Clinical Research Associate

Novo Nordisk

Clinical Research Associate ensuring compliance and managing end-to-end monitoring in clinical trials. Building trusted partnerships with sites and supporting patient recruitment within a dedicated team.

Posted 4/24/2026full-timeOporto • 🇵🇹 PortugalJuniorMid-Level💰 €34,100 - €52,860 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Google Cloud Platform

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Responsible for end-to-end site management and monitoring activities in Phase II–III clinical trials
Ensuring compliance with ICH-GCP, protocol requirements, and Novo Nordisk procedures
Serving as the primary liaison between Novo Nordisk, clinical sites, and study teams
Conducting on-site and remote monitoring visits to ensure protocol compliance
Managing sites across the trial lifecycle (selection, initiation, conduct and close-out)
Driving inspection readiness and high-quality documentation
Building strong, trusted partnerships with new and existing sites
Supporting patient recruitment and retention initiatives at site level
Using digital tools and systems effectively to plan, execute and document monitoring activities
Maintaining accurate trial documentation, including the Investigator Trial Master File, and ensuring inspection readiness throughout all trial stages

Requirements

What you’ll need

A Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences or a related field
At least 1 year of independent CRA experience in Phase II and Phase III clinical trials is mandatory
Previous experience in diabetes, obesity, CVD and / or rare diseases will be an advantage
Strong understanding and knowledge of ICH-GCP guidelines, regulatory requirements, and clinical trials methodology
Proficiency in digital tools, including electronic data capture (EDC) systems, CTMS, eTMF, and other clinical trial software
High level of English and Portuguese (written and spoken)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Continuous learning
Career development
Benefits tailored to your life and career stage

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Hard Skills & Tools

clinical trial managementmonitoring activitiesprotocol complianceICH-GCP guidelinesregulatory requirementselectronic data capture (EDC)clinical trial management systems (CTMS)electronic Trial Master File (eTMF)patient recruitmentdocumentation management

Soft Skills

communicationrelationship buildingorganizational skillsattention to detailproblem-solvingteam collaborationinspection readinesstrust buildingadaptabilityindependence