Clinical Research Associate

Abbott • Lake Forest, CA

1d • $61,300 - $122,700 • Remote

About The Position

Abbott’s Core Lab business unit is hiring a Clinical Research Associate to support clinical trial sites from study start-up through closeout. The position is remote in the United States near a major airport or at an Abbott-approved office. The role operates in a regulated quality environment and involves managing assigned tasks and timelines, building cross-functional relationships, and supporting study success under general supervision. It reports to the Clinical Manager and partners with Clinical Project Teams and Operations leadership. Travel is required; the posting lists both 40% and 50% of the time.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• Minimum 1 year of clinical research experience.
• Detail-oriented and efficient in time management.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, organizational, and presentation skills.
• Ability to work effectively with others.
• Self-directed and able to work in a fast-paced and constantly changing environment.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently.
• Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.).
• Able to travel; the posting states travel is 40% in the role description and 50% of the time in the job details.

Nice To Haves

• Life sciences or clinical research bachelor's degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site qualification, initiation, monitoring, and closeout visits.
• Provide training and support to investigators, study coordinators, and site staff.
• Monitor protocol compliance, data quality, and Good Clinical Practice (GCP) requirements.
• Review source documents and verify clinical study data for accuracy and completeness.
• Ensure only eligible participants are enrolled in studies.
• Manage and maintain study and regulatory documentation.
• Monitor investigational product accountability and inventory.
• Review adverse event reporting for accuracy and compliance.
• Assess site performance, including patient recruitment and retention efforts.
• Prepare monitoring reports and communicate findings, risks, and corrective actions.
• Build strong relationships with clinical research sites and internal stakeholders.
• Develop knowledge of applicable clinical research regulations and study types.

Benefits

• Career development opportunities with an international company.
• Potential eligibility for free medical coverage in the Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year.
• Retirement savings plan with a high employer contribution.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Freedom 2 Save student debt program.
• FreeU education benefit, an affordable and convenient path to a bachelor's degree.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level