Clinical Research Associate I, Bilingual French

Thermo Fisher Scientific

. Conduct and coordinate clinical monitoring and site management activities .

Posted 10/26/2026full-timeRemote • CanadaJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in clinical monitoring and site management, ensuring compliance with ICH-GCP guidelines and applicable regulations. Proficient in risk-based monitoring, data accuracy verification, and maintaining collaborative relationships with investigational sites.

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Clinical Monitoring ExperienceICH-GCP KnowledgeRisk-Based MonitoringMedical Terminology ProficiencyCommunication Skills

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Hard Skills

Clinical Trial ManagementSource Document ReviewData VerificationRoot Cause AnalysisProtocol Compliance AssessmentInventory ReviewAudit ReadinessTrial Status TrackingExpense ReportingMedical Research

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementCritical ThinkingProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeClinical Trial Management Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Life SciencesRegistered Nursing Certification

Industry Keywords

Clinical TrialsHealth SciencesMedical ResearchRegulatory ComplianceSOPs

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Conduct and coordinate clinical monitoring and site management activities
Perform remote and on-site visits to assess protocol and regulatory compliance
Manage sponsor procedures and guidelines across different monitoring environments
Ensure trials follow approved protocols, ICH-GCP guidelines, applicable regulations and SOPs
Maintain audit readiness and collaborative relationships with investigational sites
Monitor investigator sites using risk-based monitoring, root cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions
Ensure data accuracy through source document review, source data verification and case report form review
Assess investigational products through inventory and records review
Document observations in reports and letters and escalate deficiencies through resolution
Maintain contact with sites between monitoring visits to confirm protocol adherence and issue resolution
Participate in investigator payments, investigator meetings, site identification, site initiation, trial closeout and trial-material retrieval
Ensure essential documents are complete and conduct on-site file reviews
Track trial status and provide progress reports; maintain clinical trial management systems
Facilitate communication among sites, the client company and internal project teams
Respond to company, client and regulatory requirements, audits and inspections
Complete expense reports and timesheets
Support project publications, tools, process-improvement initiatives and other project work

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in a life sciences related field, or Registered Nursing certification, or equivalent relevant formal academic/vocational qualification
Minimal clinical monitoring experience comparable to 2 years (24 months) in clinical trials, medical terminology, medical research, clinical research, health care, or a health sciences field with formal training in medical terminology and anatomy
Valid driver's license where applicable
Equivalency may consist of a combination of appropriate education, training and/or directly related experience
Basic medical/therapeutic area knowledge and understanding of medical terminology
Working knowledge of ICH GCPs, applicable regulations and procedural documents, or ability to attain and maintain it
Good oral and written communication skills with medical personnel
Good interpersonal, organizational and time management skills
Critical thinking, root cause analysis and problem-solving skills
Ability to manage Risk Based Monitoring concepts and processes
Ability to work independently or as part of a team
Solid knowledge of Microsoft Office and ability to learn appropriate software
Good English and French language and grammar skills
Ability to travel frequently, generally 60–80%, including possible extended overnight stays
Ability to work in office, laboratory, clinical and/or home office environments and use required personal protective equipment

Benefits

Comp & perks

Fully remote work arrangement
Full-time employment
Standard Monday–Friday work schedule
Frequent travel expenses likely covered through employer processes
Personal protective equipment provided/required, including protective eyewear, garments and gloves