Research Associate Downstream Process Development Jobs in Elmhurst, IL

Join our CRA Team in Cincinnati, Ohio!

The Clinical Research Associate position offers an exciting career within clinical research! For those with Life Science PhD backgrounds wanting to explore the research field, travel the US, and be part of a team bringing pharmaceutical and medical devices to market - this is the right opportunity for you!

This position is office based in Cincinnati, Ohio.

Medpace CRA Training Program (PACE)

No prior research experience is needed, as Medpace provides comprehensive initial and ongoing training, unmatched by other CROs. The PACE  (Professionals Achieving CRA Excellence) Training Program includes the following:

• A platform to effectively and confidently carry out CRA duties to ultimately become a high-functioning, independent, Medpace CRA
• Interactive discussions with hands-on exercises and practicums
• Core departmental rotations to learn various aspects of the drug/device development and approval process

Why CRA?

• Exciting travel opportunities
• Make a difference on a larger scale through the development of medical drugs and devices
• Dynamic working environment with varying day-to-day responsibilities
• Exposure to multiple therapeutic areas
• Defined CRA promotion and growth ladder 

We Offer the Following: 

• Competitive travel bonus
• Equity/Stock option program
• Training completion and retention bonus
• Annual merit increases
• 401K matching
• Opportunity to work from home
• Flexible work hours across days within a week
• Retain airline reward miles and hotel reward points
• Home office furniture allowance, laptop, mobile phone with hotspot for internet access anywhere
• In-house travel agents, reimbursement for airline club membership, and TSA pre-check
• Opportunity for leadership positions - Lead CRA, CRA Manager, Training and Development Manager, and many more
• CRA training program - PACE
• Ongoing therapeutic training by our in-house physicians who are medical and regulatory experts
• In-house administrative support for all levels of CRA
• Opportunity to work with international team of CRAs

• Conduct qualification, initiation, monitoring, and closeout visits at research sites in compliance with the approved protocol
• Communication with the medical site staff including coordinators, clinical research physicians, and their site staff
• Verify adequate investigator qualifications, training and resources, including facilities, laboratories, equipment, and staff
• Medical record and research source documentation verification against case report form data, including informing the site staff of any entry errors, ensuring good documentation practices are being adhered to and communicating protocol deviations appropriately per SOPs, GCP, and applicable regulatory requirements
• On-site and virtual/remote monitoring activities with a risk-based monitoring approach (including centralized data review) through our integrated Clinical Trial Management System to identify site deviations/deficiencies and corrective/preventive actions to bring a site back into compliance and mitigate risks moving forward
• Verification the investigator is enrolling only eligible subjects
• Regulatory document review
• Medical device and/or investigational product/drug accountability and inventory
• Verification and review of adverse events, serious adverse events, concomitant medications and corresponding illnesses to confirm accurate data reporting in accordance with the protocol
• Assess the clinical research site's patient recruitment and retention success and offering suggestions for improvement
• Completion of monitoring reports and follow-up letters, which includes providing summaries of the significant findings, deviations, deficiencies, and recommended actions to secure compliance

• Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in a health or science related field, PhD preferred
• Ability to travel 60-70% to locations nationwide is required
• A valid driver's license and the ability to drive to monitoring sites
• Minimum 1 year healthcare-related work experience preferred
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Detail-oriented and efficient in time management

Medpace is a full-service clinical contract research organization (CRO) providing phase l-lV clinical development services to the biotechnology, pharmaceutical, and medical device industries. Our mission is to accelerate the global development of safe and effective medical therapeutics through the advancement of clinical research. We leverage in-country regulatory and therapeutic expertise across all major therapeutic areas including oncology, cardiology, metabolic, endocrinology, central nervous system, and anti-viral and anti-infective. Headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, we employ more than 6,500 people across 40+ countries.

When you join Medpace, you become part of an innovative team that brings cutting-edge therapies to market while building a meaningful and rewarding career focused on scientific excellence and improving patient outcomes around the world through continuous learning and cross-functional collaboration.

Purpose-Driven Work

• • Work alongside physicians, scientists, and industry-leading experts committed to advancing the global development of medical therapeutics through clinical research excellence

Collaborative Culture

• • Contribute to an interactive team environment that empowers decision making, creative thinking, and continuous learning through open communication and mutual trust.
  • Leadership throughout Medpace is both accessible and approachable

Continuous Growth & Development

• • Office based environment with on-site mentors
  • Defined career paths with clear advancement opportunities
  • Industry renowned onboarding and training programs designed to accelerate professional development
  • Ongoing training and continuous learning opportunities throughout your career
  • An environment that encourages employees to influence change, contribute ideas, and grow quickly

Other Employee Benefits

• • Competitive compensation programs that recognize and reward performance
  • Comprehensive health, wellness, retirement, and PTO benefits
  • Office based culture with occasional WFH that provides flexibility for eligible positions after training
  • Company-sponsored social events and intramural sports

Cincinnati Headquarters Experience

• • A modern corporate campus designed to support collaboration and productivity
  • Multiple on-site dining options in the heart of Madison Square
  • Free on-site parking
  • Convenient access to on-site 24-7 fitness and wellness facilities

What to Expect Next

A Medpace team member will review your application and if your profile matches our current needs, you will be contacted for an interview. While we review all applications carefully, we are unable to respond to every applicant, and only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.