Assistant Clinical Research Associate – ACRA

Thermo Fisher Scientific

Assistant Clinical Research Associate supporting remote site management and monitoring for pharmaceutical and biotech clinical trials. Coordinating documents, systems, training, payments, supplies, and study reconciliations.

Posted 8/21/2026full-timeRemote • North Carolina • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in site management and remote monitoring, with a strong understanding of ICH GCP and regulatory guidelines. Proficient in document collection, study-specific training, and effective communication within clinical research environments.

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Site ManagementICH GCP KnowledgeDocument Collection and ReviewEffective Communication SkillsOrganizational and Time Management Skills

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Hard Skills

Site ManagementRemote MonitoringDocument CollectionStudy-Specific TrainingMedical TerminologyCritical ThinkingRoot Cause AnalysisProblem-SolvingData ExtractionRegulatory Compliance

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsCustomer Service SkillsAttention to DetailFlexibilityAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

MS OfficeElectronic Study Data SystemsCTMSDashboards

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Life ScienceRegistered Nursing Certification

Industry Keywords

Clinical ResearchSOPsVendor QualificationStudy Start-UpPatient-Facing Materials

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Google Cloud Platform

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform remote activities on assigned projects in liaison with the CRA and study Clinical Lead
Support site preparedness and provide logistical support to the monitoring process
Assist with site management and remote monitoring tasks in accordance with SOPs and regulatory guidelines
Perform limited site contact activities during study start-up, site management, recruitment, and close-out phases
Complete study and site management activities defined in the task matrix
Complete and document study-specific training and orient to study-specific systems
Provide in-house support during pre-study assessments and waivers
Customize site ICFs with site contact details as needed
Perform remote review of EMR/EHR checklists and support applicable assessments
Verify document collection and RCR submission status; update site EDL and verify site information
Review patient-facing materials and translations
Support vendor qualification processes and site staff system access
Follow up on site staff training and coordinate logistics for IM attendance
Maintain vendor trackers and coordinate study/site supply management
Support Essential Document collection, review, and updating in systems
Follow up on missing vendor data including ECGs, lab samples, and e-diaries
Support ongoing remote review of centralized monitoring tools
Support site payment processes, system updates, reconciliations, and invoice follow-up
Perform reconciliation tasks involving CRF and query status, deviations, SAEs, and safety reports
Verify document collection status and drive action on missing, incomplete, expired, or open documents
Perform other assigned site management tasks and client-requested FSP role profiles
Complete administrative tasks including expense reports and timesheets

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in a life science discipline or related field, or Registered Nursing certification, or equivalent relevant formal academic/vocational qualification
Previous experience comparable to 0–2 years
Equivalent combination of appropriate education, training, and/or directly related experience may be considered
Basic medical/therapeutic area knowledge and understanding of medical terminology
Ability to attain and maintain working knowledge of ICH GCP, applicable regulations, and company procedural documents
Effective oral and written communication skills
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
Good organizational and time management skills and strong attention to detail
Ability to handle multiple tasks efficiently and effectively
Flexibility and adaptability
Ability to work in a team or independently
Well-developed critical thinking, root cause analysis, and problem-solving skills
Proficient computer skills and good knowledge of MS Office
Ability to learn and use appropriate software and leverage modern technology
Ability to extract pertinent information from study documents, electronic study data systems, CTMS, and dashboards
Excellent English language and grammar skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

Fully remote work arrangement
Standard Monday–Friday work schedule
Opportunity to work with a global team
Opportunity to support clinical trials for pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies
Career-track promotional opportunities toward CRA roles