Senior CRA

ICON plc • Blue Bell, TX

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About The Position

At ICON Strategic Solutions, the Senior CRA (SWAT) works in a sponsor-dedicated model supported by ICON’s global expertise. The role oversees and manages clinical trial activities to ensure they are conducted according to protocol, regulatory requirements, and industry standards. It leads monitoring tasks requiring technical depth, with a focus on quality and continuous improvement. The position requires extensive clinical research associate experience, independent work, and the ability to guide others. The assignment is six months, and travel is required as needed.

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.
• Ability to manage multiple sites and projects simultaneously, with strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Expertise in monitoring practices, data integrity, and site management.
• Proficiency in relevant clinical trial software and tools.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills, including the ability to influence and drive compliance within a complex environment.
• Willingness to travel as required.
• Must be comfortable with a six-month assignment.
• 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