Clinical Research Associate – Oncology

ICON plc

Clinical Research Associate monitoring oncology and hematology trials for ICON, a global clinical research organization. Conducting site visits, ensuring compliance, and supporting patient safety and data quality.

Posted 8/7/2026full-timeRemote • New Jersey, New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $91,336 - $114,170 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in site monitoring, compliance with ICH-GCP and local regulations, and proficiency in clinical systems such as CTMS and eTMF. Capable of effectively managing site budgets, patient safety, and collaboration with cross-functional teams.

Highest-signal resume keywords

On-Site Monitoring ExperienceICH-GCP ProficiencyCTMS and eTMF ProficiencyOncology Clinical Trials ExperienceBachelor’s Degree in Life Sciences

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Hard Skills

Site SelectionRoutine MonitoringClose-Out VisitsData Query ResolutionPatient Safety MonitoringDrug AccountabilitySite ComplianceDocumentation MaintenanceBudget TrackingSubject Recruitment

Soft Skills

Clear CommunicationProblem-SolvingCollaborative Teamwork

Industry Keywords

Pharmaceutical IndustryCRO IndustryHematology OncologyProstate CancerLung CancerRegulatory RequirementsSite Staff TrainingAE/SAE/PQC ReportingSOPsTravel for On-Site Monitoring

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Google Cloud Platform

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the primary point of contact between investigational sites and the sponsor
Conduct site selection, initiation, routine monitoring, and close-out visits
Ensure site compliance with ICH-GCP, SOPs, and regulations
Maintain documentation in CTMS and eTMF systems
Support and track site staff training and compliance records
Monitor patient safety and ensure timely AE/SAE/PQC reporting
Support subject recruitment and retention at the site level
Oversee drug accountability and proper storage, return, or destruction
Resolve data queries and drive timely, high-quality data entry
Document site progress and escalate risks or issues to the clinical team
Track site budgets and ensure timely site payments as applicable
Collaborate with CTAs, LTMs, CTMs, and other cross-functional partners

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences or equivalent, or qualification as an RN
Eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship
2+ years of on-site monitoring experience in the pharmaceutical or CRO industry
Experience monitoring Oncology (Prostate Cancer and Lung Cancer) and/or Hematology Oncology clinical trials
Proficiency in ICH-GCP and local regulatory requirements
Proficiency with clinical systems such as CTMS and eTMF
Willing and able to travel up to 50% for on-site monitoring visits across the northeast region
Preference for candidates residing in NJ/NY near major HUB airports
Clear communication, problem-solving, and collaborative teamwork abilities

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive base salary and performance related incentives
Health and wellbeing programmes including medical, dental, and vision coverage where applicable
Retirement and pension plans
Life assurance and disability coverage
Employee assistance programmes and wellbeing resources
Learning and development opportunities through structured training and career pathways
Inclusive and accessible workplace
Reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process