Clinical Research Associate (Remote)

Placements24; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 550,000 - 850,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Home office allowance

Travel reimbursement

Professional development

Remote team environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a meticulous Clinical Research Associate to join a fully remote clinical operations team. You will oversee the conduct of trials, ensure compliance with protocol and ICH-GCP, and monitor sites with data verification and safety oversight.

Strong communication and independence are essential for success in a remote role. The ideal candidate has a life science degree with 3+ years of CRA experience, and thrives in a flexible, autonomous setting within a global research

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as a Clinical Research Associate in pharma/biotech.
• Thorough understanding of ICH-GCP guidelines and regulatory requirements.
• Proven experience with clinical trial monitoring and site management.
• Excellent organizational, communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform site selection, initiation, monitoring and close-out visits per protocol and GCP.
• Ensure data integrity through source data verification at sites.
• Monitor patient safety and report adverse events per study protocol.
• Serve as liaison between sponsor and sites to foster relationships.
• Maintain trial documentation including regulatory binders and monitoring reports.
• Identify site-level issues and implement CAPAs as needed.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in life sciences

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

About the Role

Our client is actively seeking a meticulous and experienced Clinical Research Associate (CRA) to join their fully remote clinical operations team. In this vital role, you will oversee the conduct of clinical trials, ensuring compliance with protocols, government regulations, and Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines. You will be responsible for site monitoring, data verification, and ensuring the safety and integrity of trial participants. This is a unique opportunity to contribute significantly to groundbreaking pharmaceutical research while enjoying the flexibility and autonomy of a remote work arrangement.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform site selection, initiation, monitoring, and close-out visits in accordance with protocol and GCP.
• Ensure the quality and integrity of data collected at clinical trial sites through regular source data verification.
• Monitor patient safety and report adverse events according to regulatory requirements and study protocols.
• Serve as the primary liaison between the sponsor and clinical trial sites, fostering strong working relationships.
• Maintain accurate and complete trial documentation, including regulatory binders and monitoring reports.
• Identify and address site-level issues and deviations, implementing corrective and preventative actions as needed.

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 or biotech industry.
• Thorough understanding of ICH-GCP guidelines and relevant regulatory requirements.
• Proven experience with clinical trial monitoring and site management.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities effectively in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Highly competitive annual salary.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous allowance for home office expenses and travel reimbursement (if applicable).
• Commitment to professional development with access to training and conferences.
• A dynamic and supportive remote team environment with clear communication channels.