Clinical Research Associate
Abarca HealthFull Time
Junior (1 to 2 years)
The role is suitable for Nurses, Pharmacists, Site Coordinators, or individuals with other life science/pharma/CRO experience who are looking to start a Clinical Research Associate (CRA) career. A strong understanding of clinical monitoring and site management processes, including protocol and regulatory compliance, is necessary. Experience with ICH-GCP guidelines and applicable regulations is expected, along with the ability to conduct remote or on-site visits and manage required documentation. Risk-based monitoring skills, root cause analysis, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities are also required.
Perform and coordinate various aspects of the clinical monitoring and site management process. Conduct remote or on-site visits to assess protocol and regulatory compliance, managing all required documentation. Ensure adherence to sponsor and monitoring environment procedures and guidelines, acting as a site processes specialist to guarantee subject rights, well-being, and data reliability in accordance with the approved protocol, ICH-GCP guidelines, and applicable regulations. Maintain audit readiness and develop collaborative relationships with investigational sites. Monitor investigator sites using a risk-based approach, applying root cause analysis to identify and resolve site process failures. Ensure data accuracy through SDR, SDV, and CRF review, assessing investigational product inventory and records. Document observations in reports and letters promptly, escalating deficiencies and issues to clinical management for resolution. Maintain contact with investigative sites to confirm protocol adherence and issue resolution, conducting monitoring tasks per the approved plan. Participate in the investigator payment process and collaborate with project team members on issue resolution. Participate in investigator meetings and assist in identifying potential investigators.
Provides life sciences products and services
Thermo Fisher Scientific offers a variety of products and services that support scientific research and healthcare, including laboratory equipment, reagents, and software solutions. Their products are used in applications like protein biology, real-time PCR, and sequencing, serving clients such as academic institutions and pharmaceutical companies. Unlike competitors, Thermo Fisher emphasizes customer support and education, helping clients optimize their experiments. The company's goal is to be a leading provider of life sciences solutions that contribute to a healthier and safer world.