Clinical Research Associate Jobs

A Clinical Research Associate (CRA) plays a pivotal role in the biotechnology industry, overseeing various aspects of clinical trials. These include designing, implementing, and monitoring clinical trials, ensuring data integrity, verifying case report forms, providing progress reports, and ensuring compliance with protocols and regulatory requirements. CRAs play a crucial role in the development, testing, and approval of new products in the biotechnology industry by managing the clinical trials that prove their safety and efficacy.

Important skills for a CRA include strong communication and organizational abilities, keen attention to detail, knowledge of clinical practices, and analytical skills. CRAs also need to be proficient in using specialized software for data analysis and trial management. Certifications such as Certified Clinical Research Associate (CCRA) or Certified Clinical Research Professional (CCRP) are typically required. Prior to becoming a CRA, individuals might have roles such as Clinical Research Coordinator, Clinical Trial Assistant, or Research Nurse, gaining necessary experience in managing clinical trials and working in a research setting.

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Associate Clinical Research Coordinator - Cardiology

  • Chicago, IL
  • 15 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 15 days ago

Demonstrated knowledge of Good Clinical Practices and Good Documentation Practices. Demonstrated knowledge of current NIH and/or FDA regulations and guidelines related to clinical research....

Associate Clinical Research Coordinator - Cancer Center

  • Chicago, IL
  • 15 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 15 days ago

Demonstrated knowledge of Good Clinical Practices and Good Documentation Practices. Demonstrated knowledge of current NIH and/or FDA regulations and guidelines related to clinical research....

Clinical Research Specialist - Cancer Clinical Trials

  • Houston, TX
  • moments ago
  • Houston, TX
  • moments ago

At Houston Methodist, the Clinical Research Specialist position is responsible for supporting multiple projects under supervision of Clinical Trial Manager which may include clinical research protocols...

Clinical Research Assistant Spine Health Institute

  • Altamonte Springs, FL
  • 1 hour ago
  • Altamonte Springs, FL
  • 1 hour ago

Society of Clinical Research Associates (SOCRA) or Association of Clinical Research Professionals (ACRP) This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination...

Clinical Research Specialist I, Cardiology

  • Cleveland, OH
  • 4 hours ago
  • Cleveland, OH
  • 4 hours ago

Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines. (20%) Documents, records and assimilates accurate participant records and study records to ensure documentation compliance with sponsor guidelines, standard operating...

Senior CRA

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 9 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 9 hours ago

A South San Francisco based pharmaceutical company is looking for a Senior CRA to join their growing clinical team. Applicants must be currently residing in South San Francisco, this is a hybrid...

Senior Clinical Research Associate - CNS - Central

  • Durham, NC
  • 9 hours ago
  • Durham, NC
  • 9 hours ago

Senior Clinical Research Associate - CNS - Central Employer Worldwide Clinical Trials - USA Location Research Triangle Park, North Carolina, United States Salary Competitive Start date 17 Mar 2025 Closing...

Part-Time Faculty, Certified Retail Analyst (CRA)

  • Success, AR
  • 9 hours ago
  • Success, AR
  • 9 hours ago

NorthWest Arkansas Community College (NWACC) provides quality and affordable higher education to empower lives and strengthen communities within Northwest Arkansas and surrounding areas. As the...

Clinical Research Associate - Georgetown University Medical Center

  • Mobile, AL
  • 9 hours ago
  • Mobile, AL
  • 9 hours ago

Work Interactions The Clinical Research Associate will work directly with the Division Chief, Clinical Trial Principal Investigators, the Clinical Trial Unit research manager, and staff....

Clinical Research Associate

  • NC
  • 10 hours ago
  • NC
  • 10 hours ago

Clinical Research Associate#25-56856 $66.43-$73.43 per hour Remote, NC All On-site Job Description Our Client, a Pharmaceutical company, is looking for a Clinical Research Associate for their Remote...

Joseph Schwab is looking for a motivated Clinical Research Associate I to join her team!...

Clinical Research Associate I - Surgery Chair

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 11 hours ago

Mia Miller is looking for a motivated Clinical Research Associate I to join her team!...

Melodie Metzger is looking for a motivated Clinical Research Associate I to join her team!...

Community CRA Mortgage Loan Originator

  • Fresno, CA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Fresno, CA
  • 11 hours ago

At U.S. Bank, were on a journey to do our best. Helping the customers and businesses we serve to make better and smarter financial decisions and enabling the communities we support to grow and...

Assistant Clinical Research Associate

  • Belgrade, MT
  • 12 hours ago
  • Belgrade, MT
  • 12 hours ago

with the protocol, federal regulations and applicable local regulations, Good Clinical Practices (GCPs), ICH Guidelines, AbbVie Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Monitoring Plans, and to quality...

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Improving Healthcare Through Clinical Research
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Introduction to Data Management in Clinical Research
Effective data management in clinical trials is the backbone of credible research. Without it, we risk overlooking impactful discoveries and compromising the integrity of groundbreaking...
Foundations of Clinical Research
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Salary for Clinical Research Associate Jobs Nationwide

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireBiotechnology research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Clinical Research Associate positions.



Highest Education Level

Clinical Research Associates offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
46.2%
Master's Degree
30.2%
Doctorate Degree
16.8%
Associate's Degree
3.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.0%
High School or GED
1.2%
Some College
0.3%
Some High School
0.0%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Clinical Research Associates
2-4 years
31.0%
10+ years
29.8%
6-8 years
21.5%
4-6 years
17.7%



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