Clinical Research Associate Jobs in Massachusetts

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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Clinical Research Associate

  • Boston, MA
  • 19 hours ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 19 hours ago

The Clinical Research Associate is responsible for set-up, initiation, execution, monitoring and close-out of IVD and medical device clinical trials at external clinical research sites and/or laboratories...

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Clinical Research Monitor

  • Washington, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Washington, MA
  • 1 day 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...

Clinical Research Associate (Hybrid)

  • Acton, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Acton, MA
  • 1 day ago

Job Title: Clinical Research Associate Department: QA Clinical FLSA Status: Exempt Position Overview: The Clinical Research Associate is responsible for supporting clinical activities for domestic and...

Clinical Research Assistant I- Emergency Department

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

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 Assistant

  • Belmont, MA
  • 2 days ago
  • Belmont, MA
  • 2 days ago

-In conjunction with the Principal Investigator, develops and implements new research protocols including design, data collection systems and institutional review board approval....

Clinical Research Assistant RESEARCH NEUROLOGY SS

  • Boston, MA
  • 3 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 3 days ago

. - Assists with recruiting patients for clinical trials. - Obtains patient study data from medical Records, Physicians, etc. Qualifications Education BS or BA degree required....

Senior CRA - Oncology Early Phase - Boston

  • Boston, MA
  • 6 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 6 days ago

Overview As a (job title) you will be joining the world's largest & most comprehensive clinical research organisation, powered by healthcare intelligence. Responsibilities What you will be doing:...

Clinical Research Specialist I Boston Children's Hospital

  • Boston, MA
  • 7 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 7 days ago

Research studies are investigator initiated and industry sponsored and range from observational studies and registries to biobanking to interventional clinical trials of novel treatments....

Clinical Research Assistant II Boston Children's Hospital

  • Boston, MA
  • 7 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 7 days ago

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

Clinical Research Assistant II

  • Boston, MA
  • 7 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 7 days ago

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

Clinical Research Specialist I

  • Boston, MA
  • 7 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 7 days ago

Research studies are investigator initiated and industry sponsored and range from observational studies and registries to biobanking to interventional clinical trials of novel treatments....

Clinical Research Associate II

  • Newton, MA
  • 7 days ago
  • Newton, MA
  • 7 days ago

Job Summary GENERAL SUMMARY/ OVERVIEW STATEMENT: The Cancer Center Protocol Office is seeking motivated, detail-oriented individuals to join our team as a Clinical Research Associate II....

Senior Clinical Trial Associate (CONTRACT)

  • Boston, MA
  • 9 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 9 days ago

General working knowledge of drug development and ICH/GCP guidelines is required. Previous CRO or vendor management experience preferred....

Clinical Trial Associate (CONTRACT)

  • Boston, MA
  • 9 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 9 days ago

General working knowledge of drug development and ICH/GCP guidelines is required. Previous CRO or vendor management experience preferred....

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Salary for Clinical Research Associate Jobs in Massachusetts

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Licensing / Certification

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



Highest Education Level

Clinical Research Associates in Massachusetts 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 in Massachusetts
2-4 years
31.0%
10+ years
29.8%
6-8 years
21.5%
4-6 years
17.7%



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