Clinical Research Associate

Syneos Health

. Perform site qualification, site initiation, interim monitoring, site management and close-out visits on-site or remotely .

Posted 10/2/2026full-timeRemote • GermanyJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in site management, regulatory compliance, and clinical data integrity, with a strong focus on Good Clinical Practice and ICH Guidelines. Proficient in managing site-level activities and mentoring junior staff while ensuring effective communication and training.

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Site QualificationRegulatory ComplianceGood Clinical PracticeClinical Data IntegrityFluency in English and German

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Hard Skills

Site ManagementClinical MonitoringData VerificationSource Document ReviewProtocol CompliancePharmacovigilanceInvestigational Product ManagementAction Plan DevelopmentClinical OperationsCritical Thinking

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationInterpersonal SkillsPresentation Skills

Tools & Technologies

Electronic Data CaptureTracking SystemsClinical Study Software

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s DegreeRN in a Related Field

Industry Keywords

ICH GuidelinesGCPClinical TrialsSite Staff PerformancePatient RecruitmentAudit Readiness

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform site qualification, site initiation, interim monitoring, site management and close-out visits on-site or remotely
Ensure regulatory, ICH-GCP/GPP and protocol compliance
Evaluate site and site staff performance, communicate serious issues, and develop action plans
Verify informed consent, subject confidentiality, safety, clinical data integrity, protocol deviations and pharmacovigilance issues
Assess site processes and conduct source document review and medical-record review
Verify clinical data in case report forms and resolve queries remotely and on site
Use hardware and software to support clinical study data review and capture
Verify electronic data capture compliance
Perform investigational product inventory, reconciliation, storage, dispensing and administration checks
Review Investigator Site Files and reconcile them with the Trial Master File
Document monitoring activities and enter observations and action items into tracking systems
Support subject/patient recruitment, retention and awareness strategies
Manage site-level activities and communication to meet project objectives, deliverables and timelines
Act as liaison with project site personnel and ensure assigned sites and team members are trained and compliant
Prepare for and attend investigator and sponsor meetings and clinical training sessions
Provide guidance on audit readiness and support audit preparation and follow-up
Mentor junior CRAs and perform training/sign-off visits as assigned
Potentially perform clinical operations lead tasks under supervision

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree or RN in a related field or equivalent combination of education, training and experience
Knowledge of Good Clinical Practice/ICH Guidelines and other applicable regulatory requirements
Previous monitoring experience in Germany
Good computer skills and ability to embrace new technologies
Excellent communication, presentation and interpersonal skills
Basic level of critical thinking skills
Fluency in English and German
Ability to manage required travel of up to 75% on a regular basis

Benefits

Comp & perks

Career development and progression
Supportive and engaged line management
Technical and therapeutic area training
Peer recognition
Total rewards program
Inclusive culture
Reasonable accommodations when appropriate