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6,668 Clinical Research Associate Jobs (September 2026)

Clinical Research Associate jobs in September 2026 often center on site monitoring, trial documentation, protocol compliance, and communication with investigators, sponsors, and clinical operations teams. Listings may include on-site, remote, and hybrid CRA roles across early-stage studies, late-phase trials, and ongoing site management work. Create an account to explore the full job feed and auto-apply with LiftmyCV AI Agent.

## Expert

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"Clinical Research Associate hiring in 2026 is less about broad clinical exposure and more about proof of trial execution. Employers tend to read for monitoring experience, site management, protocol compliance, documentation habits, and comfort with EDC or CTMS tools. For CRA roles, a resume that shows how you handled site issues, audit readiness, and cross-functional trial communication usually carries more weight than a general research background."

Marina's Market Take

Senior HR Leader & Lead Tech Recruiter

### How to Land a Clinical Research Associate Role in 2026

Clinical research associate jobs usually reward candidates who can show disciplined trial monitoring, clean documentation habits, and comfort working across sites, sponsors, CROs, investigators, and study teams. In 2026, your application should make your trial exposure easy to understand: phases supported, therapeutic areas, monitoring model, site volume, protocol complexity, and whether you have worked in startup, maintenance, closeout, or a mix of study stages.

For CRA I and entry-level clinical research associate roles, position yourself around site coordination, regulatory document handling, source data review exposure, EDC familiarity, and GCP training. If your background is in clinical research coordination, study assistant work, nursing, pharmacy, or lab operations, connect that experience to patient visits, query resolution, informed consent support, IRB documentation, and investigator site communication.

For experienced CRA and senior CRA roles, lead with monitoring ownership. Be specific about site initiation visits, interim monitoring visits, closeout visits, protocol deviation follow-up, TMF quality, safety reporting workflows, and issue escalation. Employers reviewing clinical research associate applications want evidence that you can spot risk early, document findings clearly, and keep sites aligned with protocol, ICH-GCP, and sponsor expectations.

- **Match your search to trial setting:** separate CRO roles from sponsor-side CRA openings, academic medical center roles, and device or biotech studies.
- **Use the right work-style filters:** many CRA jobs differ sharply between regional travel, remote monitoring, hybrid site support, and on-site monitoring expectations.
- **Spell out systems and documents:** EDC, CTMS, eTMF, regulatory binders, monitoring visit reports, source documents, and query workflows all help place your experience.
- **Target therapeutic fit:** oncology, cardiology, neurology, infectious disease, rare disease, and medical device trials can each require different site habits and protocol fluency.

LiftmyCV helps you find clinical research associate jobs that match your skills, experience, and preferred work style, then auto-apply to relevant roles faster.

A **clinical research associate** resume should show that you can monitor sites, protect protocol quality, and keep trial documentation inspection-ready. Prioritize experience with site initiation, interim monitoring, closeout visits, source data verification, query resolution, informed consent review, and adverse event documentation. If you’ve worked across Phase I to Phase IV studies, oncology, cardiology, rare disease, device trials, or decentralized trials, name those areas clearly.

Keep the resume practical. Cut broad claims like “excellent communicator” unless they’re tied to investigator meetings, site training, IRB submissions, or sponsor/CRO updates. Replace long task lists with proof of monitoring judgment, documentation accuracy, and follow-through. Tools and credentials matter here, so include systems such as Veeva Vault, Medidata Rave, Oracle Clinical, CTMS platforms, eTMF systems, EDC tools, and ICH-GCP training. Certifications such as ACRP-CRA or SOCRA CCRP can be worth placing near the top if current in 2026.

**Weak bullet:** Responsible for monitoring clinical trial sites and reviewing documents.

**Stronger bullet:** Conducted interim monitoring visits across multi-site Phase III studies, reviewed source data against EDC entries, resolved outstanding queries, and documented protocol deviations in CTMS and eTMF systems.

For entry-level CRA resumes, emphasize clinical trial assistant work, research coordinator experience, regulatory binder maintenance, patient visit tracking, lab kit coordination, and exposure to GCP procedures rather than unrelated healthcare duties.

