Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. AstraZeneca is a global biopharmaceutical company dedicated to pushing the boundaries of science to deliver life-changing medicines. They are seeking a Field Based Clinical Research Associate who will be responsible for the local delivery of studies at allocated centers and ensure quality commitments are achieved efficiently.
Responsibilities
- Local responsibility for the delivery of the studies at allocated centers
- Active participants in the local study team(s)
- Work in close collaboration with other Monitors and the Local Study Delivery Team
- Ensure that quality and quantity commitments are achieved in a timely and efficient manner
- Preparation, initiation, monitoring and closure of an agreed number of centres in clinical studies according to AZ Procedural Documents, international guidelines such as ICH and GCP as well as relevant local regulations
- Deliver according to the commitment in the individual trials
- May also encourage you to take on additional responsibilities that include additional tasks associated with Lead CRA, Senior CRA and/or Site Liaison
Skills
- Bachelor's degree, preferably in Life Science discipline
- 1.5+ years of CRA experience in Cardiovascular/Metabolic, Respiratory and/or Immunology therapeutic experience
- Fluent knowledge of spoken and written English
- Excellent knowledge of international guidelines ICH/GCP, basic knowledge of GMP/GDP
- Good knowledge of relevant local regulations
- Good medical knowledge in relevant AZ Therapeutic Areas
- Basic understanding of the drug development process
- Good understanding of Clinical Study Management including monitoring, study drug handling and data management
- Ability to travel as required, 50-70%
- Ability to deliver quality according to the requested standards
- Ability to work in an environment of remote collaborators
- Manages change with a positive approach for self, team and the business. Sees change as an opportunity to improve performance and add value to the business
- Ability to look for and champion more efficient and effective methods/processes of delivering quality clinical trials with reduced budget and in less time
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, negotiation, collaboration and interpersonal skills
- Good analytical and problem solving skills
- Demonstrates ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks with conflicting deadlines
- Good cultural awareness
- Ability to understand the impact of technology on projects and to use and develop computer skills while making appropriate use of systems/software in an e-enabled environment
- Team oriented and flexible; ability to respond quickly to shifting demands and opportunities
Benefits
- Overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours
- Short-term incentive bonus opportunity
- Eligibility to participate in our equity-based long-term incentive program (salaried roles)
- Retirement contribution (hourly roles)
- Commission payment eligibility (sales roles)
- Qualified retirement program [401(k) plan]
- Paid vacation and holidays
- Paid leaves
- Health benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans
- Individualized flexibility
- Ability to balance personal and work commitments while ensuring we continue to create a strong culture of collaboration and teamwork by engaging face-to-face in our offices 3 days a week
- Accommodation is available on request in respect of all aspects of the recruitment, assessment and selection process and may be requested by emailing [email protected]
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