Senior Clinical Research Associate

CTI Clinical Trial and Consulting Services

Clinical Research Associate responsible for monitoring phase I-IV clinical research studies and providing insights on drug development process. Collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure regulatory compliance and successful project execution.

Posted 6/24/2026full-timeRemote • Kentucky • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Google Cloud Platform

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Responsible for project activities associated with monitoring functions of phase I through phase IV clinical research studies and Real World Evidence (RWE) studies
Serve as the main CTI contact for assigned study sites
Conduct site visits (pre-study [PSV], site initiation [SIV], interim monitoring [IMV], and close-out [COV]) and complete site visit deliverables with quality and within given timelines in the Monitoring Plan while adhering to all applicable regulatory requirements, SOPs, and ICH GCP
Assist with study start-up activities, including feasibility, pre-study activities, and site selection
Collect, review, and track essential/regulatory documents
Participate in and complete all general and study-specific training as required
Participate in investigator, client, and project team meetings
Create and implement subject enrollment strategies for assigned study sites
Ensure proper storage, dispensation, and accountability of all Investigational Product (IP) and trial-related materials
Perform site management activities and provide ongoing updates of site status to the Clinical Project Manager
Conduct remote monitoring and complete related activities in accordance with study-specific Monitoring Plan
Utilize systems and reports to track subject status, subject case report form (CRF) retrieval/source document review (SDV), regulatory documents, and IP
Assist with project-specific activities as a member of the Project Team
May support in the development of CRFs and other study-related documents (subject worksheets, Monitoring Plan, etc.)
May support in the translation, customization, and review of Patient Information sheet and Informed Consent, protocol synopsis, and other study-applicable documents as per required procedures
Where applicable, provide support to the Regulatory Affairs Study Start-up Team in the preparation or revision of documentation for submission to Ethics Committee(s), Institutions' Ethics Committees, Regulatory Authorities, Competent Authorities or Institutions Administration Boards, and follow up on the evaluation process until approval is available.
Provide regular updates to the Sponsor/ Client
Assist in preparing and coordinating Investigator and client meetings, and attend meetings as necessary
Liaise with Clinical Data Management for data cleaning activities
Identify site issues and implement corrective actions or escalate as appropriate
Manage ISF and TMF for all assigned study sites in accordance with SOPs or study-specific Monitoring Plans
Where applicable, support in contract negotiation with study sites, Investigator payments, and tracking of site payments

Requirements

What you’ll need

At least 1 year of clinical trial monitoring experience or equivalent experience as determined by CTI Management and Human Resources
Bachelor's Degree or higher in an allied health field such as nursing, pharmacy, or health / natural science, or RN with an Associate's Degree, or 3-year Nursing Diploma with at least 2 years clinical nursing experience, or equivalent experience as determined by CTI Management and Human Resources
Previous experience in conducting clinical research studies in a hospital setting, a pharmaceutical company, or a CRO
Demonstrated successful performance in a CRA position with a minimum of 1 year of on-site monitoring experience preferred.

Benefits

Comp & perks

generous health benefits
vacation packages
hybrid work-from-home opportunities
paid parental leave
ongoing education and training through tuition reimbursement
structured mentoring program
leadership courses

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Hard Skills & Tools

clinical trial monitoringsite managementregulatory document reviewsubject case report form (CRF) retrievalsource document review (SDV)Investigational Product (IP) managementdata cleaningfeasibility assessmentstudy start-up activitiesmonitoring plan adherence

Soft Skills

communicationorganizational skillsproblem-solvingteam collaborationtime managementattention to detailadaptabilityinterpersonal skillsleadershipclient liaison

Certifications

Bachelor's Degree in allied health fieldRegistered Nurse (RN)Associate's Degree in Nursing3-year Nursing DiplomaClinical Research Associate (CRA) certification