LiftmyCV helps you create an ATS-friendly clinical research associate resume tailored to each job, so your skills and experience better match what employers are looking for.

Clinical Research Associate interviews usually center on monitoring judgment, protocol discipline, site communication, and documentation quality. Prepare examples from 2026 or earlier studies where you identified a source data discrepancy, handled a protocol deviation, followed up on missing regulatory documents, or escalated a patient safety concern without overstepping the CRA role.

Expect scenario questions rather than broad personality prompts. A common format is a monitoring visit case: you may be given incomplete source notes, delayed query responses, or temperature excursion records and asked how you would document findings, prioritize action items, and communicate with the site and study team. Practice walking through your reasoning in the order a CRA would actually work: protocol, ICH-GCP, source verification, site file review, issue escalation, and follow-up letter language.

Review your experience with EDC systems, CTMS updates, eTMF completeness, informed consent checks, adverse event reporting, and remote or on-site monitoring visits. Bring concise examples with study phase, therapeutic area, site count, and measurable cleanup results where possible.

## Clinical Research Associate Salary Data (September 2026)

Review salary data for Clinical Research Associate jobs based on 6,668+ active postings, including CRA roles across clinical trial monitoring, site management, documentation, and compliance-focused research work.

| Level | P25 | P50 | P75 |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Average | 59288 | 84000 | 149450 |
| Entry | 53660.88 | 67776.25 | 78000 |
| Mid | 57012.5 | 76318.5 | 113887.5 |
| Senior | 140450 | 167000 | 213500 |

Skills: ["clinical trials","site monitoring","GCP","protocol compliance","source data verification","regulatory documentation","IRB submissions","adverse events","trial documentation","patient safety","EDC systems","investigator sites","monitoring reports","clinical operations"]

## Example jobs

- **Senior Clinical Research Associate II — Pfizer Products India Pvt Ltd. — India - Mumbai**: **Use Your Power for Purpose**

Reporting to the Research & Development division, you will be integral in bridging evidence-based medical decision support with colleagues and stakeholders to enhance health and treatment outcomes. By developing frameworks to ensure our evidence is scientifically robust, providing unbiased and medically necessary expertise, or investigating data gaps, our mission remains clear: to empower healthcare decisions regarding the safe and appropriate use of medicines for patients. Your work will support better health outcomes, ensuring that our evidence is sound and that healthcare decisions are informed and safe for patients.

**What You Will Achieve**

In this role, you will:

- Provide guidance and lead/co-lead moderately complex projects, managing time and resources effectively
- Apply skills and discipline knowledge to contribute to departmental work and resolve moderately complex problems independently
- Make decisions in non-standard situations, developing new options guided by policies, and operate independently in ambiguous situations
- Review your own work, seek directional review from others, and mentor colleagues by reviewing their work
- Exercise judgment using knowledge and experience, potentially becoming a resource for others
- Oversee the execution of clinical studies, ensuring the development of realistic and detailed study startup and monitoring plans
- Support study startup activities at the country level, including reviewing key documents and addressing regulatory and ethics committee questions
- Forecast and manage the Clinical Trial Budget, oversee drug supply management, and ensure the flow of drug supply to sites
- Serve as the primary point of contact for study decisions related to the protocol, data collection, and volunteer activities, partnering with key team members to achieve milestones and resolve site-level issues

**Here Is What You Need** (Minimum Requirements)

- **BA/BS with at least 4 years of experience or MBA/MS with at least 2 years of experience or PhD/JD with any years of experience**
- **Proven experience in the research and development sector of the pharmaceutical industry**
- Background in managing, conducting, or participating in regulatory inspection processes
- Deep understanding of project management principles, particularly in clinical research
- Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment
- Proficiency in English, both written and verbal

**Bonus Points If You Have**(Preferred Requirements)

- Master's degree with experience in early drug development.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and presentation skills
- Experience using common AI tools, including generative technologies such
 as ChatGPT or Microsoft Copilot, to support problem solving and enhance

Pfizer is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable equal employment opportunity legislation in each jurisdiction in which it operates.

