Senior Clinical Research Associate

ICON plc • Blue Bell, FL

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About The Position

The Senior Clinical Research Associate will work for ICON Strategic Solutions in a sponsor-dedicated model, supported by ICON’s global expertise. The role covers multiple therapeutic areas and is based in Florida, with on-site monitoring visits across the southeast region. The position serves as the primary contact between investigational sites and the sponsor and supports site compliance, patient safety, data quality, recruitment, and study operations. Travel of up to 60%–75% is required. Candidates residing in Florida near major hub airports are preferred to support regional travel.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences or equivalent, or qualification as a registered nurse (RN).
• Eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.
• At least 3 years of on-site monitoring experience in the pharmaceutical or CRO industry.
• Experience monitoring across multiple therapeutic areas.
• Proficiency in ICH-GCP, local regulatory requirements, and clinical systems such as CTMS and eTMF.
• Clear communication, problem-solving, and collaborative teamwork skills.
• Willingness and ability to travel up to 60%–75% for on-site monitoring visits across the southeast region.

Nice To Haves

• Residence in Florida near a major hub airport is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact between investigational sites and the sponsor.
• Conduct site selection, initiation, routine monitoring, and close-out visits.
• Ensure sites comply with ICH-GCP, SOPs, and applicable regulations.
• Maintain current documentation in CTMS and eTMF systems.
• Support and track site staff training and maintain compliance records.
• Monitor patient safety and ensure timely, accurate AE/SAE/PQC reporting.
• Support site-level subject recruitment and retention.
• Oversee drug accountability and ensure proper storage, return, or destruction.
• Resolve data queries and promote timely, high-quality data entry.
• Document site progress and escalate risks or issues to the clinical team.
• Assist with tracking site budgets and ensuring timely site payments, as applicable.
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners, including CTAs, LTMs, and CTMs.

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