Senior Clinical Research Associate

ICON plc • Long Beach, CA

1d • $110,520 - $138,150

About The Position

The Senior Clinical Research Associate will support a study in the cardiovascular/electrophysiology medical device space focused on atrial fibrillation (A-fib). The role uses a sponsor-dedicated model at ICON Strategic Solutions and involves regional site monitoring. Candidates with cardiovascular medical device monitoring experience are preferred; complex cardiovascular/electrophysiology pharmaceutical monitoring experience and/or coordinator or nursing experience will also be considered. The position is based in the western United States, near a major airport, and requires the ability to travel regionally up to 65%. Employment with ICON is contingent on having the legal right to work in the country where the role is based.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of monitoring experience.
• Bachelor’s degree required; preferably in Life Science, Physical Science, Nursing, or Biological Science.
• In-depth knowledge of FDA regulations and ICH/GCP guidelines.
• Strong problem-solving skills to mitigate risks, identify site issues, and implement effective solutions promptly.
• Strong interpersonal skills to establish and maintain effective working relationships with site personnel, investigators, and internal teams.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to convey complex information clearly and concisely.
• Ability to tailor communication style to different stakeholders and foster collaboration.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
• A well-executed plan for communication with study teams and sites.
• Well-versed in clinical trial management; rigorous, detail-oriented, and precise in reporting.
• Located in the West region of the United States near a major airport.
• Ability to travel regionally up to 65%.
• Legal right to work in the country where the role is based.

Nice To Haves

• Cardiovascular medical device monitoring experience.
• Complex cardiovascular/electrophysiology pharmaceutical monitoring experience.
• Coordinator or nursing experience.

Responsibilities

• Support a study in the cardiovascular/electrophysiology medical device area focused on A-fib.
• Monitor clinical trial sites and identify and mitigate risks or issues, implementing effective solutions promptly.
• Communicate with study teams, site personnel, investigators, and internal teams, tailoring communication to stakeholders’ needs.
• Manage multiple priorities independently and maintain rigorous, detailed, and precise clinical trial reports.
• Travel regionally up to 65%.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary and performance-related incentives.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage where applicable.
• Retirement and pension plans.
• Life assurance and disability coverage.
• Employee assistance programmes and wellbeing resources.
• Learning and development opportunities through structured training and career pathways.

What This Job Offers

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