To learn more about acceptable and prohibited uses of AI during the recruitment process, please review our candidate AI-use guidelines available on [Pfizer Careers](https://www.pfizer.com/about/careers/ai-use-guidelines).

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- **Senior Clinical Research Associate II — Pfizer Polska Sp. z o.o. — Poland - Remote**: The Senior Clinical Research Associate II is accountable for site management and monitoring of clinical trials in accordance with Good Clinical Practices and Pfizer standards. This role involves managing investigator relationships, ensuring patient safety, and supervising trial execution while adhering to timelines and quality standards. Key responsibilities include conducting thorough monitoring, managing site engagement, addressing protocol-related issues, and ensuring compliance with company policies. The position aims to enhance Pfizer's credibility and scientific leadership in clinical development.
- **Senior Clinical Research Associate II — Syneos Health UK Limited — GBR-Remote**: Syneos Health is seeking a Senior Clinical Research Associate II to join their Clinical Solutions team. This UK-based role focuses on conducting site management, ensuring compliance, and supporting product trials. The successful candidate will demonstrate excellent communication skills, a commitment to developing inclusive practices, and the ability to manage complex challenges in drug development. As a key member of the team, you'll collaborate with colleagues to drive successful outcomes while navigating regulations and site responsibilities.
- **Senior Clinical Research Associate II — Pfizer Inc — United States - New York - New York City**: The Senior Clinical Research Associate II is responsible for managing, monitoring, and closing clinical trial sites to ensure patient safety and study quality. The role involves building strong relationships with investigator sites, addressing protocol issues, and ensuring compliance with regulations and standards. Key responsibilities include managing site operations, conducting monitoring visits, providing training, and facilitating communication between study teams. A bachelor's degree in a life sciences field and a minimum of 5 years of clinical research experience are required, with a strong focus on oncology preferred. Flexibility to travel extensively is necessary.
- **Senior Clinical Research Associate II — Pfizer Canada ULC — Canada - Quebec - Remote**: The Senior Clinical Research Associate II will oversee site management, monitoring, and closeout of clinical trials. This role ensures patient safety and quality execution in compliance with prevailing laws and Pfizer standards. Responsibilities include managing relationships with investigator sites, handling protocol-related issues, and supporting participant recruitment. The candidate should possess extensive clinical trial knowledge and experience, particularly in oncology, and be bilingual in English and French. Travel is expected to be around 60-80%. The base salary for this position ranges from $92,100 to $153,500.
- **Clinical Research Associate II or Senior Clinical Research Associate — Parexel International Limited — United Kingdom-Harrow-Remote**: **When our values align, there's no limit to what we can achieve.**

At Parexel, we all share the same goal - to improve the world's health. From clinical trials to regulatory, consulting, and market access, every clinical development solution we provide is underpinned by something special - a deep conviction in what we do.

Each of us, no matter what we do at Parexel, contributes to the development of a therapy that ultimately will benefit a patient. We take our work personally, we do it with empathy and we're committed to making a difference.

Parexel is in the business of improving the world’s health. We do this by providing a suite of biopharmaceutical services that help clients across the globe transform scientific discoveries into new treatments. From clinical trials to regulatory, consulting, and market access, our therapeutic, technical, and functional ability is underpinned by a deep conviction in what we do. We believe in our values, Patients First, Quality, Respect, Empowerment & Accountability.

**We are currently recruiting for Clinical Research Associate II and Senior Clinical Research Associate to join our Multi-Sponsor Clinical Trials Team in the UK.**

**This role if fully decentralised in the UK.**

**Your time here**

At Parexel, the CRA role offers the opportunity to go beyond the role of a typical clinical monitor. CRA’s are accountable for using their expertise to build and maintain the site relationship and ensure they’re set up for success. As the clinical sites’ sole point of contact, this includes addressing and resolving site issues and questions. You’ll also manage site quality and delivery from site identification through to close-out.

As a CRA, Parexel will offer you world class technology and training catered to your individual experience. You can anticipate less travel and a lower protocol load in comparison to industry peers. Your hard work may be rewarded through a bonus incentive program, the opportunity to work within multiple therapeutic areas and an opportunity to advance your career in clinical research. If impact, flexibility, and career development appeal to you, Parexel could be your next home.

