Clinical Research Associate - Oncology - Central region (Field Based)

Pharmaceutical Research Associates, Inc; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading clinical research organization is seeking a Clinical Research Associate to manage oncology trials and mentor junior staff. The role requires a strong background in clinical trial monitoring, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to quality. Candidates should have a degree in Biological Sciences and relevant experience in the pharmaceutical industry.

Benefits

Annual leave entitlements

Health insurance options

Retirement plans

Global Employee Assistance Programme

Life assurance

Childcare vouchers

Gym discounts

Travel passes

Health assessments

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-3 years’ experience in clinical trial monitoring.
• Experience monitoring Oncology trials preferred.
• Strong understanding of Good Clinical Practice and ICH guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple trials within Oncology.
• Demonstrate leadership and mentor junior team members.
• Develop site start-up documents and review study documents.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Analytical skills

Partnership skills

Education

B.S., R.N., or equivalent in Biological Sciences

Tools

CTMS

EDC

eTMF

IWRS

Job description

Overview

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

Responsibilities

What will you be doing?

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

Interfaces – Primary/Other:

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

Qualifications

You Are:

• B.S., R.N., or equivalent in Biological Sciences (preferred)
• Located in Central region near a major airport
• Minimum 2-3 years’ experience in clinical trial monitoring within the pharmaceutical industry
• Minimum 1-3 years' experience monitoring Oncology trials
• Knowledge across therapeutic areas
• Experience with analytical/risk-based monitoring is a plus
• Ability to drive patient recruitment strategies
• Strong partnership skills with investigators and site staff
• Proficient with systems like CTMS, EDC, eTMF, dashboards, IWRS, safety reporting
• Excellent communication and influencing skills; able to work independently and as part of a team
• Deep understanding of Good Clinical Practice, ICH guidelines, and local regulations
• Willingness to travel up to 50%
• Legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship

What ICON can offer you: We prioritize building a diverse culture that rewards high performance and nurtures talent. Benefits include:

• Annual leave entitlements
• Health insurance options
• Retirement plans
• Global Employee Assistance Programme (TELUS Health)
• Life assurance
• Optional benefits like childcare vouchers, gym discounts, travel passes, health assessments

Visit our careers website to learn more: https://careers.iconplc.com/benefits

ICON values inclusion & belonging, providing an accessible environment for all candidates. We are committed to equal opportunity employment. If you require accommodations during the application process, please contact us through the provided link: https://careers.iconplc.com/reasonable-accommodations

Interested but unsure if you meet all requirements? We encourage you to apply—your skills may be a perfect fit for this or other roles at ICON.