Clinical Research Associate – Senior, Oncology

Parexel

. Manage clinical sites from identification through closeout .

Posted 9/21/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing clinical sites throughout the study lifecycle, ensuring compliance with Good Clinical Practice and regulatory requirements while maintaining strong relationships with site teams and investigators. Proficient in evaluating data quality and implementing patient recruitment strategies to enhance trial performance.

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Clinical Research Associate ExperienceOncology Clinical Trial MonitoringGood Clinical Practice KnowledgeClinical Trial Management System ProficiencySite Relationship Management

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Hard Skills

Clinical Trial MonitoringData Quality EvaluationPatient Recruitment StrategiesRegulatory Documentation VerificationSite Performance Assessment

Soft Skills

Problem-SolvingCommunicationInterpersonal SkillsOrganizational SkillsAttention to Detail

Tools & Technologies

Clinical Trial Management SystemElectronic Document Management SystemMicrosoft OfficeExcelWord

Industry Keywords

Clinical TrialsGood Clinical PracticeRegulatory RequirementsBiological ScienceHealth-Related Discipline

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage clinical sites from identification through closeout
Serve as the primary point of contact for site teams
Conduct qualification, site initiation, monitoring, and termination visits at assigned clinical sites
Prepare timely visit and contact reports
Manage site quality and delivery throughout the study lifecycle
Address site questions and resolve issues supporting study execution
Oversee study integrity and maintain relationships with investigators and site staff
Review trial performance and safeguard participant rights, safety, and well-being according to protocol
Develop patient recruitment strategies with clinical sites
Ensure compliance with standard operating procedures, study protocols and amendments, Good Clinical Practice, and regulatory requirements
Evaluate reported data quality and integrity, site performance, and investigational product accountability
Monitor regulatory documentation completeness and perform site document verification

Requirements

What you’ll need

At least 18 months of direct onsite monitoring experience as a Clinical Research Associate
Oncology clinical trial monitoring experience
Bachelor's degree or equivalent in biological science, pharmacy, or another health-related discipline
Knowledge of Good Clinical Practice, applicable regulatory requirements, and clinical trial processes
Experience using a Clinical Trial Management System, an Electronic Document Management System, and Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and Word
Strong site relationship management, problem-solving, communication, interpersonal, written, verbal, organizational, and attention-to-detail skills
Ability to work independently with urgency and limited oversight
Ability to manage multiple priorities, evaluate changing scenarios, apply study protocols, and meet project timelines
Ability to collaborate within a matrixed team and communicate clearly with internal and external stakeholders
Ethical, patient-focused approach
Client-focused, flexible approach to assignments and continuous learning

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health, Vision & Dental Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Vacation/Holiday/Sick Time
Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts
Work/Life Balance
401(k) with Company match
Pet Insurance
Paid time off
Life insurance
Some roles may be eligible for additional incentives, bonuses, or other compensation programs