Hybrid Clinical Research Associate: Lead Trial Oversight

Placements24; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 480,000 - 720,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical and retirement benefits

Travel allowance

Professional development opportunities

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a diligent Clinical Research Associate to oversee and manage clinical trials in Cape Town. You will conduct site visits, monitor data integrity, and ensure regulatory compliance while collaborating with investigators and study teams.

The role requires a 40-60% travel commitment and a strong understanding of GCP, ICH guidelines, and EDC/CTMS systems. A life sciences-related degree is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Nursing, Pharmacy, or related field.
• Minimum 3 years as CRA or similar monitoring role.
• Thorough understanding of clinical trial processes, ICH guidelines, and GCP.
• Experience with EDC and CTMS.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and time management skills.
• Ability to travel to study sites as required (estimated 40-60% travel).

Responsibilities

• Conduct site visits (initiation, monitoring, and close-out) to ensure compliance with protocols and regulations.
• Verify the accuracy, completeness, and consistency of clinical data and source documentation.
• Manage communication between investigators, study sites, and the internal study team.
• Ensure adherence to Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and all applicable regulatory guidelines.
• Identify and report any deviations, adverse events, or protocol violations promptly.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date study documentation and regulatory files.

Skills

GCP knowledge

ICH guidelines

Data management

Communication

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Nursing, Pharmacy, or related field

Tools

EDC systems

CTMS

Job description

Placements24 seeks a diligent Clinical Research Associate to oversee and manage clinical trials in Cape Town. You will conduct site visits, monitor data integrity, and ensure regulatory compliance while collaborating with investigators and study teams.

The role requires a 40-60% travel commitment and a strong understanding of GCP, ICH guidelines, and EDC/CTMS systems. A life sciences-related degree is essential.