**What you’ll do**

- Leverage your expertise. Conduct qualification visits (QV), site initiation visits (SIV), monitoring visits (MV) and termination visits (TV) at assigned clinical sites and generate visit/contact reports.
- Build relationships. Oversee integrity of the study and utilize problem-solving skills to promote rapport with the site and staff.
- Protect patients. Review the performance of the trial at designated sites, ensure the rights and well-being of human subjects are safeguarded and are in accordance with protocol.
- Drive productivity. Develop patient recruitment strategies in conjunction with the clinical site to meet enrollment timelines, while also ensuring compliance with the approved standard operating procedures (SOPs), protocol/amendment(s), GCP, and the applicable regulatory requirement(s).
- Ensure quality. Evaluate the quality and integrity of the reported data, site efficacy and drug accountability.
- Execute. Monitor the completeness and quality of Regulatory Documentation and perform site document verification.

**More about you**

On your first day we’ll expect you to have:

- Site Management or equivalent experience in clinical research, with understanding of clinical trials methodology and terminology.
- Ability to perform all clinical monitoring activities independently.
- Bachelor’s or equivalent degree in biological science, pharmacy or other health related discipline.
- Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills within a matrixed team.
- Experience working in a self-driven capacity, with a sense of urgency and limited oversight.
- A client-focused approach to work and flexible attitude with respect to assignments/new learning.
- The ability to manage multiple tasks, evaluate a variety of unpredictable scenarios and achieve project timelines while being able to apply your understanding of study protocol(s).
- An honest and ethical work approach to promote the development of life changing treatments for patients.
- Strong computer skills, including but not limited to the knowledge of a Clinical Trial Management System (CTMS), Electronic Document Management System (EDMS) and MS-Office products such as Excel and Word.

**If you are ready to join Parexel’s Journey, please apply!**
- **Clinical Research Associate II/Senior Clinical Research Associate — Syneos Health UK Limited — ISR-Remote**: Syneos Health is seeking a dedicated Clinical Research Associate II/Senior Clinical Research Associate for a remote position in Israel. The role involves comprehensive site management throughout the clinical study lifecycle, including site qualification, initiation, monitoring, and close-out. Successful candidates will have strong interpersonal skills, be fluent in Hebrew and English, and have at least two years of hands-on monitoring experience with Israeli sites. This position values diversity, career development, and a supportive culture, contributing to the global success of the organization.
- **Senior Clinical Research Associate / Clinical Research Associate II — Premier Research S.r.l. — Italy**: Premier Research is seeking a Senior Clinical Research Associate / Clinical Research Associate II to support biotech, medtech, and specialty pharma companies in transforming innovative ideas into new medical solutions. This role emphasizes a commitment to improving patient lives while valuing team member contributions. The ideal candidate will deliver quality monitoring reports, manage clinical study activities, and ensure data integrity, working with a focus on life-changing medical innovations.
- **Clinical Research Associate II/Senior Clinical Research Associate — Parexel International, LLC — United States-Florida-Remote**: At Parexel, the Clinical Research Associate plays a crucial role in ensuring patient safety and quality in clinical trials. This position involves site management, monitoring, and resolution of protocol-related issues. The CRA collaborates with site teams and stakeholders to facilitate the smooth conduct of clinical trials while adhering to regulatory standards and Good Clinical Practices. A successful candidate will have a strong understanding of clinical trial methodologies and a commitment to enriching patient outcomes.
- **Clinical Trial Associate, Study Start-Up — Sumitomo Pharma America, Inc — United States-Remote**: Sumitomo Pharma Co., Ltd., is a global pharmaceutical company based in Japan with operations in the U.S. (Sumitomo Pharma America, Inc.), focused on addressing patient needs in oncology, urology, women's health, rare diseases, cell & gene therapies and CNS. With several marketed products and a diverse pipeline of early- to late-stage investigational assets, we aim to accelerate discovery, research, and development to bring novel therapies to patients sooner. For more information on SMPA, visit our website [https://www.us.sumitomo-pharma.com](https://www.us.sumitomo-pharma.com) or follow us on LinkedIn.

