Senior Clinical Research Associate - CNS/Rare Disease - Midwest - Remote
Joliet, Will County, Illinois, 60432, USA
Listed on 2026-06-26
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Research/Development
Clinical Research, Research Scientist -
Healthcare
Clinical Research
About Worldwide Clinical Trials
We’re a global, midsize CRO that pushes boundaries and innovates to bring cures for the world’s most persistent diseases.
Job OverviewAs a Clinical Research Associate (CRA) at Worldwide, you will work across diverse therapeutic areas—including Cardiovascular, Metabolic, Neuroscience, Oncology, and Rare Diseases—supporting site management, regulatory submissions, and data collection.
Responsibilities- Manage research activities at sites participating in Worldwide’s clinical research projects.
- Identify potential sites, perform study start‑up activities, collect regulatory documents, negotiate contracts and budgets, and train sites to collect data properly.
- Ensure compliance with informed consent, safety event reporting, and all applicable regulatory requirements.
- Conduct study initiation visits (SIVs) and monitor site activities during study maintenance.
- Close down research activities at sites once the study concludes.
- Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills in English.
- Superior organizational skills with strong attention to detail.
- Ability to work with little or no supervision.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, CTMS, and EDC systems.
- 5+ years of experience as a Clinical Research Associate.
- 4‑year university degree or Nursing degree.
- Experience in CNS/Neurology and Rare Disease is required.
- Candidates must reside in the Midwest and be willing to travel regionally.
Annual salary range: $97,000.00 – $ (U.S. positions). Compensation is commensurate with experience, performance, education, and internal equity. We offer a competitive benefits package that may vary by location.
EEO StatementWorldwide Clinical Trials is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace and comply with all applicable labor laws.
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