Remote Clinical Research Associate II–III: Growth & Impact

Optimapharm; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Pension plan

Training & development

Well-being initiatives

PTO entitlement

Competitive salary

Job summary

Optimapharm is expanding its US Clinical Operations team and seeks a CRA II/III with a strong focus on quality and patient-centric clinical research. The role covers monitoring across Phase I–IV studies, regulatory compliance, and collaboration within a global, fast-growing CRO environment.

Responsibilities include site management, CRF reviews, CAPA planning, and budget negotiations. A university life sciences degree and 2+ years of monitoring experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• University degree in medical or life sciences, or nursing/healthcare background.
• Minimum 2 years of independent clinical trial monitoring experience.
• Strong knowledge of ICH GCP guidelines and regulatory requirements.
• Computer proficiency is mandatory.
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret scientific/technical journals.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Very good interpersonal and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work independently in a matrix environment.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine site visits independently (pre-study, initiation, interim monitoring, closeout).
• Manage assigned sites with regular contact to ensure compliance and enrolment.
• Independently perform CRF review and data query resolution.
• Identify risks and retraining opportunities for site personnel.
• Prepare CAPA plans and ensure timely resolution.
• Prepare documents for EC submissions and translate study documents (where applicable).
• Negotiate study budgets and assist with site contracts as applicable.
• Administer site payments per project instructions.

Skills

ICH GCP knowledge

Independent monitoring

Regulatory awareness

Verbal and written communication

Interpersonal skills

Matrix environment

Proactive

Driver's license

Reading scientific literature

Computer proficiency

Education

University degree in medical or life sciences

Nursing or healthcare degree

Job description

Optimapharm is expanding its US Clinical Operations team and seeks a CRA II/III with a strong focus on quality and patient-centric clinical research. The role covers monitoring across Phase I–IV studies, regulatory compliance, and collaboration within a global, fast-growing CRO environment.

Responsibilities include site management, CRF reviews, CAPA planning, and budget negotiations. A university life sciences degree and 2+ years of monitoring experience are preferred.