Clinical Research Associate - Oncology - Northeast

ICON; Boston, Philadelphia (MA, Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading clinical research organization seeks a Clinical Research Associate to manage oncology trials, mentor junior staff, and ensure compliance with quality standards. The role involves significant regional travel and collaboration with various stakeholders. ICON offers a supportive environment with diverse benefits.

Benefits

Annual leave entitlements

Health insurance options

Retirement plans

Global Employee Assistance Programme

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.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical Skills

Partnership Skills

Education

B.S. in Biological Sciences

R.N.

Tools

CTMS

EDC

eTMF

IWRS

Safety Reporting

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 serve as SME for systems and processes; mentor/coach junior team members
• Act as Lead SM, training other SMs on studies
• Develop site start-up documents, including SIV agendas
• Review study documents from the SM perspective (e.g., Monitoring Guidelines)
• Represent LTMs or SMs on SMTs/meetings
• Take over LTM report reviews (SQV, SMV, SCV) for sites assigned to other SMs within the same trial
• Support country budget development and contract negotiations in liaison with CCS colleagues
• Assist with ASV activities
• Adhere to Metrics/KPIs outlined in the Quality Oversight Plan (QOP)

Interfaces – Primary/Other:

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

You Are:

• B.S., R.N., or equivalent in Biological Sciences
• Located in Ohio near a major airport
• 2-3 years’ experience in monitoring pharmaceutical clinical trials
• 1-3 years’ experience in 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 in systems like CTMS, EDC, eTMF, IWRS, safety reporting
• Excellent communication and influencing skills; capable of working independently and remotely
• Deep understanding of GCP, ICH guidelines, and local regulations
• Willing to travel up to 50%
• Legally authorized to work in the US without future sponsorship

What ICON can offer you:

We prioritize our people by building a diverse culture that rewards performance and nurtures talent. Our benefits include:

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

Visit our careers website for more details. ICON is committed to inclusion & belonging, providing a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. We offer accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Learn more at our accommodations page. We encourage you to apply regardless of whether you meet all requirements, as you may be the perfect fit for this or other roles.