Clinical Research Associate II – Oncology

AbbVie

. Advance AbbVie's clinical research pipeline by striving for excellence in clinical research .

Posted 9/23/2026full-timeRemote • Connecticut • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $84,500 - $162,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in clinical research monitoring, compliance with ICH/GCP Guidelines, and effective site engagement strategies. Possesses strong interpersonal and organizational skills to foster collaboration and ensure quality outcomes in clinical trials.

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Clinical Research MonitoringICH/GCP Guidelines ComplianceSite Engagement StrategiesCross-Functional CollaborationRisk-Based Monitoring

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Hard Skills

Clinical Research ExperienceInvestigational Drug TrialsPatient Recruitment TechniquesSite EvaluationMonitoring Plans

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsOrganizational SkillsCritical ThinkingPresentation SkillsActive Listening

Tools & Technologies

CRM ToolsMonitoring Technology

Industry Keywords

Clinical TrialsRegulatory ComplianceTherapeutic Area KnowledgePatient JourneyAudit Readiness

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Advance AbbVie's clinical research pipeline by striving for excellence in clinical research
Partner with investigators and site staff to support meaningful and effective clinical-trial engagements
Serve as the primary point of contact for investigative sites
Provide contextual information on clinical trials and connect stakeholders with investigative sites
Align, train, and motivate site staff and principal investigators on trial goals, protocols, and patient-treatment principles
Conduct site evaluation, site training, routine monitoring, and site-closure monitoring
Ensure compliance with protocols, monitoring plans, applicable regulations, GCPs, ICH Guidelines, SOPs, and quality standards
Develop and customize site-engagement strategies for assigned studies
Gather local and site insights and use CRM tools to report, track, and measure strategy impact
Evaluate and ensure effective patient recruitment and retention techniques based on the patient disease journey
Develop therapeutic-area, asset, clinical-landscape, and patient-journey knowledge to support recruitment and protocol compliance
Mentor and train less experienced CRAs and provide development input
Participate in global or local task forces and initiatives
Conduct continuous risk assessment with the Central Monitoring team to identify study-performance or patient-safety issues
Resolve site risk signals and implement preventative and corrective action plans
Identify, evaluate, and recommend investigators and clinical sites
Ensure quality and timely submission of site data, including safety-event reporting and follow-up
Maintain audit and regulatory inspection readiness at assigned sites
Manage investigator payments according to executed contract obligations, as applicable

Requirements

What you’ll need

Appropriate tertiary qualification in health-related disciplines (Medical, Scientific, Nursing) preferred
Minimum of 1 year of clinically related experience
At least 6 months of clinical research monitoring experience involving investigational drug or device trials
Familiarity with risk-based monitoring, onsite and offsite monitoring
Knowledge of therapeutic area indications preferred
Advanced knowledge of local regulatory and legal requirements, ICH/GCP Guidelines, and applicable policies
Strong cross-functional collaboration skills
Strong planning and organizational skills
Ability to work effectively in a dynamic environment with competing projects and deadlines
Advanced ability to leverage technology, tools, and resources
Strong interpersonal skills and excellent written, verbal, active listening, and presentation skills
Ability to establish and leverage site relationships and trusted partnerships
Ability to apply critical thinking and good judgment to address clinical site issues
Integrity in accordance with AbbVie code of business conduct and leadership values
Self-motivated and focused on timely, quality outcomes

Benefits

Comp & perks

Paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick)
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k)
Short-term incentive programs
Equal opportunity employer
Reasonable accommodations for applicants
Veterans/Disabled hiring commitment