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Actalent Clinical Research Associate in San Diego, California
Description:
Conducts pre-study (site qualification), initiation, routine monitoring and closeout visits and ensures these visits are completed according to the Clinical Monitoring Plan(s) and SOPs.
Trains the study investigators and staff during the SIV and to trial-specific updates, all to industry standards
Prepares site visit reports and sends confirmation/follow-up letters to sites per the Clinical Monitoring Plan(s)
Conducts and documents periodic telephone contact with sites in accordance with the Monitoring Plan
Verifies data entered into the case report forms (CRFs) is consistent with subject clinical records, electronic medical records and source data to ensure accuracy
Ensures data collection timelines and deliverables are met at assigned clinical sites in accordance with study plans
Works with Data Management to ensure the query resolution process is followed and completed
Identifies and reports protocol deviations in accordance with the Protocol Deviation Plans and monitors site submission to the IRB/EC per reporting policies
Ensures site compliance to SAE reporting policy per protocol and with the Safety Management Plans
Ensures site adherence to study protocols and compliance with ICH/GCP/local regulations at assigned clinical sites. Immediately reports non-compliance to the
CTM and/or head of clinical operations
Assists the CTM and/or head of clinical operations in the development and implementation of corrected actions for the addressing non-compliance issues at i individual sites and across study, including timely follow-up to routine and for-cause Quality Assurance audits
Work with investigators on their subject recruitment and screening strategies
Tracks and reports progress of assigned sites, including study start up, subject screening/enrollment, data collection, adverse event documentation and Frequently Asked Questions document updates
Partners with the in-house CTAs and/or CRAs in the collection, review, and tracking of essential documents to ensure completeness of both site files and eTMF
Upload documents into the eTMF and completes coding and QCs as required
Assists with planning, preparing, distributing and presenting materials for Investigator Meetings and for study-related trainings
Provides ongoing study-related training (i.e., EDC) and support to site staff as necessary
Works with Clinical Team in the management of Investigational Product (IP) at clinical sites
Manages inventory of clinical supplies at assigned sites and monitors the documentation of returns/destruction as appropriate
May collaborate with the head of clinical operations and/or in-house CTM/CTA/CRAs on the development of certain study-specific plans and/or processes
Ensure proper collection, storage and shipment of laboratory specimens
Participates in Clinical Trial Team Meetings
-Other duties as assigned by the Head of Clinical Operations.
Additional Skills & Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree (BA/BS) in life sciences or nursing degree
Minimum of five (5) or more years of relevant experience in clinical research or healthcare related industry, including a minimum of 2 years direct field monitoring experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience
Independent site monitoring experience in all phases of clinical trials (phase 1, 2, and 3)
Experience in oncology
Experience/training in the following areas: GCP Regulations, ICH Guidelines, Good Quality Practices, 21CFR, HIPAA, Drug Development and Approval Process
Proficiency with MS Office
Excellent oral and written communication skills including presentation skills
Ability and willingness to travel to investigational sites for on-site monitoring visits, up to 70% of the time.
Ability to perform virtual monitoring remotely as needed
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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