Senior Clinical Research Associate

ICON plc

. Oversee and manage clinical trial activities according to protocol, regulatory requirements, and industry standards .

Posted 9/17/2026full-timeRemote • CanadaSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing clinical trial activities, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and GCP standards, while effectively collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive data integrity and successful trial execution.

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Clinical Trial ManagementRegulatory ComplianceSite MonitoringData IntegrityStakeholder Management

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Hard Skills

Clinical Trial ProcessesMonitoring PracticesSite ManagementData CollectionProblem-Solving

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsCommunication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsInfluencing Skills

Tools & Technologies

Clinical Trial Software

Industry Keywords

GCP StandardsCardiovascular StudiesRespiratory StudiesCross-Functional Collaboration

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Google Cloud Platform

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Oversee and manage clinical trial activities according to protocol, regulatory requirements, and industry standards
Lead clinical trial monitoring tasks requiring technical depth, focusing on quality and continuous improvement
Monitor clinical trial sites for adherence to study protocols, regulatory requirements, and GCP standards
Conduct site visits to assess 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
Build and maintain relationships with site personnel and stakeholders
Monitor cardiovascular and respiratory studies

Requirements

What you’ll need

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
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
Ability to influence and drive compliance within a complex environment
Willingness to travel as required (approximately 60%)
Legal right to work in the country where the role is based

Benefits

Comp & perks

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