Clinical Research Associate – Neurology

MSD

. Ensure performance and compliance for assigned protocols and sites in a country .

Posted 10/8/2026full-timeRemote • New Jersey • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $96,200 - $151,400 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in clinical research site management, ensuring compliance with ICH/GCP and local regulations while effectively managing site performance and patient recruitment. Proficient in utilizing clinical IT applications and maintaining strong relationships with stakeholders across diverse environments.

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Clinical Research Site ManagementICH/GCP ComplianceSite Performance ManagementPatient Recruitment ManagementFluent in English and Local Languages

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Hard Skills

Clinical Trial PhasesGood Documentation PracticesData AnalysisRoot Cause AnalysisPreventive/Corrective Action Skills

Soft Skills

Time ManagementOrganizational SkillsInterpersonal SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsConflict Management

Tools & Technologies

CTMSETMFMS OfficeClinical IT Applications

Certifications & Qualifications

Associate's Degree in Scientific/Healthcare DisciplineBachelor's Degree or Above

Industry Keywords

BioPharmaCRONeurologyClinical Research Guidelines

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Ensure performance and compliance for assigned protocols and sites in a country
Ensure study conduct complies with ICH/GCP, country regulations, company policies and procedures, quality standards, and adverse-event reporting requirements
Act as primary site contact and site manager throughout all phases of clinical research studies
Develop and expand the clinical research territory by finding and developing new sites
Participate in internal meetings and workstreams as a monitoring-process Subject Matter Expert
Develop strong site relationships and ensure continuity throughout all trial phases
Perform clinical study site management and monitoring in compliance with ICH-GCP, Sponsor SOPs, local laws and regulations, protocol, site monitoring plan, and associated documents
Coordinate tasks with sponsor roles to achieve Site Ready
Provide input on site selection and validation activities
Perform remote and on-site monitoring and oversight activities
Conduct validation, initiation, monitoring, and close-out visits; document visit and non-visit contact reports accurately and promptly
Collect, review, and monitor regulatory documentation for study start-up, maintenance, and close-out
Communicate with investigators and site staff about protocol conduct, recruitment, retention, deviations, documentation, audits/inspections, and site performance
Identify, assess, resolve, and escalate site performance, quality, and compliance problems
Partner with country operations, finance, regulatory affairs, pharmacovigilance, legal, regional operations, headquarters functions, vendors, IRB/IECs, and regulatory authorities
Manage information and documentation in CTMS, eTMF, and other systems
Contribute to CRA team knowledge as a process SME, buddy/mentor, and best-practice sharer
Support or lead audit and inspection activities
Perform co-monitoring visits where appropriate
Identify potential sites and help develop their clinical research capabilities according to country strategy

Requirements

What you’ll need

Associate's degree, certificate or equivalent in a scientific / healthcare discipline plus at least 5 years of relevant healthcare-field experience, including at least 2 years of direct site management (monitoring) experience in a bio / pharma / CRO; OR Bachelor's degree (or above) plus at least 2 years of direct site management (monitoring) experience in a bio / pharma / CRO
Experience in Neurology preferred
Fluent in local languages and English, verbal and written
Good understanding and working knowledge of clinical research, clinical trial phases, current GCP/ICH, and country clinical research law and guidelines
Good understanding of Global, Country/Regional Clinical Research Guidelines
Hands-on knowledge of Good Documentation Practices
Proven site management skills, including site performance and patient recruitment management
Demonstrated high level of monitoring skill with independent professional judgment
Good IT skills, including MS Office and clinical IT applications on computer, tablet, and mobile devices
Ability to understand and analyze data/metrics
Ability to manage complex issues and work in a solution-oriented manner
Root cause analysis and preventive/corrective action skills
Effective time management, organizational, interpersonal, conflict management, problem-solving, and prioritization skills
Ability to work independently across multiple protocols, sites, and therapy areas
Ability to work effectively in a matrix multicultural environment and maintain culturally sensitive working relationships
Customer focus and high quality/compliance mindset
Ability to travel domestically and internationally approximately 65%-75% of working time; expected travel approximately 2-3 days/week
Current driver's license preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual bonus
Long-term incentive, if applicable
Medical, dental, and vision healthcare
Other insurance benefits for employee and family
Retirement benefits, including 401(k)
Paid holidays
Vacation
Compassionate days
Sick days
Remote work arrangement