Associate Clinical Research Associate

Qualifications, Skills & Experience:

Technical Competencies:

• Fluent in local language(s) and English, both verbal and written, with excellent communication skills.
• Ability to understand technical information and, with support, present it clearly.
• Good understanding of: Clinical research; Clinical trial phases; Current GCP/ICH standards; Country-specific clinical research laws and guidelines.
• Working knowledge of global and local CRA guidelines and the ability to operate within them.
• Hands-on knowledge of Good Documentation Practices.
• Developing skills in site management, including site performance and patient recruitment.
• Developing monitoring skills and sound professional judgment.
• Strong IT proficiency, including MS Office and clinical applications on desktop, tablet, and mobile devices.
• Ability to adapt quickly to new systems and technologies.
• Uses approved systems and dashboards, maintains data quality, and applies basic automation, analytics, and approved AI with guidance.
• Strong quality and compliance mindset.
• Ability to manage complex issues with a solution-oriented approach.
• Ability to perform root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive actions.

Behavioral Competencies

• Strong time management, organizational, interpersonal, and conflict management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with experienced research professionals across multiple protocols, sites, and therapy areas.
• High sense of accountability and urgency; able to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a dynamic environment with support from line management.
• Ability to work effectively in a matrix, multicultural environment and build culturally sensitive working relationships.
• Strong customer focus.
• Positive, growth-oriented, and self-driven mindset.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining professionalism.
• Demonstrates professional demeanor and communication aligned with organizational policies and practices.

Education & Experience Requirements:

One of the following:

• Associate’s degree, certificate, or equivalent in a scientific/healthcare discipline, plus at least 3 years of relevant experience in the healthcare field.
• Bachelor’s degree or above in a scientific/healthcare discipline, plus at least 6 months of relevant experience in the healthcare field.
• Bachelor’s degree or above in a non-scientific/healthcare discipline, plus at least 2 years of relevant experience in the healthcare field.

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to contribute to the successful delivery of clinical research studies.
• Exposure to a collaborative, multicultural, and highly regulated global environment.
• Professional growth through hands-on site management and monitoring experience.
• The chance to make a meaningful impact on clinical trial quality, compliance, and patient safety.

Required Skills:

Clinical Research, Clinical Research Methods, Clinical Site Management, Clinical Study Management, Clinical Trial Planning, Clinical Trials Monitoring

Preferred Skills:

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Employee Status:

Regular

Relocation:

No relocation

VISA Sponsorship:

No

Travel Requirements:

75%

Flexible Work Arrangements:

Hybrid

Shift:

Not Indicated

Valid Driving License:

Yes

Hazardous Material(s):

n/a

Job Posting End Date:

10/25/2026

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