About the job Clinical Research Associate - Oncology - Michigan About the roleAs a Clinical Research Associate you will be joining the worlds largest most comprehensive clinical research organisation, powered by healthcare intelligence.What will you be doing?
- Works on multiple oncology trials
- Quality of life focus wtih Regional Travel
- Demonstrated leadership, through involvement in specific initiatives when needed, and/or SME to systems and/or processes Mentors/coaches junior flex team
- Acts as Lead SM-training other SMs on study
- Develops site start up documents for studies including SIV agenda
- Provides SM voice when reviewing study documents (e.g. Monitoring Guidelines)
- Represents LTMs or SMs on SMTs/meetings
- Takes over LTM role reports review (SQV, SMV, SCV) for sites assigned to other SMs from the same trial
- Supports country budget development and/or contract negotiation in liaison with CCS colleagues
- Assists with ASV
- Metrics/KPIs: Metrics/KPIs governing these services are outlined in the Quality Oversight Plan (QOP) document.
Interfaces Primary/Other:
- Primary interfaces: Provider Functional Manager, Clinical Trial Assistant, Local Trial Manager and Central Study Team for assigned clinical trials.
- Other Interfaces: Study Responsible Physician, Regional Quality and Compliance. Manager/Specialist, Local Drug Safety Officer (where required) and Site Manager team; Investigators and their delegates at site (trial personnel including study coordinators, pharmacists, etc.)
Qualifications Needed:
- Based in the Michigan (near a major airport)
- Have a minimum of aB.Sc., R.N., or equivalent degree, preferably in Biological Sciences
- Have a minimum of 2 years experience in monitoring pharmaceutical industry clinical trials
- Have a minimum of 1-3 years' experience monitoring Oncology trials
- Knowledge of several therapeutic areas, with oncology an asset but not a requirement.
- Analytical/risk-based monitoring experience is an asset
- Ability to actively drive patient recruitment strategies at assigned sites
- Ability to partner closely with investigator and site staff to meet all of our study timelines
- Ability to operate and use various systems and databases (e.g. CTMS, EDC, eTMF, various dashboards/metrics, IWRS, safety reporting).
- Possess strong communication and influencing skills to effectively manage study sites both remotely and face to face. Strong team member and self-starter with the ability to work independently.
- Have an in-depth knowledge of Good Clinical Practice, ICH guidelines and local regulatory requirements.
- Need to travel up to 50%
What ICON can offer you:Our success depends on the quality of our people. Thats why weve made it a priority to build a diverse culture that rewards high performance and nurtures talent.In addition to your competitive salary, ICON offers a range of additional benefits. Our benefits are designed to be competitive within each country and are focused on well-being and work life balance opportunities for you and your family.Our benefits examples include:
- Various annual leave entitlements
- A range of health insurance offerings to suit you and your familys needs
- Competitive retirement planning offerings to maximise savings and plan with confidence for the years ahead
- Global Employee Assistance Programme, TELUS Health, offering 24-hour access to a global network of over 80,000 independent specialised professionals who are there to support you and your familys well-being
- Life assurance
- Flexible country-specific optional benefits, including childcare vouchers, bike purchase schemes, discounted gym memberships, subsidised travel passes, health assessments, among others
At ICON, diversity, inclusion belonging are fundamental to our culture and values. Our rich diversity makes us more innovative which helps us better serve our people, patients, customers, and our communities. We're proud of our diverse workforce and the work weve done to become a more inclusive organisation. Were dedicated to providing an inclusive and accessible environment for all candidates. ICON is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please let us know through the form below.Lifelancer ( ) is a talent-hiring platform in Life Sciences, Pharma and IT. The platform connects talent with opportunities in pharma, biotech, health sciences, healthtech, data science and IT domains.Please use the below Lifelancer link for job application and quicker response.