**Scope:**

The Clinical Trial Associate for Study Start-up (SSU CTA) assists in the delivery of site start up activities for assigned studies from site identification through activation working in collaboration with the Clinical Study Lead (s) and is an active member of the study team(s).

**Key Responsibilities:**

- The SSU CTA supports the collaboration with CPMs, CRAs, Clinical Business Operations, Medical Affairs, study sites, study team and CRO, if applicable, to ensure that site activation is achieved in a timely and efficient manner based on timelines set by the study team and in consideration of local activation process requirements.
- Perform general administrative tasks to support team members with clinical trial execution, e.g., development and formatting of documents, review and reconciliation of study- specific information, etc.
- Ability to work with timelines and complete tasks according to deadline. Problem solving study-related issues; demonstrating resourcefulness and independence; escalation of issues as needed
- Assists the SSU Manager in generating and updating the study site activation plan across countries and sites based on the study priorities detailing country and site-specific requirements and planned dates.
- Supports review of and modifications to the study start-up processes to ensure quality and efficiency.
- Assists the SSU Manager in their applicable functions and CROs as applicable with regulatory interactions related to submissions and approval processes across multiple countries.
- Collects and maintains essential documentation in compliance with ICH-GCP and ensures filing in TMF.
- Tracks budget and contract negotiations/executions in collaboration with CPM, CBO and other relevant stakeholders (i.e., Legal, ClinOps, etc.),
- Assists the SSU Associate Director in producing and collecting site-specific contracts, ICFs and CDAs from country and/or master template.
- Supports the SSU Associate Director in communicating site prioritization regarding Study Site Contract completion/execution to meet Study Activation Plan.
- Tracks and reports metrics of study site progress towards activation at relevant meetings.
- Proactively identifies delays in start-up activities, the risks to the activation plan and supports the SSU Associate Director in developing collaborative mitigation strategies for the study team to implement.
- Perform other duties as assigned.

**Professional Experience/Qualifications:**

·         Bachelor’s degree (scientific or healthcare discipline preferred) or equivalent industry experience

·         A minimum of 1 year of related experience is preferred

·         Strong Computer skills in Office, Word Excel, Project, Smartsheet, and other applicable applications.

·         Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to manage multiple competing tasks and demands.

·         Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential as the CTA interacts with many people of varying levels of responsibility for clinical trial programs

·         Able to collaborate effectively with internal and external study management teams to meet project timelines.

·         Excellent writing skills to assist with creation of file notes, team communications, and other documents as assigned.

·         Knowledge and experience with Trial Master Files (TMF) and experience with electronic TMF systems (i.e., Veeva) is preferred

·         Knowledge of Site Start-up activities in clinical research is preferred

**Travel Requirements:**

Primarily remote role with periodic on-site meetings in office. Must be able to travel domestically and internationally as needed.

**Mental/Physical Requirements:**

Fast-paced environment handling multiple demands is involved. Must be able to exercise appropriate judgment as necessary. Requires a high level of initiative and independence. Excellent written and oral communication skills required. Requires ability to use a personal computer for extended periods of time.

The base salary range for this role is

$72,900.00 - $91,100.00

Base salary is part of our total rewards package which also includes the opportunity for merit-based salary increases, short incentive plan participation, eligibility for our 401(k) plan, medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurances and leaves provided in line with your work state.  Our robust time-off policy includes flexible paid time off, 11 paid holidays plus additional time off for a shut-down period during the last week of December, 80 hours of paid sick time upon hire and each year thereafter.  Total compensation, including base salary to be offered, will depend on elements unique to each candidate, including candidate experience, skills, education and other factors permitted by law.

**Disclaimer:** The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

**Confidential Data:** All information (written, verbal, electronic, etc.) that an employee encounters is considered confidential, in accordance with applicable law.

