Senior Clinical Research Associate

ICON plc

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

Posted 10/2/2026full-timeRemote • California • United StatesSenior💰 $110,520 - $138,150 per yearWebsite

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 Good Clinical Practice (GCP) standards. Proficient in site management, data integrity, and effective communication with stakeholders to facilitate successful trial execution.

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Clinical Trial ManagementGood Clinical Practice (GCP)Oncology Monitoring ExperienceData IntegrityStakeholder Management

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Hard Skills

Clinical Trial ProcessesSite ManagementMonitoring PracticesRegulatory RequirementsData CollectionProblem-SolvingOrganizational SkillsClinical Trial Software Proficiency

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsInfluencing Skills

Industry Keywords

Clinical Research AssociateHealthcareRegulatory ComplianceCross-Functional Collaboration

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, with a focus on quality and continuous improvement
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
Build and maintain relationships with site personnel and stakeholders to facilitate smooth trial operations

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, 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
Willingness to travel as required (approximately 60%)
Current Oncology monitoring experience
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