Sr. Clinical Research Associate

IRE • Cary, NC

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About The Position

As a Senior Clinical Research Associate at ICON Plc, you will work in a sponsor-dedicated model and oversee clinical trial activities to ensure they are conducted according to study protocols, regulatory requirements, and industry standards. You will lead monitoring tasks that require technical depth, with a focus on quality and continuous improvement. The position is associated with the Southeast and requires approximately 60% travel.

ICON describes its sponsor-dedicated model as supported by its global expertise and offers a collaborative environment, career development, and work contributing to treatments for patients. Employment is contingent on having the legal right to work in the country where the role is based.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant scientific discipline or healthcare-related field.
• Extensive experience as a Clinical Research Associate and 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 in a complex environment.
• Willingness to travel as required (approximately 60%).
• Legal right to work in the country where the role is based.

Responsibilities

• Monitor clinical trial sites for 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.
• Lead clinical trial monitoring tasks requiring technical depth, with a focus on quality and continuous improvement.

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