**Compliance:** Achieve and maintain Compliance with all applicable regulatory, legal and operational rules and procedures, by ensuring that all plans and activities for and on behalf of Sumitomo Pharma America (SMPA) and affiliates are carried out with the "best" industry practices and the highest ethical standards.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

**Drug Screening Requirements**
Applicants for sales/field, manufacturing, or other designated roles will be required to submit to a pre-employment drug test.

**Sumitomo Pharma America (SMPA) is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer**

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; creed; religion; national origin; age; ancestry; nationality; marital, domestic partnership or civil union status; sex, gender; affectional or sexual orientation; disability; veteran or military status or liability for military status; domestic violence victim status; atypical cellular or blood trait; genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing) or any other characteristic protected by law.

Sumitomo Pharma America (SMPA) endeavors to make its application process accessible to all. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact SMPA at [reasonableaccomodations@us.sumitomo-pharma.com](mailto:reasonableaccomodations@us.sumitomo-pharma.com). This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
- **Clinical Trial Coordinator (Nurse) — St Vincent's Hospital Melbourne — VIC - Melbourne, CBD & Inner Suburbs**: ## Job Description:

- **Fixed Term / Full Time position**
- **Fitzroy location**
- **Monday–Friday, 8:00am–4:30pm**

**About the Role**

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Clinical Research Nurse (Trial Coordinator) to join our team at St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne. In this role, you will be responsible for the coordination and management of cardiothoracic and surgical oncology research projects, including research across areas such as breast, plastics and urology. You will work closely with a multidisciplinary team, liaising with medical and nursing staff, internal departments across St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne and external stakeholders to ensure research projects are delivered effectively and in accordance with best practice.

**Salary:** Classification will be Research Nurse Level 1 & Level 2

Key responsibilities will include:

- Coordinating and managing clinical research projects and clinical trials
- Maintaining accurate, timely and confidential research documentation and records
- Liaising with multidisciplinary teams, including medical, nursing and allied health staff
- Coordinating communication between the Cardiothoracic Department, other SVHM departments and external research stakeholders
- Supporting the collection, management and reporting of research data
- Ensuring research activities comply with relevant legislation, ethical requirements and Good Clinical Practice
- Providing information and support to staff involved in research projects
- Contributing to best-practice research processes and high-quality patient care

**Classification:** Research Nurse Level 1, in accordance with the Nursing EBA.

## **Your Contribution**

To be successful in this role, you will have:

**Research & Clinical Knowledge**

- Knowledge of clinical and organisational considerations relevant to clinical research activities
- An understanding of clinical trial processes and Good Clinical Practice
- Ability to coordinate research activities while managing competing priorities and deadlines
- A commitment to best-practice research and patient care

**Patient Care & Service**

- A strong commitment to providing high-quality, person-centred care
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team
- A professional and collaborative approach when working with patients, colleagues and external stakeholders

**Information & Data Management**

- Strong organisational and administrative skills
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail
- Ability to manage research documentation, information and data effectively
- Understanding of confidentiality, legislative requirements and Good Clinical Practice
- Confidence using technology and electronic systems to support research activities

**Essential Requirements**

- Current National Criminal History Check, or willingness to obtain one
- Relevant nursing qualifications and registration as required for the position
- Commitment to meeting mandatory healthcare vaccination requirements

**What We Offer**

At St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne, we are committed to supporting the wellbeing, development and career goals of our people.

You will have access to:

- Salary packaging to increase your take-home pay
- A focus on employee wellbeing, with regular events and initiatives
- Confidential, solutions-focused employee counselling
- A healthy work/life balance, including a monthly Accrued Day Off (ADO) for full-time employees
- Fitness Passport, providing access to a wide range of fitness facilities
- Regular professional development opportunities to support your career goals
- A culture of continuous improvement and best-practice care
- Discounts and promotions through the St Vincent’s Foundation
- A convenient Fitzroy location, close to Melbourne’s CBD, cafes, public transport and car parking

## Working at St Vincent’s

St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne (SVHM) is a leading teaching, research and tertiary health service. We provide a diverse range of adult clinical services and are committed to delivering high-quality, compassionate care. Our work is guided by our values of Compassion, Justice, Integrity and Excellence, and we are proud to foster a workplace that supports collaboration, inclusion and continuous improvement.

