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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Cra I

  • Alameda, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Alameda, CA
  • 1 day ago

Assist and conduct clinical monitoring and site management activities, ensuring compliance to the Study Protocol, Good Clinical Practices (GCPs), ICH guidelines, Federal Regulations, department procedures...

Clinical Research Assistant I Boston Children's Hospital

  • Boston, MA
  • moments ago
  • Boston, MA
  • moments ago

Coordinates and prepares the necessary documentation for Institutional Review Board IRB and Committee on Clinical Investigations CCI submissions, together with the Private Investigator of the study....

Clinical Research Associate I ? (Hybrid) Cedars-Sinai Medical Center

  • Beverly Hills, CA
  • moments ago
  • Beverly Hills, CA
  • moments ago

Ensures compliance with all federal and local agencies including the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and local Institutional Review Board....

Clinical Research Associate

  • Alameda, CA
  • 8 hours ago
  • Alameda, CA
  • 8 hours ago

Ensure adherence to Good Clinical Practices, Industry standards, standard operating procedures and to all other regulatory and quality standards in conducting Lingo Clinical research and development...

Clinical Research Associate - IMM/Cross TA - Chicago, IL (Field Based)

  • Chicago, IL
  • 12 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 12 hours ago

As a Clinical Research Associate you will be joining the worlds largest & most comprehensive clinical research organisation, powered by healthcare intelligence....

Clinical Research Assistant

  • Chicago, IL
  • 12 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 12 hours ago

Location: Chicago, Illinois Business Unit: Rush Medical Center Hospital: Rush University Medical Center Department: Cancer Center-Res Fac **Work Type:** Full Time (Total FTE between 0.9 and 1.0)...

Clinical Research Assistant I

  • Boston, MA
  • 17 hours ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 17 hours ago

Coordinates and prepares the necessary documentation for Institutional Review Board IRB and Committee on Clinical Investigations CCI submissions, together with the Private Investigator of the study....

Clinical Research Monitor

  • GA
  • 19 hours ago
  • GA
  • 19 hours ago

form, and determine if clinical trial/study subject documentation is within parameters of study hypothesis, as well as to monitor clinical trial/study safety, in keeping with protocols, GCP (Good Clinical...

CRA Analyst II

  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 20 hours ago
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 20 hours ago

If you are a current FIB employee, please apply through the Career Worklet in the Employee Portal. This position can be located at Boise, ID, Omaha, NE, Sioux Falls, SD and Great West Center in...

Clinical Research Assistant

  • Chapel Hill, NC
  • 20 hours ago
  • Chapel Hill, NC
  • 20 hours ago

A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation's top public...

Job Overview: The Clinical Research Associate (CRA)/Clinical Trial Manager (CTM) is responsible for providing oversight of the Sponsor's outsourced Contracted Research Organizations (CRO) clinical trial...

Clinical Research Assistant II Boston Children's Hospital

  • Boston, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 1 day ago

Key Responsibilities Coordinates and prepares the necessary documentation for Institutional Review Board IRB submissions, together with the Principal Investigators....

Clinical Research Specialist

  • Princeton, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Princeton, NJ
  • 1 day ago

Liaises with Legal to secure confidentiality agreements, master service agreements, clinical trial agreements as appropriate....

The Clinical Research Associate II/Site Monitor II will be responsible for data integrity, data quality and ensuring compliance with International Conference on Harmonization and Good Clinical Practice...

Remote Work

Cra II, Fsp

  • Johnston, IA
  • 1 day ago
  • Johnston, IA
  • 1 day ago

Clinical Trial Management System). + Facilitates effective communication between investigative sites, the client company and the PPD project team through written, oral and/or electronic contacts. +...

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Improving Healthcare Through Clinical Research
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Introduction to Data Management in Clinical Research
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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
46.1%
Master's Degree
30.3%
Doctorate Degree
16.8%
Associate's Degree
3.3%
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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