Role Description
The Clinical Research Associate (CRA) is responsible for managing and monitoring the conduct of clinical projects according to ICH-GCP, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), and applicable Project Management Plan (PMP) and local regulatory requirements.
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Contribute comments/input in the development of Protocol, Informed Consent Form (ICF), Case Report Forms (CRF) and other project related documents.
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Perform site qualification, site initiation, interim monitoring, site management and close-out visits (performed on-site or remotely) ensuring regulatory, ICH-GCP and/or Good Pharmacoepidemiology Practice (GPP) and protocol compliance.
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Use judgment and experience to evaluate overall performance of site and site staff and provide recommendations regarding site-specific actions; immediately communicate/escalate serious issues to the project team and develop action plans.
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Maintain a working knowledge of ICH/GCP Guidelines or other applicable guidance, relevant regulations, and company SOPs/processes.
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Verify the process of obtaining informed consent has been adequately performed and documented for each subject/patient as required/appropriate.
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Demonstrate diligence in protecting the confidentiality of each subject/patient.
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Assess factors that might affect subject/patient's safety and clinical data integrity at an investigator/physician site such as protocol deviation/violations and pharmacovigilance issues.
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Prepare for and attend Investigator Meetings and/or sponsor face-to-face meetings.
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Participate, and may, with supervision, lead global clinical monitoring/project staff meetings (inclusive of Sponsor representation, as applicable) and attend clinical training sessions according to the project-specific requirements.
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Provide guidance at the site and project level towards audit readiness standards and support preparation for audit and required follow-up actions.
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May provide training or mentorship to more junior level CRAs.
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May perform training and sign-off visits for junior CRA staff, as assigned.
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May be mentored and assigned clinical operations lead tasks under supervision of an experienced Clinical Operations Lead (COL), or operational line manager.
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As required, collaborate and build relationships with sponsor and other affiliates.
Qualifications
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A 4-year BS (Bachelor of Science) degree or equivalent experience. Advanced degree is a plus.
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At least 3 years of experience in a clinical research environment.
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Good command of written and spoken English or another second language.
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Good organization and communication skills.
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High attention to detail and accuracy.
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Demonstrated ability to attain and maintain a working knowledge of GCPs and applicable SOPs.
Company Description
Novotech is a global full-service clinical Contract Research Organization (CRO). At Novotech, ambition meets opportunity. As a globally recognized leader in clinical research and scientific advisory services, we are proud to combine our position at the forefront of the industry with an award-winning workplace culture that values ambition, innovation, and growth.
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Named Employer of Choice, Great Place to Work and Employer of Choice for Gender Equality (EOCGE).
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Committed to fostering an environment that reflects the life-changing work we do.
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Since 1997, we have expanded our global footprint, now with 30+ offices across Asia-Pacific, the United States, and Europe.
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Our employees are at the heart of our success, offering trust, flexibility, and autonomy through programs like NovoLife.
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Access to mentorship opportunities, professional development programs, and a dynamic community.
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Opportunity to develop careers by joining a diverse and supportive global organization with a collaborative culture.
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Work alongside empowered teams with a shared commitment to success.