Clinical Research Associate- Canada- Toronto
As a CRA II at ICON, you will perform site qualification, initiation, monitoring and closeout activities as assigned.
What You Will Do:
You will contribute to clinical trial monitoring activities, taking responsibility for your deliverables and working collaboratively.
Key responsibilities include:
- Perform site qualification, initiation, monitoring and closeout activities as assigned.
- Verify protocol, GCP and regulatory compliance and participant protection.
- Review source data, essential documents and site processes for accuracy and completeness.
- Identify and follow up findings, risks and corrective actions.
- Maintain clear communication with investigators, site staff and study teams.
Required qualifications and experience
- Relevant life sciences, healthcare or clinical research qualification, or equivalent relevant clinical research experience.
- Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Clinical Research Associate.
- In-depth knowledge of clinical trial processes, regulations, and ICH Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines.
- Knowledge of ICH Good Clinical Practice (GCP), clinical trial conduct and site monitoring requirements.
- Practical experience with site monitoring or site management appropriate to the level of role.
- Experience performing site qualification, initiation, monitoring and closeout activities as assigned.
- Experience verifying protocol, GCP and regulatory compliance and participant protection.
Preferred qualifications and experience
- Therapeutic area expertise relevant to assigned studies.
- Experience with risk based monitoring or centralised monitoring approaches.
- Experience with clinical trial management systems (CTMS), electronic data capture (EDC) and electronic trial master file systems.
Working conditions
- Willingness to travel as required (approximately 60%).
Employment with ICON is contingent upon having the legal right to work in the country where the role is based.
Rewards & Benefits
ICON offers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package designed to support your health, wellbeing, and career development.
Benefits may include:
- 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
Benefits may vary depending on role and location.
