Medpace is a leading global full-service clinical contract research organization (CRO), specializing in the development of safe and effective medical therapeutics. With over 5,000 employees across 40+ countries, Medpace provides Phase I-IV clinical development services to the biotechnology, pharmaceutical, and medical device industries. Known for its scientific and disciplined approach, Medpace has made a significant impact across multiple therapeutic areas, including oncology, cardiology, endocrinology, and more.
Medpace has been recognized by Forbes as one of America’s most successful midsize companies, and continues to win CRO Leadership Awards from Life Science Leader magazine for its expertise, quality, and capabilities.
Job Responsibilities
As an Experienced Clinical Research Associate, your key responsibilities will include:
- Site Visits: Conducting qualification, initiation, monitoring, and closeout visits for research sites, ensuring compliance with approved protocols and regulatory requirements.
- Communication: Collaborating with medical site staff, including coordinators and physicians, to ensure that clinical trials are conducted effectively.
- Investigator and Site Resource Verification: Ensuring that research sites have adequate investigator qualifications, facilities, equipment, and trained staff.
- Data Verification: Verifying case report form data against medical records and source documentation, ensuring accurate data reporting and adherence to good documentation practices.
- Regulatory Compliance: Reviewing regulatory documents and ensuring that adverse events, serious adverse events, and concomitant medications are reported accurately.
- Patient Recruitment: Assessing the recruitment and retention strategies of clinical sites and suggesting improvements where necessary.
- Reporting: Completing monitoring reports and follow-up letters, summarizing key findings, deviations, deficiencies, and recommended actions.
Qualifications
To be eligible for the position of Clinical Research Associate, candidates should meet the following qualifications:
- Educational Requirement: A Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (such as life sciences, pharmacy, or nursing).
- Experience: 2 to 4 years of experience as a Clinical Research Associate (CRA).
- Travel Requirement: Willingness to travel approximately 60-80% of the time, nationally.
- Technical Skills: Familiarity with Microsoft® Office applications.
- Communication Skills: Strong communication and presentation skills are a plus.
Why Medpace?
Medpace offers several reasons to join their team:
- PACE® Training Program: Medpace provides comprehensive training through their PACE® – Medpace CRA Training Program, where you will receive detailed in-house and field-based training, hands-on exercises, and the opportunity to enhance your clinical research skills.
- Career Growth: There is a well-defined career path with opportunities for promotion, mentoring, and management roles.
- Competitive Compensation: Medpace offers competitive pay along with significant travel bonuses for experienced CRAs.
- Flexible Work Environment: Home-based options are available for CRAs with more than one year of monitoring experience.
- Employee Perks: Medpace offers flexible working conditions, competitive compensation packages, paid time off (PTO), and wellness initiatives for employees
