Clinical Research Associate

Parexel•United States-Illinois-Remote, IL

21h

About The Position

Parexel is seeking a Clinical Research Associate (CRA) with at least one year of monitoring experience. The CRA manages assigned clinical sites from identification through closeout and serves as the primary point of contact for site teams. The role supports study quality, participant safety, regulatory compliance, and accurate clinical data. The CRA conducts onsite monitoring activities, builds and maintains productive relationships with sites, addresses site issues, and supports enrollment and study delivery. Parexel offers technology, training tailored to experience, opportunities across therapeutic areas, and pathways for continued growth in clinical research.

Requirements

At least 12 months of direct onsite monitoring experience as a Clinical Research Associate.
Bachelor's degree or equivalent in biological science, pharmacy, or another health-related discipline.
Knowledge of Good Clinical Practice, applicable regulatory requirements, and clinical trial processes.
Experience using a Clinical Trial Management System, an Electronic Document Management System, and Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and Word.
Strong interpersonal, written, verbal, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Strong site relationship management, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Ability to work independently with urgency and limited oversight.
Client-focused, flexible approach to assignments and continuous learning.
Ability to manage multiple priorities, evaluate changing scenarios, apply study protocols, and meet project timelines.
Ethical, patient-focused approach and strong attention to quality and detail.
Comfort collaborating within a matrixed team and communicating clearly with internal and external stakeholders.

Nice To Haves

Oncology, Ophthalmology, CAR-T, and/or MASH clinical trial monitoring experience.

Responsibilities

Conduct qualification visits, site initiation visits, monitoring visits, and termination visits at assigned clinical sites, and prepare timely visit and contact reports.
Manage site quality and delivery from site identification through closeout.
Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned clinical sites, addressing questions and resolving issues to support successful study execution.
Oversee study integrity and build effective relationships with investigators and site staff.
Review trial performance at designated sites and help safeguard the rights, safety, and well-being of study participants in accordance with the protocol.
Develop patient recruitment strategies with clinical sites to support enrollment timelines.
Ensure compliance with approved standard operating procedures, study protocols and amendments, Good Clinical Practice, and applicable regulatory requirements.
Evaluate the quality and integrity of reported data, site performance, and investigational product accountability.
Monitor the completeness and quality of regulatory documentation and perform site document verification.

Benefits

Health, vision, and dental insurance.
Tuition reimbursement.
Vacation, holiday, and sick time.
Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts.
Work/life balance.
401(k) with company match.
Pet insurance.
Life insurance.
Additional benefit offerings in accordance with applicable plan terms.
Some roles may be eligible for additional incentives, bonuses, or other compensation programs.