Senior CRA

ICON plc • Dallas, TX

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About The Position

At ICON Strategic Solutions, the Senior CRA works in a sponsor-dedicated model with support from ICON’s global expertise. The role leads clinical trial monitoring tasks requiring technical depth, with a focus on quality and continuous improvement. The Senior CRA monitors ophthalmology clinical trial sites, supports successful trial execution, and works independently while providing guidance to others. Candidates must be located in the greater Dallas area and be willing to travel approximately 60% as required.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant scientific discipline or healthcare-related field.
• Extensive experience as a Clinical Research Associate, with a strong understanding of clinical trial processes and regulatory requirements.
• Proven ability to manage multiple sites and projects simultaneously, with strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Expertise in monitoring practices, data integrity, and site management, with proficiency in relevant clinical trial software and tools.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and drive compliance within a complex environment.
• Experience monitoring complex indications in ophthalmology.
• Willingness to travel as required (approximately 60%).
• Must be located in the greater Dallas area.
• Must have the legal right to work in the country where the role is based.

Responsibilities

• Monitor clinical trial sites to ensure adherence to study protocols, regulatory requirements, and Good Clinical Practice (GCP) standards.
• Conduct site visits to assess site performance, resolve issues, and support successful trial execution.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely and accurate data collection and reporting.
• Provide training and guidance to site staff and other CRAs to maintain high standards of clinical trial conduct.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with site personnel and stakeholders to facilitate smooth trial operations.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary and performance-related incentives.
• Health and wellbeing programmes, including 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