Clinical Research Associate

Director-Client Services, Delivery and Operations

Job Title: Clinical Research Associate

Duration: 11 Months

Location: Remote (Travel Requirement)

Pay Rate: $66/hr on W2

Note: Considering local candidates to any of the wet coast sites:
Santa Monica, El Segundo, La Verne, Oceanside, or Foster City. Working mostly remote but subject to change to comply with Kite/Gilead policy.

• Assures site compliance with routine protocol and regulatory requirements and quality of data. Assists in setting and updating study timelines.
• Assists in CRO or vendor selection.
• With guidance from supervisor coordinates CROs or vendors.
• Drafts and coordinates review of protocols, informed consents, case report forms and monitoring plans.
• Assists in the review of routine data and preparation of safety, interim, and final study reports, and resolution of data discrepancies.
• Participates or effectively runs meetings and conference calls with CROs, vendors, and multi-functional teams (may participate in abstract presentations, oral presentations, and manuscript development).
• Interfaces with individuals in other functional areas to address routine study issues.
• May be asked to assist in the training of Clinical Research Associates and Clinical Project Assistants.
• Under general supervision, participates in two or more departmental or interdepartmental strategic initiatives.
• Travel is required.
• Excellent verbal, written, interpersonal, and presentation skills are required.
• Working knowledge and experience with Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Working knowledge of FDA and/or EMEA Regulations, ICH Guidelines, and GCPs governing routine clinical trials.
• Must be able to prioritize multiple tasks, plan proactively, and accomplish goals using well-defined instructions and procedures.
• Ability to develop tools and processes that increase measured efficiencies of the project.
• Must be able to anticipate obstacles and proactively develop solutions to achieve project goals.
• Must have a general understanding of functional issues and routine project goals from an organizational perspective.

• Must meet all requirements for Clinical Research Associate position and have demonstrated proficiency in all relevant areas.
• 4+ years of experience and a BS or BA in a relevant scientific discipline.
• 4+ years of experience and an RN (2 or 3 year certificate).
• CCRA or other certification desired.

• Seniority level: Associate
• Employment type: Contract
• Job function: Science
• Industry: Medical Equipment Manufacturing