Experienced Clinical Research Associate

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Experienced Clinical Research Associate
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The Clinical Research Associate at Medpace is offering the unique opportunity to have an exciting career in the research of drug and medical device development while making a difference in the lives of those around them. For those with medical and/or health/life science interest and background who want to explore the research field and be part of a team bringing pharmaceutical and medical devices to market - this could be the right opportunity for you.
Our successful Clinical Research Associates possess varied backgrounds in medical and other science-related healthcare fields. Individuals who have succeeded in the CRA role include:
Nurses
Dieticians
Pharmacy Technicians
Pharmaceutical/Device Sales Representatives
Biotech Engineers
PhD/Pharm.D candidates
Health and Wellness Coordinators
Research Assistants
PACE
- MEDPACE CRA TRAINING PROGRAM. No research experience is needed as Medpace provides comprehensive initial and ongoing training, unmatched by other CROs. Through our PACE Training Program, you will join other
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PACE provides the platform to effectively and confidently carry out your duties, enhance your current abilities and ultimately help you become a high-functioning independent Medpace CRA.
PACE will prepare you by developing your CRA skills through interactive discussions and hands on job-related exercises and practicums.
To supplement your in-house and field-based training you may also participate in other clinical research departmental core rotations, learning other aspects of the drug/device development and approval process.
UNEXPECTED REWARDS . This role takes you on a journey through travel and excitement which will allow you to make a difference on a large scale through the enhancement of pharmaceuticals and medical devices. The CRA position provides many other distinctive advantages including:
Dynamic working environment, with varying responsibilities day-to day
Expansive experience in multiple therapeutic areas
Work within a team of therapeutic and regulatory experts
Defined CRA promotion and growth ladder with potential for mentoring and management advancements
Competitive pay and opportunity for significant travel bonus
Responsibilities
Conduct qualification, initiation, monitoring, and closeout visits for research sites in compliance with the approved protocol;
Communication with the medical site staff including coordinators, clinical research physicians and their site staff;
Verifying adequate investigator qualifications, training and resources, including facilities, laboratories, equipment, and staff;
Medical record and research source documentation verification against case report form data, including informing the site staff of any entry errors, ensuring good documentation practices are being adhered to and communicating protocol deviations appropriately per SOPs, GCP and applicable regulatory requirements;
Verification that the investigator is enrolling only eligible subjects;
Regulatory document review;
Medical device and/or investigational product/drug accountability and inventory;
Verification and review of adverse events, serious adverse events, concomitant medications and corresponding illnesses to confirm accurate data reporting in accordance with the protocol;
Assessing the clinical research site’s patient recruitment and retention success and offering suggestions for improvement;
Completion of monitoring reports and follow-up letters, which includes providing summaries of the significant findings, deviations, deficiencies, and recommended actions to secure compliance.
Qualifications
Minimum of a bachelor’s degree; Health or life science related field preferred;
Willing to travel approximately 20% nationally;
Familiarity with Microsoft Office; and
Strong communication and presentation skills a plus.
Medpace Overview . Medpace is a full-service clinical contract research organization (CRO). We provide Phase I-IV clinical development services to the biotechnology, pharmaceutical and medical device industries. Our mission is to accelerate the global development of safe and effective medical therapeutics through its scientific and disciplined approach.
Why Medpace?
People. Purpose. Passion. Make a Difference Tomorrow. Join Us Today.
Medpace Perks
Flexible work environment
Competitive compensation and benefits package
Competitive PTO packages
Structured career paths with opportunities for professional growth
Company-sponsored employee appreciation events
Employee health and wellness initiatives
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