Clinical Research Associate

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Clinical Research Associate
Job Description
The Clinical Research Associate (CRA) will support successful and timely start-up and completion of clinical trials and be a key member of the Organization of Chief Medical Officer (OCMO) Global Clinical Affairs team. This will include oversight and management of assigned studies associated with investigator sites and monitoring activities.
The CRA will monitor clinical trials in accordance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP), Agilent procedures, and all applicable regulations. The CRA works closely with the Clinical Trial Manager (CTM) and/or lead CRA to ensure all monitoring activities are conducted according to study requirements and Monitoring Plan. The CRA may report to a CTM or people manager and has no direct reports.
Primary Responsibilities (all levels)
- Performs all study monitoring visits and completes supporting visit reports, including applicable visits such as site/investigator qualification, site initiation, interim monitoring, remote monitoring, and close-out visits
- Trains investigator(s) and site staff on study protocol and all relevant study procedures
- Support study start-up, conduct, and closeout activities. May assist in developing study-related plans and documents including clinical protocol, clinical brochures/IFUs, development of CRFs, reviewing informed consent forms, monitoring plan, etc. May coordinate IRB/EC approvals
- Functions independently in the field and interacts professionally with all levels of medical and scientific professionals
- Identify early on any unsatisfactory results, operations or specific problems and take immediate action to appropriate groups including escalating and assisting in resolving any study related issues that arise during study conduct
- Assures adherence to GCP, study protocol, procedures, all applicable requirements, and regulations throughout the study monitoring visits. Responsible for implementing and maintaining the effectiveness of the quality system
- Collect and review site regulatory and essential documents for accuracy and completion. Maintain the study Trial Master File (TMF)/or eTMF and ensure the Investigator Site Files (ISFs) are current and maintained
- Perform Source Data Verification (SDV) and data cleaning in accordance with study monitoring plan. Reviewing all study logs and documentation ensuring audit trail and chain of custody is maintained
- Performs Investigation Use Only (IUO) or Research Use Only (RUO) inventory and accountability, in accordance with study monitoring plan. Facilitates return or destruction of any unused IUO/RUO material as required
- Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned sites and works with sites to resolve data queries and monitoring findings. Maintains accurate and timely communications with sites and ensures records are filed in TMF/ISF
- Ensures TMF/ISF is audit ready. Assists with site audit(s) and site quality management activities, as needed. Tracks site progress against contractual agreements
- Contribute to organizational and departmental process development, improvement, and Implementation
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or higher, or equivalent credentials
- Knowledge of International Council for Harmonisation (ICH)/GCP guidelines, 21 CFR (Code of Federal Regulations) part 812 (Investigational Device Exemption) (IDE), and monitoring procedures/best practices (ICH E6(R2)
- Demonstrating strong written and verbal communication skills and presentation skills
- Track record demonstrating strong organizational and problem-solving skills
- Track record demonstrating a strong work ethic and ability to deliver tasks on time
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite including automation tools
- For CRA I: 1+ years direct clinical research experience at a sponsor, CRO, device manufacturer, IVD, companion diagnostics or investigator site
- Experience with Electronic Data Capture (EDC) systems and eTMF systems
Ideal candidate must reside in the Carpinteria, CA area. This is not a remote position.
The US pay range for this full-time position is $61,200.00 - $100,406.00/yr, plus eligibility for bonus, stock and benefits. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum new hire pay for the position across the relevant US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. During the hiring process, a recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for a preferred location. Additional details are available at: https://careers.agilent.com/locations/americas/united-states/
Agilent Technologies Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other protected categories under all applicable laws.
- Option to Work Remote: Yes
- Travel Required: 35% of the Time
- Schedule: Full time
- Shift: Day
- Duration: No End Date
- Job Function: Marketing