successful candidate will have a strong focus on data integrity, site communications, and timely reporting as part of

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in healthcare, life sciences, or related field.
• Knowledge of clinical trial processes and regulatory requirements (GCP, FDA, HIPAA).
• Experience with trial management systems and data handling is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage and monitor assigned clinical sites and studies for quality and compliance.
• Conduct monitoring visits via onsite, remote, or hybrid methods and document findings.
• Perform SDR/SDV according to study requirements and maintain study documentation.
• Review monitoring plans and trial documents to ensure protocol adherence.
• Support TMF maintenance, site feasibility, and risk management activities.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication

Relationship building

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in healthcare, life sciences, or related field

Tools

EDC systems

CTMS

eTMF

Veeva Vault TMF

Veeva CDMS

Job description

As a result of the combination of the BD Biosciences and Diagnostic Solutions business with Waters Corporation (NYSE: WAT), by applying to this role, you will be applying for a position with Waters. Waters is a global leader in life sciences, dedicated to accelerating the benefits of pioneering science through analytical technologies, informatics, and service. With a focus on regulated, high-volume testing environments, Waters’ innovative portfolio harnesses deep scientific expertise across biology, chemistry, and physics. Waters collaborates with analytical laboratories around the world to advance the release of effective, high-quality medicines, assure the safety of food and water, and drive better patient outcomes by detecting diseases earlier, managing routine infections, and combatting growing antibiotic resistance. Through a shared culture of relentless innovation, Waters’ passionate team of approximately 16,000 colleagues partner with customers to turn scientific challenges into breakthroughs that improve lives worldwide.

We Are The People Who Give Possibilities Purpose

BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health™ is our Purpose, and it’s no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us—from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year—to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities.

Summary

Job Description

The Clinical Research Associate (CRA) is responsible for the management and monitoring of assigned clinical research studies and investigative sites. This role ensures studies are conducted in compliance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP), applicable regulatory requirements, company policies, and established quality standards.

The CRA will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams and study sites to support the successful execution of clinical research activities. This position offers an excellent opportunity for early-career clinical research professionals to develop monitoring expertise through hands‑on site management, study oversight, and collaboration with experienced clinical operations leaders. This role requires approximately 40% travel.

The CRA will have strong organizational, communication, and site management skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet competing deadlines in a fast‑paced environment. They will work independently while fostering teamwork in a remote or hybrid environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage and monitor assigned clinical sites and studies to ensure compliance, quality, and operational success.
• Conduct monitoring activities, including qualification, initiation, routine monitoring, and closeout visits through onsite, remote, virtual, or in‑house methods.
• Perform source data review (SDR) and source data verification (SDV) according to study requirements.
• Develop a comprehensive understanding of study protocols, investigational products, instructions for use (IFU), and related study documentation.
• Review and contribute to monitoring plans, study source documents, and other study‑related materials.
• Ensure sites conduct clinical studies in compliance with protocol requirements, GCP, ISO standards, regulatory requirements, and IRB/EC policies.
• Prioritize patient safety and verify proper informed consent procedures are followed and documented.
• Support site feasibility assessments and site selection activities.
• Prepare timely, accurate, and high‑quality monitoring reports, visit documentation, and communication records.
• Facilitate site initiation visits and support the development and delivery of site‑facing training and presentation materials.
• Identify, communicate, and help resolve study risks, issues, and compliance concerns.
• Participate in study team meetings and provide regular updates regarding site status, performance, risks, and progress.
• Maintain Trial Master Files (TMF) and ensure timely site closeout activities.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in healthcare, life sciences, or related scientific discipline.
• Working knowledge of clinical trial processes, monitoring activities, data management, and investigational product handling.
• Knowledge of applicable regulations and guidelines, including ICH-GCP, FDA regulations, ISO standards, and HIPAA requirements.

Preferred Qualifications & Skills

• 2 years of Clinical Research Associate experience, Clinical Research Coordinator experience, or relevant laboratory experience supporting clinical research, diagnostics, biotechnology, medical device, or pharmaceutical studies.
• Experience supporting diagnostic, in vitro diagnostic (IVD), point-of-care (POC), molecular biology, microbiology, or laboratory‑based clinical studies.
• Laboratory experience in molecular biology, microbiology, or blood culture testing.
• Experience working with electronic data capture (EDC), clinical trial management systems (CTMS), and electronic Trial Master File (eTMF) platforms.
• Experience with Veeva Vault TMF and/or Veeva CDMS platforms.

What Makes You Successful

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to build relationships with investigative sites and internal stakeholders.
• Excellent organizational and time‑management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Adaptability and willingness to learn in a fast‑paced clinical research environment.

Why Join Us?

To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of healthcare. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow and thrive.

We believe that when people connect in person, we learn faster, collaborate more deeply, and build a stronger culture. Join us and enjoy a culture where face‑to‑face collaboration supports your learning, your progress, and your success.

To learn more about BD visit https://bd.com/careers.

Becton, Dickinson, and Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

Optional Skills

Primary Work Location

USA MD - Sparks - 7 Loveton Circle

Additional Locations

Work Shift

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Salary Range Information

$75,800.00 - $121,300.00 USD Annual