Senior Clinical Research Associate - CNS/Rare Disease - Midwest

Worldwide Clinical Trials•Research Triangle Park, NC

2d•Remote

About The Position

Worldwide Clinical Trials is a global, midsize CRO that is dedicated to finding cures for the world's most persistent diseases through pioneering and creative approaches. Our mission is to work with passion and purpose every day to improve lives. We are looking for individuals who share this pursuit and value making a difference for patients and their caregivers. We foster a diverse and inclusive environment that promotes collaboration and creativity, where people can thrive and do their best work. As a Clinical Research Associate (CRA) within our Clinical Operations team, you will contribute to advancing clinical research across various therapeutic areas, including Cardiovascular, Metabolic, Neuroscience, Oncology, and Rare Diseases. You will collaborate with top-tier colleagues in a supportive, team-oriented environment. We provide extensive support for regulatory submissions, TMF management, and in-house CRAs for projects requiring significant site management. Through regular touchpoints and coaching, we prioritize your professional development and offer a clear career path that can lead to Clinical Trial Manager roles. Our accessible Executive Leadership team is committed to advancing science and overcoming obstacles to improve patient lives. You will have the opportunity to drive scientific breakthroughs and be at the core of successful clinical trials.

Requirements

Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills in English.
Superior organizational skills with attention to detail.
Ability to work with little or no supervision.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, CTMS, and EDC Systems.
5+ years of experience as a Clinical Research Associate.
4-year university degree OR Nursing Degree.
Experience in CNS/Neurology and Rare Disease are required.
Candidates must reside in the Midwest.
Willingness to travel regionally required.

Responsibilities

Responsible for managing the research activities at sites participating in Worldwide’s clinical research projects.
Typically involved in all stages of the clinical study, including identifying potential sites, performing study start-up activities (collecting regulatory documents, supporting contract and budget negotiation), training sites on data collection and safety reporting, managing site activities during study maintenance, and closing down research activities at sites.
Conduct study initiation visits (SIVs).
Ensure compliance with obtaining informed consent, reporting potential safety-related events, and adhering to all applicable regulatory requirements, with most site management efforts performed remotely.

Benefits

We believe everyone plays an important role in making a world of difference for patients and their caregivers.
From our hands-on, accessible leaders, to our cohesive and supportive teams, we are committed to enabling professionals from all backgrounds and experiences to succeed.
We prioritize cultivating a diverse and inclusive environment that continues to promote collaboration and creativity.
We are proud to be a workplace where people thrive by being themselves and are inspired to do their best work every day.
We offer extensive support through regulatory submissions, TMF management, and in-house CRAs for projects with heavy site management needs.
Through regular touchpoints and coaching conversations with your Line Manager, we ensure that your professional development remains a top priority.
We offer a clear career path and development that can lead to Clinical Trial Manager roles.
We take pride in our accessible Executive Leadership team, who are equally committed to advancing science and surmounting obstacles to make a difference in the lives of patients around the world.
We offer an unparalleled experience, where you can drive remarkable scientific breakthroughs and be at the very core of every successful clinical trial.
Worldwide is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to enabling professionals from all backgrounds and experiences to succeed and, to that end, we prioritize attracting diverse talent and cultivating an inclusive environment that encourages collaboration and creativity.
We know that when our employees feel appreciated and included, they can be more creative, innovative, and successful.
We’re on a mission to hire the very best and are committed to creating exceptional employee experiences where everyone is respected and has access to equal opportunity.
We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital or parental status, disability, military status, or other class protected by applicable law.