Senior Clinical Research Associate – CNS, Psychiatry

Worldwide Clinical Trials

. Manage research activities at investigative sites participating in Worldwide clinical research projects .

Posted 10/14/2026full-timeRemote • North Carolina • United StatesSenior💰 $97,000 - $193,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing clinical research activities, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and effectively collaborating with investigative sites and study teams. Proficient in data collection, safety event reporting, and full-service monitoring within the Psychiatry domain.

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Clinical Research Associate ExperiencePsychiatry ExpertiseRegulatory Compliance ManagementMicrosoft Office ProficiencyCTMS and EDC Systems Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Clinical Research ManagementData CollectionSafety Event ReportingStudy Start-Up CoordinationFull-Service Monitoring

Soft Skills

Interpersonal CommunicationOrganizational SkillsAttention to DetailWritten Communication

Tools & Technologies

CTMSEDC SystemsMicrosoft Office

Industry Keywords

Clinical ResearchInvestigative SitesRegulatory DocumentsInformed ConsentStudy Lifecycle Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage research activities at investigative sites participating in Worldwide clinical research projects
Support sites throughout the clinical study lifecycle, from identification and start-up through maintenance and closeout
Coordinate study start-up activities, including collecting appropriate regulatory documents and supporting contract and budget negotiations
Conduct study initiation visits and train sites on accurate data collection and safety event reporting
Monitor site activities and help ensure compliance with informed consent, safety reporting, and applicable regulatory requirements
Partner with sites and study teams to address site management needs and support successful study delivery
Travel to investigative sites approximately 8–10 days per month
Collaborate with sites, sponsors, and global study teams

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree from a four-year university or a Nursing Degree
5+ years of experience as a Clinical Research Associate
Experience in Psychiatry
Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills, including proficiency in English
Strong organizational skills with excellent attention to detail and the ability to work with little or no supervision
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, CTMS, and EDC systems
Residence on the East Coast
Willingness to travel regionally
Experience in full-service monitoring PREFERRED

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive benefits package depending on location
Regular coaching and development conversations
Clear career path that can lead to Clinical Trial Manager opportunities
Inclusive and equitable workplace
Transparent compensation and pay equity