Clinical Research Associate II

Placements24; George; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Travel expenses for site visits

Professional development

Health insurance

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dedicated Clinical Research Associate II to join their team in George, Western Cape. This hybrid role supports clinical trial execution, regulatory compliance, and data integrity.

You will work with investigators, site staff, and internal project teams to monitor progress, manage site activities, and safeguard patient safety throughout the study. The position blends remote flexibility with essential on-site engagement and offers opportunities for professional

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in life science, nursing, or related field.
• 3–5 years of CRA or equivalent experience.
• Strong knowledge of GCP, ICH guidelines, and local regulatory requirements.
• Proficiency with EDC systems and trial management software.
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Monitor trial sites for protocol adherence, GCP and regulatory compliance.
• Perform source data verification and ensure data integrity in EDC.
• Manage site communications, initiate, conduct and close-out visits.
• Identify and resolve site issues; train site personnel.
• Track trial progress and report adverse events promptly.
• Collaborate with internal teams for study start-up and close-out.

Skills

GCP knowledge

ICH guidelines

EDC proficiency

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in life science/Nursing

Tools

EDC systems

Clinical trial software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Clinical Research Associate II to join their team in the scenic region of George, Western Cape . This hybrid role involves supporting the execution of clinical trials, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and maintaining high-quality data integrity. You will work closely with investigators, site staff, and internal project teams to monitor trial progress, manage site activities, and ensure patient safety throughout the study duration. This position offers a blend of remote work flexibility and essential on-site engagement, providing a dynamic career path within a growing pharmaceutical research organization committed to advancing healthcare solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor clinical trial sites to ensure adherence to protocols, GCP guidelines, and regulatory requirements.
• Perform source data verification and ensure the accuracy and completeness of clinical trial data in electronic data capture (EDC) systems.
• Manage site communications, facilitate study initiation, conduct, and close-out visits.
• Identify and resolve site issues, providing necessary training and support to site personnel.
• Track trial progress, collect and review essential documents, and ensure timely reporting of adverse events.
• Collaborate with internal teams to facilitate study start-up, ongoing conduct, and close-out activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a life science, nursing, or related field.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience as a Clinical Research Associate (CRA) or equivalent role.
• Thorough understanding of Good Clinical Practice (GCP), ICH guidelines, and local regulatory requirements.
• Proficiency in using EDC systems and other clinical trial management software.
• Excellent organizational, time management, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to travel to clinical sites as required for monitoring visits.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary with potential performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Opportunities for professional development and certification support.
• Hybrid work model offering a balance between remote flexibility and in-person collaboration.
• Contribution towards travel expenses for site visits.