Clinical Research Associate-Freelance

Translational Research in Oncology; Dallas (TX); Remote; USD 83,000 - 131,000; Full time

Job summary

Translational Research in Oncology (TRIO) seeks an experienced Clinical Research Associate (CRA) or Senior CRA for a remote, one-year Independent Contractor role. Ideal candidates are based in the United States and ready to support oncology trials with high rigor and collaboration.

Responsibilities include site monitoring, data verification, and ensuring compliance with FDA/ICH-GCP guidelines while mentoring junior staff and coordinating regulatory documents. Travel up to 60% may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a science-related field.
• Minimum 3 years oncology experience as a CRA/CRC/Research Nurse.
• Strong knowledge of ICH-GCP and FDA regulations.

Responsibilities

• Perform data verification of source documents.
• Conduct site visits (pre-study, initiation, monitoring, termination).
• Ensure FDA/ICH-GCP compliance.
• Assist with data validation and query resolution.
• Mentor junior team members.
• Coordinate regulatory document completion and collection.

Skills

Data verification

Site monitoring

Regulatory compliance

Mentoring

Travel readiness

Education

Science-related Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Clinical trial information systems

Job description

If you are an experienced CRA who is passionate about oncology research and looking to join a highly skilled and knowledgeable team, TRIO could be the place for you! Translational Research in Oncology (TRIO) is a global academic clinical research organization dedicated to advancing translational cancer research in the clinical trial setting. Our passionate team is committed to providing cancer treatments of the future to the world of today. TRIO is looking for a Clinical Research Associate (CRA) or Senior Clinical Research Associate (Senior CRA) to join our Monitoring Resources team.

This is a remote Independent Contractor opportunity under a one-year contract requiring full-time availability. Applicants must be based in the United States, with preference given to candidates located in the Central or Western regions.

Responsibilities:

• Performing data verification of source documents;
• Conducting site visits, including pre-study, initiation, monitoring, and termination;
• Confirming adherence to all FDA, ICH-GCP, and local regulations;
• Ensuring implementation and compliance with FDA, and ICH-GCP guidelines
• Assisting with data validation and query resolution
• Mentoring junior team members as required
• Ensuring the completion and collection of regulatory documents

Qualifications:

• A minimum of 3 years of oncology experience as a CRA, Clinical Research Coordinator, and/or Research Nurse;
• Minimum of 1 year monitoring experience on an early phase trial
• Experience monitoring Phase I trials will be valued.
• Experience in solid tumor trials, including breast, lung, gastric, ovarian, and/or pancreatic cancer, is preferred;
• Fluent in English
• Completion of a science-related Bachelor’s degree
• Excellent knowledge of medical terminology and clinical monitoring process
• Strong ICH-GCPs knowledge
• Experience with clinical trial information systems
• Ability to travel up to 60% on average
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

The contract rate and seniority level will be determined based on the applicant’s education, relevant experience, location, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and market data.

If you are ready to take the next step in your oncology clinical research career and contribute to meaningful cancer research, we would love to hear from you!

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