## Application

Please attach your resume and cover letter to your application. Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately. We encourage you to apply promptly, as the advertisement may close early if a suitable applicant is identified.

St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. Inclusion is essential to our mission, and diversity reflects the community we serve. For further information regarding Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employment at SVHM, please visit our website.

SVHA has a duty of care under work health and safety legislation to eliminate and/or control the risk of transmission of vaccine-preventable diseases in healthcare settings. Successful applicants may therefore be required to undergo mandatory immunisations/vaccinations, including influenza vaccination. This position is also subject to Victorian Government directions regarding vaccination against COVID-19. Successful applicants must meet these vaccination requirements. Please contact us if you would like further information.

## Closing Date:

11 October 2026 11:59pm

## Reconciliation Action Plan:

*At St Vincent's we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, equitable and inclusive for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Employees. As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.*

*For further information, visit https[://www.svha.org.au/about-us/reconciliation](https://www.svha.org.au/about-us/reconciliation) or get in contact at [indigenouscareers@svha.org.au](mailto:indigenouscareers@svha.org.au)*

[View Reconciliation Action Plan](https://www.svha.org.au/cmspages/getazurefile.aspx?path=~%5Csvha%5Cmedia%5Cdocs%5Ccontrolled%20documents%5Csvha-reconciliation-action-plan-2025-2028.pdf&hash=c9cb64ce24e17e4548aa9253dc5012acdca3a6c316b7f735b4d95459d1de89f6)

## Code of Conduct:

[View Code of Conduct](https://storage.googleapis.com/dev-wday01-general/Job%20Posting/St%20Vincent's%20Health%20Australia%20Code%20of%20Conduct.pdf)
- **Clinical Trials Coordinator — Merck Sharp & Dohme (Australia) Pty Ltd — AUS - New South Wales - Macquarie Park**: Job Description

Under the oversight of the line-manager, this role is responsible for comprehensive trial and site administration and involves preparing, collating, distributing and archiving clinical documents. The CTC supports clinical supply & non-clinical supply management and ensures timely maintenance of tracking and reporting tools, as applicable.

The role is critical to meet planned Site Ready dates, including assisting with the preparation of submission packages to IRB/ERC and Health Authorities. The role will collaborate at local level closely with COM, CRM and CRA. And the person collaborates with finance/budgeting representatives to manage CTRAs and payments.

**Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:**

**• Trial and site administration:**

o Track (e.g. essential documents) and report (e.g. Safety Reports)
o Ensure collation and distribution of study tools and documents
o Update clinical trial databases (CTMS) and trackers
o Clinical supply & non-clinical supply management, in collaboration with other country roles
o Manage Labeling requirements and coordinate/sign translation change request, in collaboration with other country roles (if applicable)

**• Document management:**

o Prepare documents and correspondence
o Collate, distribute/ship, and archive clinical documents, e.g. eTMF
o Assist with eTMF reconciliation
o Execute eTMF Quality Control Plan
o Update manuals/documents (e.g., patient diaries, instructions)
o Document proper destruction of clinical supplies.
o Prepare Investigator trial file binders
o Obtain translations of documents

**• Regulatory & Site Start-Up responsibilities: Collaborate with other country roles to:**

o In a timely manner, provide to and collect from investigators forms/lists for site evaluation/validation, site start-up and submissions
o Obtain, track and update study insurance certificates
o Support preparation of submission package for IRB/ERC and support regulatory agencies submissions.
o Publish study results for GCTO and RA where required per local legislation
• Budgeting, Agreement and Payments:
Collaborate with finance/budgeting representatives for:
o Develop, control, update and close-out country and site budgets (including Split site budget)
o Develop, negotiate, approve and maintain contracts (e.g. CTRAs)
o Track and report contract negotiations
o Update and maintain contract templates (in cooperation with Legal Department)
o Calculate and execute payments (to investigators, vendors, grants)
o Ensure adherence to financial and compliance procedures
o Monitor and track adherence and disclosures
o Maintain tracking tools
o Obtain and process FCPA documentation in a timely manner

