Senior Clinical Research Associate

Magnus Medical

. Independently manage clinical monitoring activities for assigned clinical trial sites, including site selection/qualification, initiation, routine monitoring, and close-out visits .

Posted 11/11/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $140,000 - $165,000 per yearWebsite

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Demonstrates extensive experience in clinical monitoring, including site management, protocol compliance, and data integrity within psychiatric research. Proficient in collaborating with diverse stakeholders and mentoring junior staff while ensuring adherence to regulatory standards.

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Clinical Monitoring ExperienceICH-GCP UnderstandingEDC Systems ProficiencyInterpersonal Communication SkillsACRP or SOCRA Certification

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Hard Skills

Clinical Trial ManagementData Accuracy ReviewProtocol Compliance MonitoringPsychiatric Rating Scales ExperienceStudy Document Development

Soft Skills

Relationship BuildingProblem SolvingMentoring

Tools & Technologies

EDC SystemsCTMSMicrosoft Office

Certifications & Qualifications

ACRP CertificationSOCRA Certification

Industry Keywords

Mental HealthCNS Therapeutic AreasRegulatory ComplianceClinical Study OperationsDecentralized Clinical Trials

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Independently manage clinical monitoring activities for assigned clinical trial sites, including site selection/qualification, initiation, routine monitoring, and close-out visits
Serve as liaison between Magnus and clinical trial sites, building site relationships and engagement in trials involving sensitive patient populations
Collaborate with peers, leadership, investigators, and key opinion leaders
Review source documents and case report forms to ensure data accuracy and integrity
Monitor protocol compliance, subject safety, informed consent processes, and psychiatric scale administration
Identify and resolve site-level issues and escalate when appropriate
Provide remote and on-site training and support for site staff on protocols, safety reporting, and data collection
Develop study documents, including protocols, CRFs, monitoring plans, and informed consent forms
Collaborate with Regulatory Affairs and Data Management to ensure data quality and timeliness
Mentor and support junior CRAs
Contribute to audit readiness and support regulatory inspections and site audits
Contribute to clinical study operations process improvements

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s or advanced degree in Life Sciences, Nursing, Psychology, or a related field
Minimum 12 years of experience in clinical monitoring
At least 10 years in the medical device industry and/or mental health/CNS therapeutic areas
Strong understanding of ICH-GCP, FDA regulations, and ethical considerations unique to psychiatric research
Ability to independently manage multiple sites and complex protocols
Experience with psychiatric rating scales and vulnerable populations is highly desirable
Strong interpersonal and communication skills with investigators and site staff
Proficiency in EDC systems, CTMS, and Microsoft Office
Willingness to travel up to 75%, depending on study needs
Prior experience working directly for a sponsor organization in mental health is preferred
Familiarity with decentralized or hybrid clinical trial models is preferred
Experience with treatment-resistant mental health trials is preferred
ACRP or SOCRA certification is a plus

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual bonus based on company goals
Equity grant
Inclusive and positive work environment
Equal opportunity employment