Senior Clinical Research Associate

Novartis

1d • $108,500 - $201,500 • Remote

About The Position

Drive clinical trials forward where it matters most - at the site level and with patients at the center. As a Senior CRA at Novartis, you will manage trusted site relationships and perform on-site and remote monitoring activities to support the initiation, conduct, and timely completion of Phase I – IV trials in compliance with International Council for Harmonization / Good Clinical Practices (ICH/GCP), local regulations, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and monitoring procedures. Serving as a key point of contact for investigational sites, you will proactively manage site performance, recruitment, quality, risks, and issue resolution to ensure sustainable trial execution and high-quality data delivery. Assigned to complex trials and/or less experienced sites, you may also act as a Subject Matter Expert, support audit and inspection readiness activities, ensure timely implementation of corrective actions, and collaborate with local and global cross-functional teams to drive process improvements that help bring innovative therapies to patients faster. This position can be based remotely anywhere in the U.S. (there may be some restrictions based on legal entity). Please note that this role would not provide relocation as a result. The expectation of working hours and travel (domestic and/or international) will be defined by the hiring manager. This position will require 80% travel.

Requirements

• Minimum of three years of clinical site monitoring experience
• Minimum of Bachelor’s degree in science, healthcare, or a related field
• Strong understanding of clinical research and drug development processes
• Knowledge of ICH/GCP
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently
• Strong site management, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Fluency in written and spoken English
• Ability to travel extensively, up to 80% nationally
• Fully valid and unrestricted driver’s license

Nice To Haves

• Experience in radioligand therapy, chimeric antigen receptor T-cell therapy, or oncology

Responsibilities

• Lead assigned sites as the primary point of contact throughout study delivery
• Build strong relationships to ensure site performance, quality, and milestone achievement
• Manage Phase I to Phase IV trials per monitoring plans and company procedures
• Conduct site initiation visits and deliver ongoing training for site personnel
• Perform remote and on-site monitoring to ensure compliance and patient safety
• Maintain accurate documentation and update all clinical systems in a timely manner
• Identify risks, resolve issues, and escalate concerns as needed
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive efficient study execution
• Support timely data query resolution and ensure data accuracy
• Act as a subject matter expert across study activities when required

Benefits

• health, life and disability benefits
• a 401(k) with company contribution and match
• generous time off package including vacation, personal days, holidays and other leaves

What This Job Offers

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