o Subjects’ right, safety and well-being are protected.
Conducts site visits including but not limited to validation visits, initiation visits, monitoring visits, close-out visits and records clear, comprehensive and accurate visit & non-visit contact reports appropriately in a timely manner.
Collects, reviews, and monitors required regulatory documentation for study start-up, study maintenance and study close-out.
Communicates with Investigators and site staff on issues related to protocol conduct, recruitment, retention, protocol deviations, regulatory documentation, site audits/inspections and overall site performance.
Identifies, assesses and resolves site performance, quality or compliance problems and escalates per defined CRA Escalation Pathway as appropriate in collaboration with CRA-Manager, CRM, TA Head and CRD as needed.
Works in partnership with GCTO country operations, finance, regulatory affairs, pharmacovigilance, legal and regional operations, HQ functional areas and externally with vendors and IRB/IECs and Regulatory Authorities in support of assigned sites.
Manages and maintains information and documentation in CTMS, eTMF and various other systems as appropriate and per timelines.
Contributes to CRA team knowledge by acting as process Subject Matter Expert (SME), buddy/mentor and sharing best practices as appropriate/required.
Supports and/or leads audit/inspection activities as needed.
Performs co-monitoring visits where appropriate.
Following the country strategy defined by CRD and/or CRA-Manager, contributes to the identification of new potential sites and works closely with them to develop strong clinical research capabilities.
WHAT YOU MUST HAVE
Fluent in Local Languages and English (verbal and written) and excellent communication skills, including the ability to understand and present technical information effectively.
Good understanding and working knowledge of clinical research, phases of clinical trials, current GCP/ICH & country clinical research law & guidelines.
Good understanding of Global, Country/Regional Clinical Research Guidelines and ability to work within these guidelines.
Hands on knowledge of Good Documentation Practices.
Proven Skills in Site Management including management of site performance and patient recruitment.
Demonstrated high level of monitoring skill with independent professional judgment.
Good IT skills (Use of MS office, use of various clinical IT applications on computer, tablet and mobile devices) and ability to adapt to new IT applications on various devices.
Ability to understand and analyse data/metrics and act appropriately.
Capable of managing complex issues, works in a solution-oriented manner.
Performs root cause analysis and implements preventative and corrective action.
Behavioral Competency Expectations
Effective time management, organizational and interpersonal skills, conflict management, problem solving skills.
Demonstrated high level of monitoring skill with independent professional judgement.
Able to work highly independently across multiple protocols, sites and therapy areas.
High sense of accountability / urgency. Ability to set priorities and handle multiple tasks simultaneously in a changing environment.
Works effectively in a matrix multicultural environment. Ability to establish and maintain culturally sensitive working relationships.
Demonstrates commitment to Customer focus.
Works with high quality and compliance mind-set.
Positive mindset, growth mindset, capable of working independently and being self-driven.
Demonstrates and projects professional demeanor and communication consistent with organizational policies and practices.
Experience and Educational Requirements
Associate's degree, certificate or equivalent in a scientific / healthcare discipline together with at least 5 years of relevant experience in the healthcare field, including at least 2 years of direct site management (monitoring) experience in a bio / pharma / CRO.
Or
Bachelor’s degree (or above) together with at least 2 years of direct site management (monitoring) experience in a bio / pharma / CRO
Additional location(s) Compensation Information
Required Skills
Adverse Event Reporting System, Clinical Research Methods, Clinical Site Management, Clinical Study Management, Clinical Trials Monitoring, Customer-Focused, Data Analysis, Decision Making, Good Clinical Data Management Practice (GCDMP), Good Clinical Practice (GCP), Multitasking, Protocol Adherence, Regulatory Inspections, Remote Monitoring, Standards Compliance
Preferred Skills
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Employee Status
Regular
Relocation
VISA Sponsorship
Travel Requirements
Flexible Work Arrangements
Hybrid
Shift
Valid Driving License
Hazardous Material(s)
Job Posting End Date
- 11/30/2026
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