Clinical Research Associate II

AbbVie

Clinical Research Associate II advancing AbbVie’s innovative medicines through investigative-site monitoring and clinical trial execution. Ensuring patient safety, data integrity, compliance, recruitment, and study performance.

Posted 8/13/2026full-timeRemote • Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $78,500 - $141,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in clinical trial management, including site evaluation, training, and compliance with ICH/GCP Guidelines. Proven ability to develop site engagement strategies and mentor less experienced Clinical Research Associates (CRAs) while ensuring data quality and regulatory readiness.

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Clinical Research MonitoringICH/GCP GuidelinesSite Engagement StrategiesRisk-Based MonitoringCross-Functional Collaboration

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Hard Skills

Clinical Trial ManagementSite EvaluationData Quality AssuranceRegulatory CompliancePatient Recruitment TechniquesMonitoring PlansScientific Concept ApplicationAudit ReadinessInvestigator Payments ManagementRisk Assessment

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsOrganizational SkillsCritical ThinkingPresentation SkillsActive Listening

Tools & Technologies

CRM ToolsMonitoring TechnologyData Submission Systems

Industry Keywords

Clinical ResearchInvestigational Drug TrialsHealth-Related DisciplinesTherapeutic Area IndicationsSOPsQuality Standards

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Google Cloud Platform

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the primary point of contact for investigative sites
Provide clinical trial information and connect stakeholders with investigative sites
Align, train, and motivate site staff and principal investigators on trial goals, protocols, and patient treatment principles
Conduct site evaluation, training, routine monitoring, and site closure activities
Ensure compliance with protocols, monitoring plans, regulations, GCPs, ICH Guidelines, SOPs, and quality standards
Develop and customize site engagement strategies and track progress using CRM tools
Evaluate recruitment and retention techniques based on the patient disease journey
Mentor and train less experienced CRAs
Participate in global or local task forces and initiatives
Conduct continuous risk assessment in collaboration with the Central Monitoring team
Resolve site risk signals and implement preventative and corrective action plans
Identify and evaluate potential investigators and clinical trial sites
Ensure data quality, timely data submission, and appropriate safety-event reporting
Maintain audit and regulatory inspection readiness
Manage investigator payments according to contract obligations

Requirements

What you’ll need

Appropriate tertiary qualification in health-related disciplines (Medical, Scientific, Nursing) preferred
Minimum of 1 year of clinically related experience
At least 6 months of clinical research monitoring experience with investigational drug or device trials
Familiarity with risk-based monitoring, including onsite and offsite monitoring
Knowledge of applicable therapeutic area indications preferred
Ability to understand and apply scientific concepts to clinical trial conduct
Advanced knowledge of local regulatory and legal requirements, ICH/GCP Guidelines, and applicable policies
Strong cross-functional collaboration skills
Strong planning and organizational skills
Ability to work effectively in a dynamic environment with competing projects and deadlines
Advanced ability to leverage technology, tools, and resources
Strong interpersonal, written, verbal, active listening, and presentation skills
Ability to establish and leverage site relationships through engagement, motivation, and training
Critical thinking and sound judgment to address clinical site issues
Integrity consistent with AbbVie’s code of business conduct and leadership values
Self-motivated with focus on timely, quality outcomes in a fast-paced environment

Benefits

Comp & perks

Paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick)
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k)
Short-term incentive programs
Equal opportunity employer
Reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities