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C-Clinical is seeking a Senior Clinical Research Associate to support clinical trials throughout the Miami region. This opportunity is ideal for an experienced clinical research professional who enjoys site interaction, study oversight, and helping ensure clinical trials operate efficiently from startup through closeout. The position combines remote responsibilities with routine on-site monitoring visits, allowing for both flexibility and direct engagement with investigative teams.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in clinical monitoring along with hands-on experience supporting central nervous system studies, including neurology and psychiatry indications. We are looking for someone who can confidently manage site relationships, review study activity with accuracy, and maintain a high standard of regulatory and protocol compliance throughout the trial process.

This position involves ongoing communication with investigators, coordinators, and sponsors while supporting data quality, patient safety, and study timelines across multiple research sites. Strong organizational skills, professionalism, and the ability to manage competing priorities are important within this environment.

C-Clinical values scientific excellence, collaboration, and operational consistency across every study we support. Our team is passionate about contributing to research that can positively impact patient care while creating an environment where experienced clinical professionals can continue to grow and contribute at a high level.

If you are a Senior CRA located in the greater Miami area with strong CNS clinical trial experience and a passion for quality clinical research, we encourage you to apply.

Interested? Apply now.

$65 - $90 hourly

• Coordinate with study teams to support the successful initiation and execution of clinical trials
• Identify, evaluate, and qualify investigators and research sites within the Miami region and surrounding areas
• Prepare and review essential documentation required for site initiation and regulatory readiness
• Conduct on-site monitoring visits and remote monitoring activities while maintaining detailed documentation of findings and follow-up actions
• Collaborate with Clinical Trial Managers and Project Managers to escalate site concerns and resolve operational challenges
• Review study data on an ongoing basis to identify discrepancies, missing information, or protocol deviations
• Support the full monitoring lifecycle, including pre-study visits, site initiation visits, routine monitoring visits, and close-out visits
• Verify that informed consent procedures and protocol requirements are properly followed to protect research participants
• Track and follow up on adverse events and serious adverse events while ensuring appropriate reporting procedures are followed
• Ensure the accuracy and integrity of case report form data through a comprehensive source document review
• Maintain compliance with study monitoring plans, standard operating procedures, and regulatory guidelines
• Participate in investigator meetings, project team meetings, and study-related teleconferences
• Maintain ongoing training related to ICH GCP, study protocols, and internal procedures
• Support regulatory documentation tracking, site performance evaluation, and study timeline adherence

• Five or more years of clinical research monitoring experience as a Clinical Research Associate
• At least three years of experience supporting studies in central nervous system indications, such as neurology or psychiatry-related therapeutic areas
• Minimum four years of experience working in contract-based CRA positions, such as independent contractor, consultant, or similar arrangements
• Experience conducting site monitoring visits and managing investigator site relationships
• Bachelor’s degree from a four-year university, preferably in a scientific or health-related field
• Candidates with significant clinical research experience, nursing background, or relevant medical certifications may be considered in place of a traditional degree
• Ability to work as an independent vendor or through an established corporation or LLC with appropriate business insurance
• Must have authorization to work in the United States
• Must be located within the greater Miami area
• Availability to support studies for at least one year
• Strong communication skills in English and the ability to navigate complex clinical research discussions using medical terminology
• Professional communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across study teams and research sites
• Clinical research certifications, such as CCRA, CCRP, or similar credentials, are beneficial but not required

C-Clinical – Miami Area Opportunities

C-Clinical in Miami advances clinical operations throughout the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device industries, offering opportunities across Miami and the surrounding region.

At our core, we’re guided by service and compassion—rooted in the principle of “love your neighbor as yourself.” We treat each partnership with the same care and respect we would offer to family, leading not by obligation, but by purpose.

C-Clinical was founded to pursue what we’re passionate about: life-changing medical research. Our mission is to apply our time, talents, and expertise to help those who need them most—because real care makes real impact.

If you’re in the Miami area and believe in bringing integrity and heart to clinical research, we’d love to connect.