**Meeting Planning:**
o Organize meetings (create & track study memos/letters/protocols)
o Support local investigator meetings (invitations, prepare materials, select venue, support vendor where applicable)

**Skills:**

• Fluent in Local Languages and business proficient in English (verbal and written) and excellent communication skills
• Good understanding of Global, Country/Regional Clinical Research Guidelines and ability to work within these guidelines.
• Hands on knowledge of Good Documentation Practices
• Good IT skills (Use of MS office, use of some clinical IT applications on computer) and ability to adapt to new IT applications. Strong MS Excel skills required.
• ICH-GCP Knowledge appropriate to role
• Excellent negotiation skills for CTCs in finance area
• Effective time management, organizational and interpersonal skills, conflict management
• Effective communication with external customers (e.g. sites and investigators)
• High sense of accountability / urgency. Ability to set priorities and handle multiple tasks simultaneously in a changing environment
• Works effectively in a matrix multicultural environment. Ability to establish and maintain culturally sensitive working relationships.
• Demonstrates commitment to Customer focus, both internally and externally.
• Able to work independently
• Proactive attitude to solving problems / proposing solutions
• Positive mindset, growth mindset

**Qualification & Experience:**

• Completed job training (office management, administration, finance, health care preferred) or Bachelor’s Degree

**Required Skills:**

Accountability, Analytical Problem Solving, Clinical Data Management, Clinical Reporting, Clinical Research, Clinical Trial Compliance, Clinical Trial Documentation, Clinical Trials Operations, Clinical Trial Support, Communication, Data Analysis, Good Clinical Practice (GCP), Independent Thinking, Multitasking, Prioritization, Proactive Thinking, Task Management

**Preferred Skills:**

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**Employee Status:**

Regular

**Relocation:**

No relocation

**VISA Sponsorship:**

No

**Travel Requirements:**

No Travel Required

**Flexible Work Arrangements:**

Not Applicable

**Shift:**

Not Indicated

**Valid Driving License:**

No

**Hazardous Material(s):**

N/A

**Job Posting End Date:**

08/28/2026

***A job posting is effective until 11:59:59PM on the day BEFORE the listed job posting end date. Please ensure you apply to a job posting no later than the day BEFORE the job posting end date.**

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## FAQ

### What do Clinical Research Associate jobs usually involve?

Clinical Research Associate jobs are typically tied to clinical trial oversight. The work often centers on monitoring study sites, reviewing trial documentation, checking protocol adherence, and communicating with site staff. Some CRA roles may involve travel or remote site follow-up, but the exact workplace pattern should be confirmed in each listing.

### Are Clinical Research Associate jobs remote or on site?

Clinical Research Associate jobs can vary by workplace format. Some listings may include remote monitoring or home-based administrative work, while others require site visits for clinical trial monitoring. Because CRA work often connects directly to study sites and trial records, review each posting carefully for travel expectations, site coverage, and remote-work language.

### What experience is useful for Clinical Research Associate jobs?

CRA postings often value experience connected to clinical trials, study coordination, site monitoring, documentation review, or protocol compliance. If you have worked as a clinical research coordinator or supported trial operations, that background may align well with Clinical Research Associate responsibilities. Match your resume to the specific monitoring, site, and study tasks named in the job description.

### Can I apply for Clinical Research Associate jobs without CRA experience?

Some Clinical Research Associate jobs may expect prior CRA or site monitoring experience, while others may be more open to candidates with clinical research coordinator, study assistant, or trial support backgrounds. The key is whether the posting asks for direct monitoring experience, protocol work, regulatory documentation, or clinical trial site exposure.

### What should a resume for Clinical Research Associate jobs emphasize?

A resume for Clinical Research Associate jobs should make clinical trial work easy to find. Emphasize site monitoring, protocol adherence, study documentation, communication with investigators or site teams, and any experience reviewing trial records. Use the same role-specific language found in the posting, especially when it mentions CRA duties, clinical research operations, or monitoring responsibilities.

### How should I compare Clinical Research Associate job listings in 2026?

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