Senior Clinical Research Associate - CNS (US, Midwest)
About The Position
Worldwide Clinical Trials is hiring a home-based Senior Clinical Research Associate to support CNS clinical studies at investigative sites across the Midwest United States. The role oversees clinical study activities from site qualification and start-up through ongoing monitoring and closeout, helping ensure quality, patient safety, regulatory compliance, protocol adherence, timely data collection, and strong site performance. The Senior CRA partners with investigative sites, sponsors, study teams, and global colleagues, providing guidance and oversight throughout the clinical trial lifecycle. Candidates must reside in the Midwest territory and travel primarily regionally, including approximately 8–10 days per month at investigative sites; occasional travel outside the region may be needed.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree or nursing degree.
- At least 5 years of experience as a regional, traveling Clinical Research Associate.
- Experience monitoring CNS 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 Midwest United States.
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, 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.
- Ensure compliance with informed consent requirements, safety reporting obligations, and applicable regulatory standards.
- Partner with sites and study teams to promote data quality, participant safety, and overall study success.
- Support site closeout and ensure study requirements are completed at the conclusion 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
