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Clinical Research Associate II - Client-dedicated - Johannesburg
Job Profile:
The Clinical Research Associate (CRA) performs and coordinates all aspects of the clinical monitoring and site management process in accordance with ICH GCP, FDA guidelines, local regulations and Sponsor’s SOPs.
The CRA conducts site visits to assess protocol and regulatory compliance and handles required documentation and ensures that data will pass international quality assurance audits.
They also develop collaborative relationships with investigational sites. You will be fully integrated into the client's systems, using their SOPs.
Education and Experience:
- Medical, pharmaceutical or other life-science related degree
- At least 1-2 years of independent monitoring experience in a CRO, pharmaceutical or biotech company
Additional Requirements:
- Proven clinical trial monitoring skills
- In-depth understanding of ICH/GCP guidelines
- Excellent standard of verbal a written communication skills in English
- Strong attention to detail and deadlines
- Advanced skills across all of the Microsoft packages
- Willingness to travel in South Africa and Africa
What We Offer:
At PPD, we hire the best, develop ourselves and each other, and recognize the power of being one team.
We understand that you will want to grow both professionally and personally throughout your career, and therefore at PPD you will benefit from an award-winning learning and development programme, ensuring you reach your potential. As well as being rewarded a competitive salary, we have an extensive benefits package based around the health and well-being of our employees.
We have a flexible working culture, where PPD truly value a work-life balance. We’ve grown sustainably year on year but continue to offer a collaborative environment, with teams of colleagues eager to share expertise and have fun together. We are a global organization but with a local feel.
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