Remote Clinical Research Associate (CRA)

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 480,000 - 780,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Retirement savings plan

Generous paid time off

100% remote position

Professional development opportunities

Global team environment

No relocation required

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly motivated Remote Clinical Research Associate (CRA) to join its global clinical operations team. The role is fully remote, enabling monitoring of sites worldwide and ensuring adherence to study protocols, GCP, and regulatory requirements.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's in a scientific/healthcare field and 3–5 years of CRA experience, with strong communication and organizational skills to manage multiple sites and timelines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a scientific or healthcare-related discipline is required.
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience as a Clinical Research Associate (CRA) or equivalent.
• Strong knowledge of GCP, ICH guidelines, and regulatory requirements for clinical trials.
• Experience monitoring clinical trials across various therapeutic areas.
• Excellent organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to travel if necessary and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Conduct remote and on-site monitoring visits to assess patient safety and data integrity.
• Ensure compliance with study protocols, SOPs, GCP guidelines, and regulatory requirements.
• Verify accuracy and completeness of data through source data verification.
• Manage site activities including initiation, routine monitoring, and close-out visits.
• Train site staff on study procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Prepare monitoring reports and communicate findings to the clinical trial team.

Skills

GCP knowledge

ICH guidelines

Regulatory knowledge

Monitoring trials

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in science/healthcare

Tools

CTMS

EDC systems

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading Contract Research Organization (CRO) specializing in pharmaceutical and biotechnology research, is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Remote Clinical Research Associate (CRA) to join their global clinical operations team. This position is fully remote, allowing you to contribute to critical clinical trials from anywhere. You will be responsible for monitoring clinical trial sites, ensuring adherence to study protocols, Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines, and regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate will possess strong monitoring skills, excellent communication abilities, and a thorough understanding of clinical trial processes. This is an exceptional opportunity to advance your career in clinical research while enjoying the flexibility and autonomy of a remote role. You will play a vital role in bringing new therapies to patients faster.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct remote and on-site monitoring visits (as required) of clinical trial sites to assess patient safety and data integrity. Ensure compliance with study protocols, SOPs, GCP guidelines, and applicable regulatory requirements. Verify the accuracy, completeness, and consistency of clinical data through source data verification. Manage site activities, including initiation, routine monitoring, and close-out visits. Build and maintain strong working relationships with investigators and site staff. Identify, track, and resolve site-level issues and discrepancies. Ensure timely submission of essential study documents. Prepare monitoring reports and communicate findings and recommendations to the clinical trial team. Train site staff on study-specific procedures and regulatory requirements. Contribute to the development of study-related documents, such as monitoring plans.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a scientific or healthcare-related discipline. A minimum of 3-5 years of experience as a Clinical Research Associate (CRA) or equivalent role. Strong knowledge of GCP, ICH guidelines, and regulatory requirements for clinical trials. Experience in monitoring clinical trials across various therapeutic areas. Excellent organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills. Proficiency in using clinical trial management systems (CTMS) and electronic data capture (EDC) systems. Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders. Ability to work independently, manage travel (if necessary), and meet deadlines. Self-motivated and detail-oriented with a commitment to quality. (Specific therapeutic area experience, e.g., Oncology, Cardiology) is a plus.

Benefits

• highly competitive salary
• a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance
• retirement savings plan
• generous paid time off
• 100% remote position, providing exceptional work-life balance and the freedom to manage your work environment
• access to cutting-edge technology and continuous professional development opportunities
• Be part of a dynamic and supportive global team dedicated to advancing medical research
• The opportunity to work on diverse and impactful clinical trials makes this a rewarding career move
• We foster a culture of collaboration and innovation, empowering our employees to make a difference in patient care worldwide
• Relocation is not required for this role