Job Title: Sr. CRA
Location: Blue Bell, PA
Type: Direct Hire

Requirements:

• BA/BS degree required; advanced degree with scientific or health-care training preferred
• COVID-19 vaccination required
• Minimum of at least 3-4 years of Onsite Clinical Monitoring experience. At least 1-year additional experience in related field
• Advanced site monitoring; study site management; and registry administration skills
• Ability to train and supervise junior staff; resolve project related processes
• Thorough knowledge of monitoring procedures and strong understanding of the drug accountability process
• Valid driver's license and current passport
• Have a full understanding of the Serious Adverse Event (SAE) reporting, process production of reports, narratives and follow up of SAEs
• Strong knowledge of rare disease clinical research highly desired
• Knowledge and experience in gene therapy and gene editing, preferred
• Experience with pediatric, in-patient / hospital-based studies, highly desired
• Experience monitoring global clinical trials for a product through all clinical phases of clinical development
• Demonstrated career success as a seasoned CRA, effective organizational skills, excellent verbal and written communication skills and high attention to detail
• Excellent working knowledge of FDA & ICH/GCP/CFR regulations and guidelines
• Ability to work in a team environment, meet deadlines, and prioritize and balance work from multiple individuals
• A professional who inspires trust and confidence in others. A resourceful, energetic self-starter who can shift between collaboration and execution
• Possess unquestionable integrity with the highest ethical standards
• Willingness and ability to participate in domestic and international travel, as required, up to 30%.

• All aspects of study site monitoring and management including routine monitoring and close-out of clinical sites, maintenance of study files, conduct of pre-study and initiation visits; liaise with vendors; and other duties, as assigned
• Organize and conduct presentations at Investigator Meetings
• Participate in the development of protocols and Case Report Forms and clinical trial reports as assigned
• Recruitment of potential investigators, preparation of IRB/EC submissions, notifications to regulatory authorities, translation of study-related documentation, organization of meetings and other tasks as instructed by supervisor as assigned
• Negotiate study budgets with potential investigators and assist the CRO legal departments with statements of agreements as assigned
• Independently perform CRF review; query generation and resolution against established data review guidelines per SOPs or data management systems as assigned by management
• Domestic and international travel may be required and is an essential function of the job; prepare accurate and timely trip reports; review progress of projects and initiate appropriate actions to achieve target objectives
• Conduct, report and follow-up on Shadow Monitoring Visits (Quality Spot Checks) when requested for CRO or monitors
• Manage the operational, quality, and financial aspects of clinical trial sites
• Support the study project plan, including timeline, budget, and resources
• Participate in protocol, CRF, and study plans strategy development as appropriate
• Develop patient recruitment planning and strategy at the site levels
• Proactively identify potential study issues/risks and recommend solutions
• Maintain systems (eTMF, CTMS, EDC, etc.) that track progress throughout the duration of the program
• Manage all site activities ensuring compliance with Good Clinical Practices (GCP) and applicable regulations
• Ensure appropriate clinical trial supplies are planned and ordered in time for all assigned sites
• Develop and conduct site training materials for disease state and clinical protocol objectives
• Hold clinical sites accountable to study timelines for start-up, patient recruitment strategies, enrollment, and quality data deliverables
• Report progress of key study milestones and data deliverables to supervisor on a weekly basis
• Collaborate effectively with vendor partners and internal functions to develop and execute strategies to expedite enrollment of clinical studies
• Ensure supporting documentation (e.g., case report forms, monitoring plans, data management plans, safety plans) protocol objectives and operational efficiencies are followed
• Accountable for the ongoing review of EDC data and issuance of queries in collaboration with CROs/vendors
• Establish, grow, and maintain strong relationships with study sites and investigators
• Review monitoring reports, conduct co-monitoring visits and support resolution of issues related to sites as needed

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, CM Access, and MOUNTAIN, LTD., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.