Pharmaceutical Clinical Research Associate

Placements24; Soweto; On-site; ZAR 520,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Pension fund contribution

Paid time off and holidays

Travel opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a diligent Pharmaceutical Clinical Research Associate to support ongoing clinical trials in Soweto. The CRA will monitor trial sites, ensure data integrity, and oversee patient safety in accordance with GCP and ICH guidelines.

The role requires a bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Nursing, Pharmacy, or a related field and 3–5 years of CRA experience. Travel opportunities are available within the Soweto region.

Qualifications

• Thorough understanding of GCP, ICH guidelines, and clinical trial processes.
• Excellent organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with site personnel and internal teams.

Responsibilities

• Monitor assigned clinical trial sites to ensure adherence to protocols, regulations, and Good Clinical Practices (GCP).
• Verify the accuracy, completeness, and quality of clinical trial data collected at study sites.
• Oversee patient safety and report any adverse events or protocol deviations.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with investigators, study coordinators, and site staff.
• Manage site activities, including initiation, monitoring, and close-out visits.

Skills

GCP knowledge

Data integrity

Interpersonal communication

Organizational skills

Education

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

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a diligent and organized Pharmaceutical Clinical Research Associate (CRA) to support their ongoing clinical trials in the Soweto area. This role is critical in ensuring that clinical trials are conducted, recorded, and reported in accordance with the study protocol, standard operating procedures, and regulatory requirements. As a CRA, you will be responsible for monitoring trial sites, ensuring data integrity, and overseeing patient safety. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual to contribute to the advancement of new therapies within a reputable pharmaceutical organization in Gauteng.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor assigned clinical trial sites to ensure adherence to protocols, regulations, and Good Clinical Practices (GCP).
• Verify the accuracy, completeness, and quality of clinical trial data collected at study sites.
• Oversee patient safety and report any adverse events or protocol deviations.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with investigators, study coordinators, and site staff.
• Manage site activities, including initiation, monitoring, and close-out visits.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Nursing, Pharmacy, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience as a Clinical Research Associate or in a related clinical research role.
• Thorough understanding of GCP, ICH guidelines, and clinical trial processes.
• Excellent organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with site personnel and internal teams.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Pension fund contribution.
• Paid time off and company holidays.
• Opportunities for travel and professional development in clinical research within the Soweto region.