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Senior Clinical Research Associate - Oncology - Southern California ICON is a global healthcare ... ExpertiseinGxPsand Oncology monitoring techniques (including Risk-Based Monitoring) and terminology

Senior Clinical Research Associate - Oncology Phase I - Miami, FL ICON is a global healthcare ... ExpertiseinGxPsandOncology monitoring techniques (including Risk-Based Monitoring) and terminology

Senior Clinical Research Associate - Oncology Phase I - Miami, FL ICON is a global healthcare ... and terminology * Experience collaborating with sites from initial engagement through close-out ...

Senior Clinical Research Associate - Oncology - Los Angeles, CA ICON is a global healthcare ... and terminology * Experience collaborating with sites from initial engagement through close-out ...

Senior Clinical Research Associate - Oncology - Baltimore, MD or Phila, PA ICON is a global health ... and terminology * Experience collaborating with sites from initial engagement through close-out ...

Senior Clinical Research Associate - Oncology Phase I - Denver, CO ICON is a global healthcare ... and terminology * Experience collaborating with sites from initial engagement through close-out ...

As a Senior Clinical Informaticist , you will help shape how clinical data is transformed and made ... Proficiency with terminology mapping tools. * Familiarity or experience with AI-based extraction ...

As a Senior Clinical Informaticist , you will help shape how clinical data is transformed and made ... Proficiency with terminology mapping tools. * Familiarity or experience with AI-based extraction ...

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How much do senior clinical terminology jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 3, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior clinical terminology in the United States is $125,290.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $85,000.00 and $157,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Senior Clinical Terminology vs Clinical Data Analyst?

AspectSenior Clinical TerminologyClinical Data Analyst
CredentialsTypically requires certifications in clinical terminology systems (e.g., SNOMED CT, LOINC)Often holds degrees in health informatics, data analysis, or related fields; may also have certifications in data analysis tools
Work EnvironmentWorks within healthcare organizations, focusing on coding, terminology management, and clinical data standardizationWorks in research, healthcare, or pharmaceutical companies analyzing clinical data sets and generating reports
Employer & Industry UsageCommonly employed in hospitals, EHR vendors, and health IT companiesFound in research institutions, healthcare providers, and pharmaceutical companies

While both roles involve working with clinical data, Senior Clinical Terminology specialists focus on managing and standardizing clinical vocabularies, whereas Clinical Data Analysts analyze data to support research and decision-making. Understanding these differences helps in choosing the right career path or job search focus.

What does a senior clinical terminology do?

A senior clinical terminology specialist manages and maintains standardized medical vocabularies and coding systems, such as SNOMED CT or LOINC, to ensure accurate clinical data representation. They often collaborate with healthcare IT teams, review terminology updates, and may use tools like terminology management software to support clinical documentation and data exchange.
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Senior Clinical Research Associate

Icon plc

San Diego, CA • Hybrid

$110K - $138K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 20 days ago


Job description

Senior Clinical Research Associate - Oncology - Southern California

ICON is a global healthcare intelligence and clinical research organisation united by a mission to bring new medicines and treatments to patients faster.


As a values-driven organisation, integrity, collaboration, agility, and inclusion are at the heart of how we work and interact with each other, customers, patients and suppliers.


The Sr. Clinical Research Associate (Sr. CRA) willbe responsible forperforming investigative site management and monitoring activities throughout the clinical trial lifecycle. This Sr. CRA role will support the client's Oncology clinical trials to ensure data integrity, subject safety, andinspectionreadiness at the clinical investigative sites.

Responsibilities:

  • Perform site management activities to support the client's Oncology site success andmaintaina continuous state of inspection readiness

  • Act as the primary contact andfacilitateefficient communications between the the client's clinical trial team and the sites

  • Perform remote and on-site monitoring/co-monitoring visits (Site Qualification Visits, Site Initiation Visits, Interim Monitoring Visits and Close-Out Visits) to ensure data integrity and subject safety in the client's trials

  • May perform oversight activities to assess monitoring quality and train/mentor less experienced CRAs

  • Promptly document monitoring activities andsubmit/approve visit reports

  • Manage site essential document collection and TMF reconciliation with site files

  • Support sites with local Institutional Review Board (IRB)/Ethics Committee (EC) submissions and confirm approvals

  • Regularly review site Key Risk Indicator (KRI) metrics,issuesand action items to detect trends and ensure prompt resolution

  • Independentlydetermineroot causes and develop/implement site Corrective Action and Preventive Action (CAPA) plans

  • Deliver training to ensure sitescomply withthe protocol, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Good Clinical Practices (GCPs)and regulations

  • Support sites and the client's regulatory inspections

  • Contribute to site identification; drive site feasibility and qualification progress; and support site activation activities

  • Lead site engagement initiatives and foster relationships with key Oncology sites and networks

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree (scientific field preferred)

  • 5+ yearsmonitoringclinical trials independently conducting on-site and remote monitoring visits. Atleast 2 years monitoring solid tumor clinical trials.

  • 1+ years early development trial experience

  • Solidtumorclinical trial experience is required

  • Experience utilizing Veeva systems is highly preferred

  • Demonstrated experience developing/maintainingsite relationships and securing compliance

  • ExpertiseinGxPsand Oncology monitoring techniques (including Risk-Based Monitoring) and terminology

  • Experience collaborating with sites frominitialengagement through close-out phases

  • Experience activating sites

  • Experience training site staff

  • Experience supporting sites and/or sponsors in regulatory inspections

  • Experience working within a Functional Services (or in-house) monitoring model is preferred

  • Willing to travel up to 50%


Employment with ICON is contingent upon having the legal right to work in the country where the role is based.


Rewards & Benefits

ICON offers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package designed to support your health, wellbeing, and career development.


Benefits may include:

  • Competitive base salary and performance related incentives
  • Health and wellbeing programmes including medical, dental, and vision coverage where applicable
  • Retirement and pension plans
  • Life assurance and disability coverage
  • Employee assistance programmes and wellbeing resources
  • Learning and development opportunities through structured training and career pathways

Benefits may vary depending on role and location.


Visit our careers site to read more about the benefits ICON offers.


Inclusion and Accessibility

ICON is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building an inclusive and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued and supported.


If you require reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know or submit a requesthere.

Salary Range

$110,520.00-$138,150.00

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