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CRA II - Oncology Biotech

Princeton, NJ · On-site

$80K - $110K/yr

The CRA II is responsible for the management and oversight of their assigned clinical study sites ... Prepare the study reference manual, including liaising with the Contract Research Organization (CRO ...

The In-House CRA II may also be referred to as a Clinical Trial Associate on some contracts. Responsibilities * Under the supervision of the project site management staff oversight lead i.e ...

CONTRACT SENIOR CRA/CRA II (Home-based anywhere in the U.S.) ICON is a global healthcare intelligence and clinical research organisation united by a mission to bring new medicines and treatments to ...

CONTRACT SENIOR CRA/CRA II (Home-based anywhere in the U.S.) ICON is a global healthcare intelligence and clinical research organisation united by a mission to bring new medicines and treatments to ...

CONTRACT SENIOR CRA/CRA II (Home-based anywhere in the U.S.) ICON is a global healthcare intelligence and clinical research organisation united by a mission to bring new medicines and treatments to ...

CONTRACT SENIOR CRA/CRA II (Home-based anywhere in the U.S.) ICON is a global healthcare intelligence and clinical research organisation united by a mission to bring new medicines and treatments to ...

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Contract CRAs often juggle multiple clinical trial sites and studies, which can make prioritizing and time management especially challenging. They must adapt quickly to each sponsor's protocols and systems, often with limited onboarding. Building strong relationships with site staff and maintaining clear, consistent communication are key to overcoming these challenges. Staying organized through meticulous documentation and leveraging digital tools can help contract CRAs efficiently meet monitoring visit deadlines and regulatory requirements.

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To thrive as a Contract CRA, you need a solid understanding of clinical research protocols, regulatory guidelines (like GCP/ICH), and typically a degree in life sciences or a related field. Familiarity with electronic data capture (EDC) systems, clinical trial management systems (CTMS), and sometimes certifications like ACRP or SOCRA are beneficial. Strong attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for managing multiple studies and collaborating with sites. These competencies are essential for ensuring compliance, data integrity, and the smooth execution of clinical trials.

What Are Contract CRA Jobs?

A contract clinical research associate (contract CRA) is a temporary position in which you manage clinical trials and scientific research projects. As a contractor, you work temporarily on a contract that typically lasts for the duration of the project. Clinical research associates work in the pharmaceutical industry to ensure the safety and effectiveness of medication or vaccines. You can also work on studies for biotech companies and projects that perform analysis on surgical procedures or treatments. Your duties focus on planning the trial, defining the parameters, ensuring the safety of participants, and making sure the project meets all regulations and requirements.

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Job Title: Clinical Research Associate/Monitor
6 months contract to perm
Work location: REMOTE
Required 30%-50% traveling
Candidate home location: required within DC, VA, MD only (a candidate needs to reside in DC, VA, MD)
Multiple Regional CRAs: 5 openings
USC/GC required
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Multiple Studies with Health patients - Previous Phase I experience required
Contract CRAs, regional based with strong monitoring skills, minimum 3-5+ years monitoring experience within the pharmaceutical industry required traveling of minimum of 50% traveling to 1-2 sites within the same state as required. Require 100% commitment and contractors paid hourly. Therapeutic areas can range and candidates will be expected on working on about 6-8 protocols (max at 10 protocols) with different indications. Multiple sites and candidate has to be local to DC, VA, and MD areas.
Minimum 3-5+ years of CRA / Monitoring experience required
Start date is ASAP
TRAVEL INFORMATION FOR CANDIDATES -
The client is working to ensure candidates are as close as possible to their sites. Company is constantly adding new studies to the monitoring project. Monitors may be asked to take on additional sites closer to their home (or maybe a bit further then what they currently have) - they will work to keep travel as regionally located as possible. There are multiple sites in each region (depends on the allocation of the individual CRAs)
In addition they should be very clear about their monitoring experience showing that they are a Regional CRA/monitor currently. (I would say 3 years monitoring experience with Oncology study required) Candidates need to allocate 50% to 100% of their time to this assignment, preferred candidates home is close to the site locations (listed above).The CRA/Study Monitor designated activities include site visits, trial monitoring, tracking, documentation, collection, solicitation and review of (e) CRFs and submit data, preparation of reports, regulatory review and participation in teleconferences. Approximately 50% travel will be required, as the CRA Study Monitor's primary responsibilities will be monitoring of study sites.
Requirements
A strong healthcare background with at least 1-2 years prior monitoring Oncology study experience is required. Phase I research experience as a monitor, auditor, research coordinator, research associate or similar oncology research experience is required. The CRA/Study Monitor must hold a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or University or be a grad from an accredited school of nursing.
Requirement:
  • 2+ years prior monitoring Oncology study experience is required. preferred. Phase I-IV research experience as a monitor, clinical research associate experience is required.
  • BS/BA in life sciences or health-related discipline, BSN, Bachelor of Science - Nursing, Pharmacy is highly desirable.
  • Minimum 3-5+ years clinical research monitoring experience including years in Phase I studies.
  • Strong working knowledge of GCPs, ICH Guidelines, and FDA Regulations
  • Ability and willingness to travel up to 50 % of the time, including minimum overnight stays travel as necessary
  • Experience with regulatory document review/collection and IRB submissions (including OHRP regulations), a plus
  • Experience with using a Trial Master File, a plus.