Clinical Research Associate I

Thermo Fisher Scientific

Clinical Research Associate monitoring clinical trials for Thermo Fisher Scientific, the global life sciences company. Ensuring site compliance, data integrity, essential documentation, and audit readiness through remote and on-site visits.

Posted 8/4/2026full-timeRemote • California, Colorado, Illinois, North Carolina • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $75,000 - $89,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in clinical monitoring and site management, ensuring compliance with ICH-GCP and regulatory standards while effectively communicating with investigative sites and project teams. Proficient in risk-based monitoring, data accuracy verification, and problem-solving within clinical trial environments.

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Clinical Monitoring ExperienceICH-GCP KnowledgeRisk-Based MonitoringMedical Terminology ProficiencyClinical Trial Management Systems

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Hard Skills

Clinical MonitoringRoot Cause AnalysisData VerificationSource Document ReviewTrial CloseoutMedical ResearchClinical ResearchInventory AssessmentRegulatory ComplianceProblem-Solving

Soft Skills

Critical ThinkingGood Communication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsOrganizational SkillsTime Management

Tools & Technologies

Clinical Trial Management SystemsMicrosoft Office

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Life SciencesRegistered Nursing Certification

Industry Keywords

Clinical TrialsHealth SciencesMedical TerminologyInvestigational ProductProtocol Compliance

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Google Cloud Platform

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform and coordinate clinical monitoring and site management activities
Monitor investigator sites using a risk-based monitoring approach
Apply root cause analysis, critical thinking, and problem-solving to identify site process failures and corrective/preventive actions
Ensure data accuracy through source document review, source data verification, and CRF review during on-site and remote monitoring
Assess investigational product through physical inventory and records review
Document observations in reports and letters and escalate deficiencies to clinical management
Maintain contact with investigative sites between monitoring visits to confirm protocol compliance, issue resolution, and timely data recording
Conduct monitoring tasks according to the approved monitoring plan
Participate in investigator payment processes and investigator meetings
Help identify potential investigators and initiate clinical trial sites
Perform trial closeout and retrieve trial materials
Ensure essential documents are complete and maintained according to ICH-GCP and regulations
Conduct on-site file reviews
Provide trial status tracking and progress reports
Maintain complete and accurate study systems, including Clinical Trial Management Systems
Facilitate communication between sites, the client company, and internal project teams
Respond to company, client, and regulatory requirements, audits, and inspections
Complete expense reports and timesheets
Assist with project publications, tools, process improvements, and other project initiatives

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in a life sciences related field, or Registered Nursing certification, or equivalent relevant formal academic/vocational qualification
Minimal clinical monitoring experience comparable to 2 years in a clinical environment
Experience in clinical trials, medical terminology, medical research, clinical research, health care, or a health sciences field with formal training in medical terminology and anatomy may be considered
Valid driver's license where applicable
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship
Must pass a comprehensive background check, including drug screening
Candidates ideally live within 60 miles of a major airport hub
Basic medical/therapeutic area knowledge and medical terminology
Ability to attain and maintain knowledge of ICH GCPs, applicable regulations, and procedural documents
Good oral and written communication skills with medical personnel
Good interpersonal, organizational, and time management skills
Critical thinking, root cause analysis, and problem-solving skills
Ability to manage risk-based monitoring concepts and processes
Ability to work independently or in a team
Solid knowledge of Microsoft Office and ability to learn appropriate software
Good English language and grammar skills
Frequent travel, generally 60-80%, potentially including extended overnight stays
Ability to work in office, laboratory, clinical, and/or home office environments
Ability to use personal protective equipment and work around biological fluids and potentially infectious organisms

Benefits

Comp & perks

Variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results
Choice of national medical and dental plans
National vision plan, including health incentive programs
Employee assistance and family support programs
Commuter benefits
Tuition reimbursement
At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO)
10 paid holidays annually
Paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave)
Accident and life insurance
Short- and long-term disability
Competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan
Employees’ Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) with company stock available at a discount