Clinical Research Associate

AstraZeneca

21h • Hybrid

About The Position

As a Field Based Clinical Research Associate, you’ll play a pivotal role in channeling our scientific capabilities to make a positive impact on changing patients’ lives. In this role, you will have the local responsibility for the delivery of the studies at allocated centers and are active participants in the local study team(s). You’ll work in close collaboration with other Monitors and the Local Study Delivery Team to ensure that quality and quantity commitments are achieved in a timely and efficient manner. You will also be responsible for the preparation, initiation, monitoring and closure of an agreed number of centres in clinical studies according to AZ Procedural Documents, international guidelines such as ICH and GCP as well as relevant local regulations. Deliver according to the commitment in the individual trials. If you have longer tenure and experience, we may also encourage you to take on additional responsibilities that include additional tasks associated with Lead CRA, Senior CRA and/or Site Liaison.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Life Science discipline.
• 1.5+ years of CRA experience.
• Experience in Cardiovascular/Metabolic, Respiratory and/or Immunology therapeutic areas.
• Fluent knowledge of spoken and written English.
• Excellent knowledge of international guidelines ICH/GCP.
• Basic knowledge of GMP/GDP.
• Good knowledge of relevant local regulations.
• Good medical knowledge in relevant AZ Therapeutic Areas.
• Basic understanding of the drug development process.
• Good understanding of Clinical Study Management including monitoring, study drug handling and data management.
• Ability to travel as required, 50-70%.
• Ability to deliver quality according to requested standards.
• Ability to work in an environment of remote collaborators.
• Manages change with a positive approach for self, team and the business.
• Ability to look for and champion more efficient and effective methods/processes of delivering quality clinical trials with reduced budget and in less time.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, negotiation, collaboration and interpersonal skills.
• Good analytical and problem solving skills.
• Demonstrates ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks with conflicting deadlines.
• Good cultural awareness.
• Ability to understand the impact of technology on projects and to use and develop computer skills while making appropriate use of systems/software in an e-enabled environment.
• Team oriented and flexible; ability to respond quickly to shifting demands and opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Local responsibility for the delivery of studies at allocated centers.
• Active participation in local study team(s).
• Close collaboration with other Monitors and the Local Study Delivery Team to ensure quality and quantity commitments are achieved.
• Preparation, initiation, monitoring, and closure of assigned centers in clinical studies.
• Adherence to AZ Procedural Documents, ICH and GCP guidelines, and relevant local regulations.
• Delivery according to commitments in individual trials.
• Potential to take on additional responsibilities associated with Lead CRA, Senior CRA, and/or Site Liaison with tenure and experience.

Benefits

• Qualified retirement program [401(k) plan]
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Paid leaves
• Health benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage
• Short-term incentive bonus opportunity
• Equity-based long-term incentive program (salaried roles)
• Retirement contribution (hourly roles)
• Commission payment eligibility (sales roles)

What This Job Offers

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