Clinical Research Associate - Pharmaceutical

Placements24; Kempton Park; On-site; ZAR 480,000 - 720,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental & vision benefits

Company car or travel allowance

Paid time off

Career advancement

Job summary

Placements24 in South Africa seeks a detail-oriented Clinical Research Associate to support pharmaceutical trials from their Tembisa operations. You will monitor sites to ensure protocol adherence, regulatory compliance, and data integrity, acting as the main liaison between sponsor and investigators.

The role requires a life sciences degree with 3+ years of CRA experience, strong knowledge of GCP/ICH, and experience with EDC and CTMS systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in life sciences; advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of CRA experience in pharmaceutical industry.
• In-depth knowledge of GCP, ICH guidelines, and regulatory requirements.
• Experience with EDC systems and CTMS.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site initiation, interim monitoring, and close-out visits per protocol and GCP guidelines.
• Verify the accuracy, completeness, and integrity of clinical data at study sites.
• Ensure regulatory compliance with protocols and regulations at all sites.
• Serve as primary contact between sponsor and investigative sites.
• Train site staff on study procedures and documentation requirements.
• Generate monitoring reports following each site visit.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in life sciences

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

EDC systems

CTMS

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a diligent and detail-oriented Clinical Research Associate (CRA) to support pharmaceutical clinical trials managed from their Tembisa operations. In this crucial role, you will be responsible for monitoring clinical trial sites to ensure adherence to protocols, regulatory requirements, and ethical standards. Your work directly contributes to the successful execution of studies that bring life-saving medications to market. This position requires a proactive approach to site management and a commitment to data integrity, working within a dedicated clinical operations team.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct site initiation, interim monitoring, and close-out visits according to protocol and GCP guidelines.
• Verify the accuracy, completeness, and integrity of clinical data recorded at study sites.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and study protocols at all assigned clinical sites.
• Serve as the primary point of contact between the sponsor and investigative sites, addressing any issues or concerns promptly.
• Train site staff on study-specific procedures and documentation requirements.
• Generate accurate and timely monitoring reports following each site visit.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a life science, nursing, or related field; advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Clinical Research Associate in the pharmaceutical industry.
• In-depth knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) , ICH guidelines, and regulatory requirements.
• Experience with electronic data capture (EDC) systems and clinical trial management systems (CTMS).
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for effective site interaction.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits package.
• Company car or travel allowance for site visits.
• Paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and public holidays.
• Opportunities for career advancement within a growing pharmaceutical company.