Freelance Clinical Research Associate

TFS HealthScience - Contract Research Organization

. Function operationally as a member of a Project Team .

Posted 10/17/2026contractRemote • PortugalJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in monitoring clinical trials, ensuring compliance with SOPs, GCP, and ICH guidelines while maintaining subject safety and data integrity. Proficient in managing clinical study sites and effectively communicating site issues within a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

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Clinical Trial MonitoringGood Clinical Practice (GCP)ICH GuidelinesUrology ExperienceFluent in English and Portuguese

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Hard Skills

Clinical Study Site ManagementData Integrity AssessmentInformed Consent VerificationMonitoring Visit Report PreparationElectronic CRF ReviewInvestigational Product AccountabilityCTMS UpdatingAudit ParticipationMedical Terminology UnderstandingClinical Development Activities

Soft Skills

Strong Written CommunicationStrong Verbal CommunicationExcellent Organizational SkillsAbility to Work IndependentlyAbility to Work in a Team

Tools & Technologies

ETMFTMFCTMSTracking SystemsClinical Investigative Supplies Management

Industry Keywords

Clinical TrialsLife ScienceNursingOveractive BladderFast-Paced Environment

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Function operationally as a member of a Project Team
Initiate, monitor, and close out clinical study sites
Monitor clinical trials on-site and remotely according to SOPs, GCP, ICH guidelines, and applicable regulations
Perform monitoring activities to assess subject safety, data integrity, and quality
Verify informed consent procedures and protocol compliance
Review electronic or paper CRFs and subject source documentation
Verify management and accountability of Investigational Product
Prepare Monitoring Visit Reports, document findings and corrective/preventive actions, and update tracking systems
Communicate site issues and required action items
Deliver site documents to eTMF or paper TMF and verify Investigator Site File maintenance
Participate in audits and inspections, including preparation and follow-up
Order, ship, and reconcile clinical investigative supplies when applicable
Update CTMS and other project systems with accurate site-level information

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in life science or nursing; or equivalent
1–3 years of relevant clinical experience or relevant academic background around clinical trial or clinical development activities
Experience in Urology or Overactive Bladder is required
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities
Understanding of basic medical terminology and science associated with assigned drugs and therapeutic areas
Understanding of Good Clinical Practice regulations and ICH guidelines
Ability to work independently and in a team matrix organization
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Fluent in English and Portuguese
Excellent organizational skills
Technology savvy with good software and computer skills
Ability and willingness to travel up to 60–80%, overnight and abroad if applicable

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive compensation package
Comprehensive benefits
Opportunity for personal and professional growth
Collaborative and innovative work environment
Team focused on making a difference in patients’ lives