[Remote] Clinical Research Associate (CRA) - NC, VA, MD

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Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. ICON plc is a world-leading healthcare intelligence and clinical research organization. They are currently seeking a Clinical Research Associate to join their diverse and dynamic team, where the role involves designing and analyzing clinical trials, interpreting complex medical data, and contributing to the advancement of innovative treatments and therapies.


Responsibilities

  • Conducting site qualification, initiation, monitoring, and close-out visits for clinical trials.
  • Ensuring protocol compliance, data integrity, and patient safety throughout the trial process.
  • Collaborating with investigators and site staff to facilitate smooth study conduct.
  • Performing data review and resolution of queries to maintain high-quality clinical data.
  • Contributing to the preparation and review of study documentation, including protocols and clinical study reports

Skills

  • Bachelor's degree in a scientific or healthcare-related field.
  • Minimum of 12 months onsite monitoring experience as a Clinical Research Associate; level (CRA I, CRA II, or Senior CRA) determined by total years of experience.
  • In-depth knowledge of clinical trial processes, regulations, and ICH-GCP guidelines.
  • Strong organizational and communication skills, with attention to detail.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
  • Ability to travel at least 60% of the time (international and domestic - fly and drive) and should possess a valid driver’s license.

Benefits

  • Various annual leave entitlements
  • A range of health insurance offerings to suit you and your family’s needs.
  • Competitive retirement planning offerings to maximize savings and plan with confidence for the years ahead.
  • Global Employee Assistance Programme, TELUS Health, offering 24-hour access to a global network of over 80,000 independent specialised professionals who are there to support you and your family’s well-being.
  • Life assurance
  • Flexible country-specific optional benefits, including childcare vouchers, bike purchase schemes, discounted gym memberships, subsidised travel passes, health assessments, among others.

Company Overview

  • ICON Strategic Solutions is the global leading provider of Functional Service Provision (FSP) services. It was founded in undefined, and is headquartered in Dublin , GB, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is https://www.iconplc.com/services/strategic-solutions/.

    • Company H1B Sponsorship

  • ICON Strategic Solutions has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 1 in 2023, 1 in 2022, 2 in 2021, 3 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.

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