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Senior Clinical Research Associate

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In-Office
Boston, MA, USA
Senior level
In-Office
Boston, MA, USA
Senior level
Oversee and monitor clinical trial sites to ensure GCP and protocol compliance, conduct site visits, resolve issues, support data collection and reporting, train site staff and CRAs, and maintain stakeholder relationships for successful trial execution.
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Senior CRA - Northeast region (Philadelphia to Boston

ICON is a global healthcare intelligence and clinical research organisation united by a mission to bring new medicines and treatments to patients faster.


As a values-driven organisation, integrity, collaboration, agility, and inclusion are at the heart of how we work and interact with each other, customers, patients and suppliers.


As a Senior CRA at ICON Plc, you will oversee and manage clinical trial activities to ensure they are conducted according to protocol, regulatory requirements, and industry standards.

What You Will Be Doing:

  • Monitoring clinical trial sites to ensure adherence to study protocols, regulatory requirements, and Good Clinical Practice (GCP) standards.

  • Conducting site visits to assess site performance, resolve issues, and provide support to ensure successful trial execution.

  • Collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure timely and accurate data collection and reporting.

  • Providing training and guidance to site staff and other CRAs to maintain high standards of clinical trial conduct.

  • Building and maintaining effective relationships with site personnel and stakeholders to facilitate smooth trial operations.

Your Profile:

  • Advanced degree in a relevant field such as life sciences, nursing, or medicine.

  • Extensive experience as a Clinical Research Associate, with a strong understanding of clinical trial processes and regulatory requirements.

  • Proven ability to manage multiple sites and projects simultaneously, with strong organizational and problem-solving skills.

  • Expertise in monitoring practices, data integrity, and site management, with proficiency in relevant clinical trial software and tools.

  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and drive compliance within a complex environment.

  • Must be located in the Northeast

  • Oncology monitoring experience is required

  • Ability to travel at least 60% of the time (international and domestic - fly and drive) and should possess a valid driver’s license


Employment with ICON is contingent upon having the legal right to work in the country where the role is based.


Rewards & Benefits

ICON offers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package designed to support your health, wellbeing, and career development.


Benefits may include:

  • Competitive base salary and performance related incentives
  • Health and wellbeing programmes including medical, dental, and vision coverage where applicable
  • Retirement and pension plans
  • Life assurance and disability coverage
  • Employee assistance programmes and wellbeing resources
  • Learning and development opportunities through structured training and career pathways

Benefits may vary depending on role and location.


Visit our careers site to read more about the benefits ICON offers.


Inclusion and Accessibility

ICON is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building an inclusive and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued and supported.


If you require reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know or submit a request here.

Are you a current ICON Employee? Please click here to apply

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