In-House Clinical Research Associate

Alira Health Boston, LLC; Framingham (MA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Global travel

Flexible work programs

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Job summary

Alira Health Boston, LLC is seeking an In-house Clinical Research Associate (CRA) to support clinical sites from approval through close-out. The role emphasizes data integrity with limited travel and close collaboration with field CRAs and PMs.

The position requires a BS/BA and 1–2 years of clinical research experience, with strong English communication and organizational skills. This is a full-time, on-site opportunity in the U.S. with a competitive salary range.

Qualifications

• BS/BA from an undergraduate program or equivalent experience
• 1–2 years of experience in clinical research
• Permanent authorization to work in the U.S.
• Fluent English in written and verbal communication

Responsibilities

• Develops study documents and tools, including ICF templates for local and central IRBs and site binder contents
• Supports sites in obtaining IRB approval and developing submission materials
• Responds to regulatory board requests for protocol and ICF clarification
• Ensures regulatory documents and approvals are in place before investigational product shipment
• Files and reviews regulatory documents in TMF and at sites
• Analyzes site performance and provides training to study sites
• Maintains communication with sites to ensure protocol/GCP compliance
• Reviews eCRFs remotely and resolves data queries with CRAs and data management
• Assists in recruiting investigative sites for studies

Skills

Detail-oriented

Organizational skills

Analytical

Negotiation

Leadership

English proficiency

MS Office (Word, Excel)

Education

BS/BA or equivalent experience

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Join our global team dedicated to innovation and initiative, where physical walls and different time zones don’t limit, but encourage, collaboration. Where all contributions and new ideas are explored with an open mind and work is driven by our shared values: be courageous, be accountable, be honest, be inclusive and elevate others.

Job Description Summary

The In-house CRA is an important member of the Alira Health Clinical team. In-house CRAs manage and support clinical sites from site approval through close-out. In-house CRAs work closely with field CRAs and Clinical Project Managers to ensure the integrity of the trial data without the need for frequent travel.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develops study documents and tools, including Informed Consent Form (ICF) templates (for both local and central IRBs), site binder contents, etc.
• Supports sites in obtaining IRB approval, developing submission materials, and creating site-specific ICFs
• Responds to sites’ regulatory board requests for protocol and ICF clarification as needed
• Ensures all required site regulatory documents and approvals are in place prior to investigational product shipment
• Ensures all regulatory documents are collected and filed appropriately at both the site and in the Trial Master File (TMF); conducts routine file reviews
• Analyzes site performance problems (protocol adherence) and identifies solutions; provides ongoing training for study sites
• Maintains regular communication with study sites to ensure protocol/GCP compliance, assesses subject accrual rates, and responds to sponsor requests
• Conducts remote review of data entered on electronic Case Report Forms (eCRFs)
• Works closely with field CRAs and data management to resolve queries on discrepant data
• Assists with efforts to recruit investigative sites to participate in clinical studies
• Complies with ICH GCP guidelines, FDA regulations, and company SOPs
• Participates in internal, client/sponsor, scientific, and other meetings as required
• Manages and resolves conflicting priorities to deliver on commitments
• Performs additional duties as assigned

DESIRED QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE

BS/BA from an undergraduate program or equivalent experience 1-2 years of experience in clinical research

TECHNICAL COMPETENCES & SOFT SKILLS

• Proven ability to be careful, thorough, and detail-oriented
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to multi-task and work effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Strong analytical, negotiation, meeting management, cross-functional team, and leadership skills
• Self-starter who thrives in a collaborative, yet less structured team environment
• Ability to problem-solve unstructured or ambiguous challenges
• Strong command of English, both written and verbal
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with customer service orientation
• Proficient with MS Office Suite, particularly Word and Excel

Permanent authorization to work in the U.S.

Languages English

Education Bachelor of Arts (BA), Bachelor of Science (BS)

Contract Type Regular

Salary Range The final offer will be determined within the applicable location-specific range and will depend on the candidate’s confirmed work location, relevant experience, skills, qualifications, internal equity, and role scope. $50,000 - $70,000 Annually

Alira Health is a global advisory firm providing consulting and research and clinical development services whose mission is to humanize healthcare and life sciences, in partnership with patients, through innovative technologies and expert guidance.

From development to medical care, we complement the expertise of our Pharma, Biotech, and MedTech clients with a full spectrum of services across their entire solutions lifecycle.

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• global travel
• flexible work programs
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We welcome your passion and drive, talent and entrepreneurial spirit, sense of service and teamwork.

We are an integrated team of over 800 scientists, strategists, economists, clinicians, and biostatisticians representing over 30 nationalities.

This broad global perspective and cultural richness has a direct impact on providing innovative solutions for our clients that lead to higher standards of care and an improved patient experience.

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