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Abbott

Clinical Research Associate II

Alameda, CA · On-site

$81K - $141K/yr

As the Clinical Research Associate II, you will assist in the clinical execution and management of ... Education and Experience * BS degree in life sciences with three years of experience as a CRA or ...

Abbott

Clinical Research Associate II

Alameda, CA · On-site

$81K - $141K/yr

As the Clinical Research Associate II, you will assist in the clinical execution and management of ... Education and Experience * BS degree in life sciences with three years of experience as a CRA or ...

Abbott

Clinical Research Associate II

Alameda, CA · On-site

$81K - $141K/yr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

The Opportunity The CRA II will assist in the clinical execution and management of all aspects of assigned clinical studies. This includes but not limited to planning and implementation of clinical ...

Abbott

Clinical Research Associate II

Alameda, CA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Retirement

The Opportunity The CRA II will assist in the clinical execution and management of all aspects of assigned clinical studies. This includes but not limited to planning and implementation of clinical ...

Abbott

Clinical Research Associate II

Alameda, CA

$81K - $141K/yr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

The Opportunity The CRA II will assist in the clinical execution and management of all aspects of assigned clinical studies. This includes but not limited to planning and implementation of clinical ...

Abbott

Clinical Research Associate II

Alameda, CA · On-site

$81K - $141K/yr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

The Opportunity The CRA II will assist in the clinical execution and management of all aspects of assigned clinical studies. This includes but not limited to planning and implementation of clinical ...

Kavaliro

Senior Financial Accountant

Santa Rosa, CA · On-site

Partner with the CRA Officer with identifying CRA eligible investment purchases * Assists the Assistant Controller with annual insurance policy renewals * Coordinates and manages the Bank's tax ...

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A CRA assistant typically needs a high school diploma or equivalent, with some roles preferring post-secondary education in life sciences, healthcare, or related fields. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and familiarity with clinical trial processes or data management are important; some positions may require basic knowledge of regulatory guidelines such as GCP or experience with clinical software tools.

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As a CRA Assistant, your primary responsibilities include supporting clinical research associates with administrative tasks such as organizing trial documentation, maintaining study files, scheduling site visits, and tracking regulatory submissions. You may also assist in preparing reports, following up with clinical sites, and ensuring data accuracy and proper documentation. The role often involves close collaboration with other team members, including project managers, study coordinators, and regulatory staff. This supportive position is critical for maintaining smooth trial operations and provides valuable hands-on experience for those interested in advancing within clinical research.

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A Clinical Research Associate (CRA) Assistant supports clinical trials by managing documents, coordinating meetings, and assisting with regulatory compliance. They help ensure studies follow protocols and regulatory requirements. CRA Assistants often handle administrative tasks, maintain trial records, and communicate with clinical sites. Their role is essential in supporting CRAs and ensuring the smooth operation of clinical research processes.

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Clinical Research Associate II

Abbott

Alameda, CA • On-site

$81K - $141K/yr

Full-time

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Job description

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 115,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Opportunity:

This position works out of our Alameda, CA location in the Diabetes Care division where we're focused on helping people with diabetes manage their health with life-changing products that provide accurate data to drive better-informed decisions. We're revolutionizing the way people monitor their glucose levels with our new sensing technology.

As the Clinical Research Associate II, you will assist in the clinical execution and management of assigned clinical studies. This includes but is not limited to planning and implementation of clinical studies from concept to clinical study report per timelines and quality standards.You will also present clinical study opportunities to potential research sites and evaluate their ability to conduct ADC research studies.

What you will do:

  • Participate in site selection and study start up activities, to include but not limited to, conducting investigator debarment checks, collection of regulatory documents and preparing the study files.
  • Conduct Site Qualification Visits (SQV) and reporting to ensure study staff and research site are adequate to perform ADC trials.
  • Present research protocols with a deep understanding of study criteria, visits, tasks and responsibilities.
  • As needed, assist senior staff in planning study conduct, selection and training of investigator sites, planning and running study meetings, evaluation, selection, and training of new study investigators.
  • Assist in the shipment of study devices and supplies to clinical sites and performing study device accountability.
  • Maintain and audit Trial Master File to ensure inspection readiness.
  • Participate in cross-functional clinical team(s) in the planning and execution of clinical trials.
  • Proactively and effectively communicate the status of clinical studies to management.
  • Involvedin the preparation of all applicable documents required for the conduct of the study (such as Trial Master File (TMF), Clinical Protocols and Reports).
  • May interact with RA/QA in responding to audits and FDA inquiries.
  • May be asked to perform other function-related activities in addition to the activities above.

Education and Experience

  • BS degree in life sciences with three years of experience as a CRA or CRC or combination of appropriate education and experience.
  • Preferred to have 3+ years of relevant experience in frequent sample testing studies, site monitoring, clinical trial practices and regulations.
  • Experience in conducting medical device and/or in-vitro diagnostics studies. Pharmaceutical background may also be considered.

Skills

  • Demonstrated excellence in teamwork, shared mindset for success, stellar interpersonal and communication skills including building rapport with team members, peers, and management.
  • Ability to understand and articulate complex study designs and requirements to investigators and study staff.
  • Solid understanding and demonstrated experience of the clinical trial process including study design and conduct; clinical data management systems; clinical trial management systems; data analysis; and data reporting and interpretation.
  • Must have a demonstrated ability to solve problems with innovative solutions along with strong project management and organizational skills to deliver projects on time and on budget.
  • Able to manage numerous projects/conflicting priorities, and to be flexible when priorities change.
  • Working knowledge of GCP, Clinical and Regulatory Affairs.
  • Flexibility in daily activities.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Suite.

Travel Requirements

  • Must be able to travel 10-15%

The base pay for this position is

$81,500.00 - $141,300.00

In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

JOB FAMILY:Medical & Scientific AffairsDIVISION:ADC Diabetes CareLOCATION:United States > Alameda : Plaza 6 BuildingADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:WORK SHIFT:StandardTRAVEL:Yes, 15 % of the TimeMEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:Not ApplicableSIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day)Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.EEO is the Law link - English: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_English.pdfEEO is the Law link - Espanol: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_Spanish.pdf

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