In house clinical research associate

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Job Description Summary

Job Description

ROLE

The In-house CRA is an important member of the Alira Health Clinical team. In-house CRAs manage and support clinical sites from site approval through close-out. In-house CRAs work closely with field CRAs and Clinical Project Managers to ensure the integrity of the trial data without the need for frequent travel.

KEY RESPONSABILITIES

• Develops study documents and tools, including Informed Consent Form (ICF) templates (for both local and central IRBs), site binder contents, etc.

  Supports sites in obtaining IRB approval, developing submission materials, and creating site-specific ICFs

  Responds to sites’ regulatory board requests for protocol and ICF clarification as needed

  Ensures all required site regulatory documents and approvals are in place prior to investigational product shipment

  Ensures all regulatory documents are collected and filed appropriately at both the site and in the Trial Master File (TMF); conducts routine file reviews

  Analyzes site performance problems (protocol adherence) and identifies solutions; provides ongoing training for study sites

  Maintains regular communication with study sites to ensure protocol/GCP compliance, assesses subject accrual rates, and responds to sponsor requests

  Conducts remote review of data entered on electronic Case Report Forms (eCRFs)

  Works closely with field CRAs and data management to resolve queries on discrepant data 

  Assists with efforts to recruit investigative sites to participate in clinical studies

  Complies with ICH GCP guidelines, FDA regulations, and company SOPs

  Participates in internal, client/sponsor, scientific, and other meetings as required

  Manages and resolves conflicting priorities to deliver on commitments

  Performs additional duties as assigned

  DESIRED QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE

  • BS/BA from an undergraduate program or equivalent experience

    1-2 years of experience in clinical research

    TECHNICAL COMPETENCES & SOFT SKILLS

    • Proven ability to be careful, thorough, and detail-oriented

      Strong organizational skills and the ability to multi-task and work effectively in a fast-paced environment

      Strong analytical, negotiation, meeting management, cross-functional team, and leadership skills

      Self-starter who thrives in a collaborative, yet less structured team environment

      Ability to problem-solve unstructured or ambiguous challenges

      Strong command of English, both written and verbal

      Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with customer service orientation

      Proficient with MS Office Suite, particularly Word and Excel

      Permanent authorization to work in the U.S.

      Compensation $85,000 - 100,000 commensurate with experience

      Languages

      English

      Education

      Bachelor of Arts (BA), Bachelor of Science (BS)

      Contract Type

      Regular