Senior Clinical Research Associate - Psychiatry(US, Central)
About The Position
Worldwide Clinical Trials is seeking a home-based Senior Clinical Research Associate to support psychiatry and CNS studies at investigative sites across the Central United States. The candidate must reside within the territory and will travel primarily regionally, with occasional travel elsewhere as needed, approximately 8–10 days per month. The Senior CRA oversees clinical study activities from site qualification through closeout, supporting quality, patient safety, regulatory compliance, protocol adherence, timely data collection, and reliable data. The role partners with investigative sites, study teams, and sponsors, providing leadership, guidance, and oversight throughout the clinical trial lifecycle. Worldwide Clinical Trials is a global midsize CRO with more than 3,500 experts. Its stated mission is to improve lives by working with passion and purpose, and it emphasizes an inclusive, collaborative workplace.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or a nursing degree.
- At least 5 years of experience as a regional, traveling Clinical Research Associate.
- Experience monitoring CNS and psychiatric clinical trials.
- Ability to travel within the specified region, approximately 8–10 days per month.
- Strong knowledge of clinical trial processes, site management, and regulatory requirements.
- Must reside in the Central United States territory.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in full-service monitoring.
Responsibilities
- Manage clinical research activities at investigative sites participating in Worldwide clinical studies.
- Identify and assess potential research sites to support successful study execution.
- Coordinate study start-up activities, including collecting regulatory documentation and supporting contract and budget processes.
- Conduct Pre-Site Selection Visits (PSSVs), Study Initiation Visits (SIVs), Interim Monitoring Visits (IMVs), and Closeout Visits (COVs).
- Train site personnel on protocol requirements, data collection processes, and safety reporting expectations.
- Monitor site performance and provide ongoing support during study maintenance activities.
- Ensure compliance with informed consent requirements, safety reporting obligations, and applicable regulatory standards.
- Partner with sites and study teams to support data quality, participant safety, and study success.
- Support site closeout activities and ensure study requirements are completed at the end of the trial.
Benefits
- Competitive benefits package depending on location.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
