Clinical Research Associate (CRA) - Pharmaceutical

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 550,000 - 850,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel allowances

Health insurance

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Clinical Research Associate to oversee trials in Richards Bay and surrounding areas, with travel to investigative sites and strict adherence to GCP, SOPs, and study protocols.

You will monitor sites, verify data, conduct site initiation visits, train staff, and ensure patient safety while coordinating with sponsors. A life sciences degree and at least 3 years of CRA experience are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a bachelor's degree in a life science, nursing, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience as a Clinical Research Associate or equivalent.
• Solid knowledge of GCP and ICH guidelines.
• Experience with EDC and CTMS systems.
• Willingness to travel extensively to clinical trial sites.

Responsibilities

• Monitor clinical sites for protocol and regulatory compliance.
• Verify accuracy and completeness of CRFs.
• Conduct site initiation, interim monitoring, and close-out visits.
• Train site personnel on study procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Manage trial supplies and accountability of investigational products.
• Serve as primary contact between sponsor and sites in Richards Bay.

Skills

Excellent organizational skills

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in life sciences / nursing / related field

Tools

EDC systems

CTMS

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated and experienced Clinical Research Associate (CRA) to join their team, overseeing clinical trials in and around Richards Bay. As a CRA, you will be responsible for ensuring that clinical trials are conducted, recorded, and reported in accordance with protocol, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines. You will play a vital role in monitoring study sites, verifying data integrity, and ensuring the safety of study participants. This position requires extensive travel to investigative sites within the specified region and offers a challenging yet rewarding career in pharmaceutical research.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor investigational sites to ensure compliance with study protocols, SOPs, and regulatory requirements.
• Verify the accuracy, completeness, and consistency of clinical data recorded in case report forms (CRFs).
• Conduct site initiation visits, interim monitoring visits, and close-out visits.
• Train and support site personnel on study-specific procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Manage study supplies and investigational product accountability at trial sites.
• Serve as the primary point of contact between the sponsor and the investigative sites in Richards Bay.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a life science, nursing, or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Clinical Research Associate or equivalent role in the pharmaceutical or CRO industry.
• Thorough understanding of GCP, ICH guidelines, and relevant regulatory requirements.
• Experience with electronic data capture (EDC) systems and clinical trial management systems (CTMS).
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to travel extensively to clinical trial sites throughout the assigned territory.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and travel allowances.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Paid time off and company holidays.
• Professional development opportunities and support for certifications.
• The chance to contribute to cutting-edge clinical research in the KwaZulu-Natal region.