Clinical Research Associate (South East)

Albion Rye Associates
Sheffield
5 days ago
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Clinical Research Associate I/II

Location:UK-Based

Salary:£38,000 – £45,000

Start Date:May or June 2025


About the Role:

We are seeking an experienced Clinical Research Associate (CRA) I or II to join our clients growing team. In this role, you will be responsible for independently managing monitoring projects, ensuring timely delivery, and upholding the highest standards of quality and compliance.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Independently manage assigned monitoring projects, keeping your Line Manager updated on progress against timelines and targets.
  • Set up, manage, and maintain (e)TMFs in line with the (e)TMF Plan, SOPs, and project budgets.
  • Ensure project milestones are met and invoiced as per contractual agreements.
  • Deliver projects to a consistently high standard and format, obtaining additional input where required. Projects may include monitoring, regulatory submissions, and other activities as delegated.
  • Maintain and manage study documentation and records, including filing within client eTMF systems, in compliance with SOPs.
  • Liaise regularly with clients to discuss study progress and address any monitoring issues promptly.
  • Ensure compliance with ICH-GCP and report any protocol or SOP breaches within agreed timelines.
  • Develop training materials and deliver training in areas of expertise.
  • Support process improvements across Clinical Operations activities.
  • Assist Clinical Project Managers with start-up activities, regulatory and ethics submissions, system updates, and medical writing when required.
  • Attend and coordinate meetings within budget guidelines.
  • Perform additional tasks as requested on an ad hoc basis.


Requirements:

  • Minimum 2 years of experience in clinical trials
  • Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in a relevant Life Science discipline
  • Full UK driving license and access to a car (preferred)
  • Experience in independent monitoring (co-monitoring may be considered)



Important Information:

Due to high application volumes, this role willclose for submissions on Friday 11th April.

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