Clinical Research Associate - Oncology - Central region

ICON; United States; Remote; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading clinical research organization as a Clinical Research Associate, focusing on Oncology trials. You will oversee multiple trials, mentor junior team members, and ensure quality through adherence to GCP and ICH standards. Enjoy a diverse culture with comprehensive benefits including health insurance and retirement plans, while working independently and traveling up to 50%. Apply now to be part of a high-performing team that values inclusion.

Benefits

Health insurance options

Retirement plans

Global Employee Assistance Program

Life assurance

Flexible benefits

Qualifications

• 2-3 years’ experience in monitoring pharmaceutical clinical trials.
• 1-3 years’ experience in Oncology trials.

Responsibilities

• Work on multiple trials within Oncology.
• Develop site start-up documents and review study documents.
• Act as Lead SM, training other SMs on studies.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical Monitoring

Education

B.S. in Biological Sciences

R.N.

Tools

CTMS

EDC

eTMF

IWRS

Job description

As a Clinical Research Associate, you will join the world’s largest & most comprehensive clinical research organization, powered by healthcare intelligence.

What will you be doing?

• Work on multiple trials within Oncology
• Focus on quality of life with regional travel
• Demonstrate leadership through involvement in initiatives and/or serve as SME for systems/processes; mentor/coaching junior team members
• Act as Lead SM, training other SMs on studies
• Develop site start-up documents, including SIV agendas
• Review study documents, providing the SM “voice” (e.g., Monitoring Guidelines)
• Represent LTM or SM on SMTs/meetings
• Take over LTM reports review (SQV, SMV, SCV) for sites assigned to other SMs within the same trial
• Support country budget development and contract negotiations in collaboration with CCS colleagues
• Assist with ASV activities
• Adhere to Metrics/KPIs outlined in the QOP document

Interfaces – Primary/Other:

• Primary: Provider Functional Manager, Clinical Trial Assistant, Local Trial Manager, Central Study Team
• Others: Study Physician, Regional Quality/Compliance, Local Drug Safety, Site Management team, Investigators, and site personnel

You Are:

• B.S., R.N., or equivalent in Biological Sciences preferred
• Located in XXXX near a major airport
• 2-3 years’ experience in monitoring pharmaceutical clinical trials
• 1-3 years’ experience in Oncology trials
• Knowledge of therapeutic areas, analytical/risk-based monitoring (asset)
• Ability to drive patient recruitment and collaborate with investigators to meet study timelines
• Proficient in systems/databases (CTMS, EDC, eTMF, dashboards, IWRS, safety reporting)
• Strong communication and influencing skills; able to work independently and remotely
• Deep understanding of GCP, ICH, and local regulations
• Willing to travel up to 50%
• Authorized to work in the US without future sponsorship

What ICON offers:

We prioritize building a diverse, high-performing culture that rewards talent. Our benefits include:

• Various annual leave entitlements
• Health insurance options
• Retirement plans
• Global Employee Assistance Program
• Life assurance
• Flexible benefits (childcare vouchers, gym discounts, etc.)

Visit our careers site to learn more. ICON values inclusion and provides accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Learn more at Reasonable Accommodations. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all requirements, as you might still be the right fit.