Sr. Clinical Research Associate - (In vitro diagnostics)

Senior Clinical Research Associate-CRA (IVD)

Are you passionate about advancing human health? Are you driven by a desire to work in clinical research?  Are you ready to be part of leading team with a shared sense of purpose and unwavering committment?  If you have a constant desire to learn, then read on.

Beaufort seeks a skilled and dedicated Senior Clinical Research Associate with a strong history supporting in vitro diagnostic clinical trials.  We participate in an exciting and growing industry and that growth fuels a level of passion, knowledge and commitment to our projects and clients.  Our clinical research team advances our mission and helps our clients achieve their goals. We work with multiple sponsors in multiple therapeutic areas with emphasis in Invitro Diagnostics (IVD). 

You might be wondering what a day in the life of a Senior Clinical Research Associate (IVD CRA) at Beaufort looks like.  This critical role can be counted on to: 

• Build relationships with investigators and site staff
• Understand the protocol and therapeutic area in sufficient detail to be able to advise and discuss with the study site personnel
• Monitor patient recruitment timelines at sites and report this information to the project leadership.
• Evaluate the quality and integrity of study site practices related to the proper conduct of the protocol, SOPs and adherence to applicable regulations and GCP compliance
• Participate in Investigator and other external or internal meetings as required
• Perform site qualification visits, initiation visits, interim monitoring visits, and close-out visits as necessary
• Responsible for conducting source data verification and providing written follow-up requests to the site in order to correct any issues identified at the monitoring visit
• Update all relevant tracking systems on an ongoing basis
• Generate site visit reports and expense reports within specified timelines
• Arrange on-site visits and logistics (e.g., travel arrangements)
• Conduct on-site study-specific training (if applicable)
• Maintain day-to-day contact with the study sites, including regular telephone contact with the sites as agreed with Sponsor and Project Manager

As you can see, this is a key role in our company and client’s success. Because of this, we ask that you bring with you the education and/or experience to fulfil this role.  This generally looks like:

• Bachelor's Degree required
• Must have at least 5 years of experience as a field monitor CRA
• Experience monitoring IVD clinical trials is required
• Experience working in a self-driven capacity, with a sense of urgency and limited oversight
• The ability to manage multiple tasks, evaluate a variety of unpredictable scenarios and achieve project timelines while being able to apply your understanding of study protocol(s)
• Must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrate flexibility regarding project or organization shifts in priorities.
• Ability travel: at least 1 to 2 site-visits per week (regionally)

• Familiarity and working knowledge of electronic data capture systems (eDC), clinical databases, Case Report Forms, edit checks, query resolution, and resolving data management issues

While the above are just basic requirements, other impressive experience includes:

•  If you were well versed in current industry standards (GCP, ICH, FDA) and guidelines 
•  If you had a proven track record of monitoring sites and executing successful projects
•  The ability to work with multiple sponsors in multiple therapeutic areas and indications

Beaufort provides a highly competitive compensation and benefits package. This position reports to the Clinical Research Associate Manager.

Beaufort offers a different CRO experience. It’s not just about what we do, it’s how we do it.  Together our team brings a level of passion knowledge and commitment to our projects and clients.  We foster a culture of excellence specializing in in-vitro diagnostic clinical project management and regulatory support.  

At Beaufort you will be part of industry leading expertise with a shared sense of purpose and unwavering accountability to help clients achieve successful market authorization.

Beaufort is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity.