Senior Clinical Research Associate
About this role
Job Description
Are you a highly skilled and motivated individual looking to make a difference in the field of clinical research? Join our team as a Clinical Research Associate (CRA) or senior Clinical Research Associate (srCRA) and help us execute innovative and high-quality clinical trials to improve and save lives around the world. We are committed to excellence in clinical research, making it a top priority and cornerstone of our business.
Why should you join us?
Join us as a CRA where your growth and professional development is our priority. You'll gain exposure to regional and global assignments, build on your monitoring expertise by contributing to cluster initiatives and have opportunity to progress to other roles within the company. You'll participate in comprehensive training and onboarding programs while representing our company externally, expanding your network and influencing stakeholders. Take the next step in your career with us and make a significant difference in the field of clinical research.
As a CRA, you will work with an engaged team of professionals dedicated to ensuring the success of our clinical trials and site performance. In this role, you will have considerable responsibility and play a vital part in achieving successful outcomes for your study teams and for the CRA team. While working under the oversight of a CRA Manager, you will be accountable for performance and compliance for assigned protocols and sites as the primary contact and site manager.
As a self-driven and resourceful CRA, you will also actively contribute to the development and expansion of our clinical research territory.
Responsibilities
- A job posting is effective until 11:59:59PM on the day
About Merck
Join a fast-paced team of positive and experienced individuals, where you will have the opportunity to learn and take on new challenges. We are looking for a candidate who can contribute significantly to the CRA team's knowledge by acting as a Subject Matter Expert, sharing best practices, providing recommendations for continuous improvement, and delivering training as needed. In addition, we are seeking the following core competencies in our new colleague: Fluency in both Norwegian and English with excellent communication skills, including the ability to effectively understand and present technical information. Excellent understanding and working knowledge of clinical research, phases of clinical trials, current GCP/ICH guidelines, country clinical research laws, and global/country/regional clinical research guidelines. Ability to work within these guidelines. Proven skills in site management and monitoring, including independent management of site performance and patient recruitment, and professional judgment. Advanced IT skills, including the use of MS Office and various clinical IT applications on different devices (computer, tablet, and mobile). Ability to manage complex issues and work in a solution-oriented manner. High sense of accountability and urgency. Ability to set priorities and handle multiple tasks in a changing environment. Interest in networking and engaging internal and external stakeholder Ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment and establish and maintain culturally sensitive working relationships. Willingness to travel domestically and internationally approximately 50% of the working time. Valid driver's license. Minimum two years of experience with direct site management in the pharma/bio/CRO industry for CRA position Minimum four years of experience with direct site management in the pharma/bio/CRO industry for senior CRA position Bachelor's degree with a strong emphasis on science and/or biology.