Senior Clinical Research Associate - CNS or Rare Disease - West Coast

Worldwide Clinical Trials; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 97,000 - 193,000; Full time

Job summary

Worldwide Clinical Trials seeks an experienced Clinical Research Associate to drive site management and regulatory support across CNS/Neurology and Rare Diseases programs. You will coordinate with investigators, manage documentation, and help ensure regulatory compliance to advance clinical trials.

The role offers opportunities for career progression toward Clinical Trial Manager, with strong leadership support and a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• Five+ years of experience as a Clinical Research Associate.
• Experience in CNS/Neurology OR Rare Disease is required.
• West Coast residence and willingness to travel regionally.

Responsibilities

• Manage research activities at sites participating in Worldwide's clinical research projects.
• Involve in all stages of the clinical study from site identification to study close-out; support regulatory documents and contract/budget processes.
• Train sites to collect data properly and report safety events; ensure regulatory compliance.
• Conduct study initiation visits (SIVs) and oversee site activities during study maintenance and closure.

Skills

Communication skills

Site management

Travel willingness

Education

4-year degree OR Nursing

Tools

MS Office

CTMS

EDC systems

Job description

Join a global Contract Resource Organization (CRO) where innovation meets purpose. At Worldwide Clinical Trials, we are driven by a shared commitment to improving lives through high-quality clinical research. Our teams are empowered to think creatively, take ownership, and deliver meaningful work that helps bring life-changing therapies to patients around the world.

With more than 4,000 professionals across the globe, we foster a collaborative and inclusive environment where diverse perspectives are valued, growth is encouraged, and every contribution makes an impact. Whether you're building your career or bringing years of experience, you'll have the opportunity to learn, grow, and help shape the future of clinical research.

What Clinical Operations does at Worldwide

At Worldwide Clinical Trials, we invite you to embark on a rewarding journey within Clinical Operations, where your contributions will leave a profound impact on the lives of patients. As a Clinical Research Associate (CRA) at Worldwide, you will find yourself working alongside brilliant minds across diverse therapeutic areas, including Cardiovascular, Metabolic, Neuroscience, Oncology, and Rare Diseases. Collaboration with top-tier colleagues from various backgrounds and specialties is not just encouraged; it's ingrained in our culture. Our commitment to advancing clinical research is nurtured within a supportive and team-oriented environment. In a CRA role, you'll receive extensive support through regulatory submissions, TMF management, and in-house CRAs for projects with heavy site management needs.

Through regular touchpoints and coaching conversations with your Line Manager, we ensure that your professional development remains a top priority. We offer a clear career path and development that can lead to Clinical Trial Manager roles. We take pride in our accessible Executive Leadership team, who are equally committed to advancing science and surmounting obstacles to make a difference in the lives of patients around the world.

We offer an unparalleled experience, where you can drive remarkable scientific breakthroughs and be at the very core of every successful clinical trial. Experience a world of difference with us at Worldwide!

What you will do

• Responsible for managing the research activities at sites participating in Worldwide's clinical research projects
• Typically involved in all stages of the clinical study, including identifying potential sites to participate in the research effort, performing various study start-up activities such as working with sites to collect appropriate regulatory documents and supporting the negotiation of contracts and budgets, training the sites to collect data properly and report any potential safety-related events, managing the site's activities during study maintenance, and closing down research activities at the sites once the study has concluded
• Conduct study initiation visits (SIVs)
• While most of the site management efforts will be performed remotely, you will be required to ensure compliance with obtaining informed consent, reporting potential safety-related events, and adhering to all applicable regulatory requirements

What you will bring to the role

• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills in English
• Superior organizational skills with attention to detail
• Ability to work with little or no supervision
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, CTMS, and EDC Systems

Your experience

• 5+ years of experience as a Clinical Research Associate
• 4-year university degree OR Nursing Degree
• Experience in CNS/Neurology OR Rare Disease are required
• Candidates must reside on the West Coast
• Willingness to travel regionally required

Discover the Difference

We love knowing that someone is going to have a better life because of the work we do. Discover the Difference at Worldwide Clinical Trials.

The salary range for this position is annually (For hourly paid positions, the stated salary range reflects hourly rates): United States of America - $97,000.00 - $193,000.00

The salary range provided is intended to give candidates an understanding of potential earnings. Compensation will fall within the provided range, and it not a guarantee of exact salary. The final salary will be determined based on relevant experience, performance, education, and internal equity. In addition to base salary, we offer a competitive benefits package depending on location. We ensure pay equity and transparency and comply with all applicable labor laws. Salary information will be discussed during the interview process, and we encourage candidates to inquire about compensation at any stage.

Worldwide is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to enabling professionals from all backgrounds and experiences to succeed and, to that end, we prioritize attracting diverse talent and cultivating an inclusive environment that encourages collaboration and creativity. We know that when our employees feel appreciated and included, they can be more creative, innovative, and successful. We're on a mission to hire the very best and are committed to creating exceptional employee experiences where everyone is respected and has access to equal opportunity.

We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital or parental status, disability, military status, or other class protected by applicable law.