Job Description Summary Location: Field Based
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Step into a role where your work truly matters. As a Clinical Research Associate (CRA) at Novartis, you'll help advance innovative treatments by ensuring excellence in clinical trial execution. Working within Study & Site Operations in Global Drug Development (GDD), you'll manage site relationships and oversee on-site and remote monitoring from initiation through completion of Phase I-IV trials. You'll ensure compliance with ICH/GCP, local regulations, and SOPs, while proactively managing site performance, recruitment, and quality. As the main point of contact for sites, you'll identify needs early and resolve issues efficiently. Join a passionate team, support breakthrough science, and help deliver life-changing therapies to patients faster.
Job Description
Key Responsibilities: Manage study sites to ensure compliance with protocols, regulations, and Novartis procedures Conduct site initiation visits and deliver tailored training to site personnel Perform ongoing site monitoring to ensure data quality and patient safety Implement site management strategies to address compliance and operational issues Maintain accurate and timely documentation of all monitoring activities Ensure continuous updates to global and local electronic systems Identify, resolve, and escalate site-related issues as appropriate Maintain up-to-date Trial Master Files and collect essential site documents Support audit and inspection readiness, ensuring timely corrective actions Collaborate with internal teams to support recruitment and contingency planning Essential Requirements: Degree in a scientific or health-related discipline; advanced degree preferred Fluent in written and spoken English Up to two years of experience in clinical research, with focus on monitoring and trial execution Strong knowledge of international standards including GCP and ICH Proven ability to manage sites independently and resolve issues proactively Willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally as needed Full UK driving license Desirable Requirements: Experience working in a global pharmaceutical or CRO environment Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:
Novartis is committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams representative of the patients and communities we serve.
Skills Desired Clinical Monitoring, Clinical Research, Clinical Study Reports, Clinical Trial Management Systems, Clinical Trials, Collaboration, Data Integrity, Decision Making Skills, Lifesciences #J-18808-Ljbffr