Senior Clinical Research Associate

ProTrials Research, Inc.; Nevada (IA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

ProTrials Research, Inc. is seeking a Senior Clinical Research Associate (Sr. CRA) to ensure that clinical trials are conducted in compliance with regulations. Responsibilities include monitoring studies, managing site personnel, and reviewing data for accuracy. Successful candidates will possess an RN or advanced degree in biological sciences, strong organizational and communication skills, and familiarity with FDA regulations. The position requires up to 65% travel, making flexibility essential.

Qualifications

• Previous CRA experience demonstrating career growth in the CRA position.
• Familiarity with the medical and pharmaceutical industries, and related terminology and practices.
• Extensive knowledge of FDA regulations and their practical implementation.

Responsibilities

• Monitor clinical studies and manage site personnel.
• Track investigational supplies and monitor laboratory sample storage.
• Review source data and ensure data integrity.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Excellent organizational skills

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Ability to prioritize multiple tasks

Flexibility with changing priorities

Education

RN or Bachelor's and/or advanced degree in biological sciences or related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

ABOUT THE JOB

The Senior Clinical Research Associate (Sr. CRA) plays an integral part in the successful monitoring and management of clinical trials. Responsibilities of a Sr. CRA include ensuring clinical trials are conducted, recorded, and reported in accordance with the protocol, standard operating procedures (SOPs), ICH GCP, and all applicable regulatory requirements. Sr. CRAs may be required to travel up to 65%.

HERE IS WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Monitor clinical studies of investigational and approved products that have been determined to satisfy a medical need and/or offer a commercial benefit, including qualification, initiation, interim, and close‑out site visits.
• Manage and train site personnel on therapeutic area, protocol requirements, proper source documentation, and case report form completion.
• Manage and track the preparation and return of investigational supplies at individual sites.
• Monitor and document investigational product dispensing, inventory, and reconciliation.
• Monitor and document laboratory sample storage and shipment.
• Monitor trial by reviewing and reporting on the following: site enrollment and termination updates, monitoring visits, protocol deviations/exceptions, serious adverse events, and laboratory abnormalities.
• Review source data and case report forms for accuracy, completeness, and integrity of the data, and identify and resolve ongoing data issues.
• Review data queries and listings, and work with study centers to resolve data discrepancies.
• Review regulatory documentation for accuracy and completeness, and support study centers with regulatory issues.
• Maintain complete and accurate study files and review files to ensure all appropriate documentation is present.
• Maintain consistent and timely contact with the study centers, investigators, coordinators, client personnel, and other individuals involved in clinical trials.
• Serve as a resource for project team members including supporting CRA I and CRA II staff by providing solutions to resolve issues.

HERE IS WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TABLE:

• RN or Bachelor and/or advanced degree in biological sciences or related field, or equivalent combination of relevant experience, education or training, and previous CRA experience demonstrating career growth in the CRA position.
• Detail‑oriented.
• Excellent organizational skills, strong interpersonal and communications skills, and strong problem‑solving skills.
• Flexibility with changing priorities.
• Ability to efficiently perform and prioritize multiple tasks.
• Familiarity with the medical and pharmaceutical industries, and related terminology and practices.
• Extensive knowledge of FDA regulations and their practical implementation.
• Ability to travel, including by air or by car on short notice.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.