Clinical Research Associate (CRA)

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; Hybrid; ZAR 480,000 - 720,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Health, dental, and vision coverage

Company car or travel allowance

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a proactive Clinical Research Associate (CRA) to join the expanding clinical operations team in Richards Bay. This hybrid role involves monitoring study sites, verifying data, and ensuring protocol and regulatory compliance to support life-saving therapies.

The ideal candidate has a life science-related degree and at least 3 years of CRA experience, with strong ICH-GCP knowledge and travel flexibility to sites as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in life science, nursing, or related healthcare field.
• Minimum 3 years' experience as a Clinical Research Associate or similar monitoring role.
• Strong knowledge of ICH-GCP and regulatory requirements.
• Proven track record in site monitoring, data verification, and compliance.
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills; travel to sites as needed.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site initiation, monitoring, and close-out visits per protocol and SOPs.
• Verify accuracy and completeness of data collected at sites.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements including ICH-GCP.
• Maintain relationships with investigators and site staff, providing training.
• Monitor study progress, identify risks, and implement corrective actions.
• Prepare and present monitoring visit reports promptly.

Skills

Site monitoring

Data verification

Regulatory compliance

Communication skills

Travel readiness

Education

Life science degree

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a proactive and diligent Clinical Research Associate (CRA) to join their expanding clinical operations team in Richards Bay . In this hybrid role, you will play a crucial part in ensuring the integrity and quality of clinical trials by monitoring study sites, verifying data, and ensuring compliance with protocols and regulations. You will be the primary point of contact for investigators and study staff at clinical trial sites. This position offers a dynamic career path within clinical research, contributing to the development of life-saving therapies and therapies through rigorous scientific investigation.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct site initiation, monitoring, and close-out visits in accordance with clinical trial protocols and SOPs.
• Verify the accuracy, completeness, and consistency of clinical data collected at study sites.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable regulatory requirements, including ICH-GCP guidelines.
• Manage relationships with investigators and site staff, providing necessary training and support.
• Track study progress, identify potential issues or risks, and implement corrective actions.
• Prepare and present monitoring visit reports in a timely manner.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a life science, nursing, or related healthcare field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Clinical Research Associate or in a similar clinical trial monitoring role.
• Thorough understanding of ICH-GCP guidelines and relevant regulatory requirements.
• Proven experience in site monitoring, data verification, and regulatory compliance.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to travel to clinical sites as required for monitoring activities.

Benefits

• Attractive annual salary with potential for bonuses based on performance.
• Hybrid work model offering a balance between office and remote work.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage.
• Company car or travel allowance for site visits.
• Continuous professional development and training opportunities.